please to answer my question my nurse sugessted it for me what's it do
2006-07-19 10:08:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anna B 3 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I believe it's for menopausal women, or women suffering from PMS.
2006-07-19 10:10:31 · answer #1 · answered by Jen 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
The Benefits of Evening Primrose Oil
EPO has been shown to be beneficial for a wide range of conditions.
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) – has been shown to eradicate swollen abdomen and breast discomfort as well as reducing irritability and depression.
Eczema and other skin disorders – available on prescription for eczema Psoriasis may be helped by EPO and Fish Oils.
Cholesterol and Blood Pressure – has been shown to reduce high serum cholesterol and blood pressure, but may take several weeks or longer to achieve.
Rheumatoid Arthritis – sufferers have discontinued use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after supplementation, but it is more effective when taken in conjunction with fish oils.
Alcoholism – may make withdrawal easier, and reduce post-drinking depression.
Immune System – low levels of essential fatty acids may stop the action of interferon, and body’s natural virus killer.
Other conditions – Obesity, Benign Breast Disease, Childhood Hyperactivity and Schizophrenia have all been shown to be helped by EPO supplementation.
Properties
EPO is rich in the fatty acid gamma linolenic acid (GLA), which is an important intermediary in the metabolic conversion of linolenic acid into Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1). PGE1 is one of many prostaglandins which are interconvertible, and which modulate the action of many hormones.
2006-07-19 10:58:18 · answer #2 · answered by celtic_princess77 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First is not a medication, it is considered a herbal supplement.
Evening Primrose Oil contains GLA which is known to help prevent hardening of the arteries, heart disease, PMS, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, enhances the release of hormones including estrogen and testerone, aids in lowering cholesterol and used in the treatment of cirrhosis of the liver.
2006-07-19 10:52:35 · answer #3 · answered by lignebur72 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is used quite a lot for women that suffer with PMT It helps to get rid of bloating, tension, and any other symptoms you get before you start a period
2006-07-19 10:29:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
is very good during mensteration to ease cramps etc and is also great for the skin and hair evening primrose oil is also good for hormonal balance - can help relieve breast pain, PMS and calm acne
2006-07-20 02:45:15 · answer #5 · answered by parisxxx 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you asking what dose you should take?
Ask a pharmicist.
If you're asking what it does...
It is used to releive pre-menstrual syndrome symptoms such as irritability, depression, bloating, water retention, sore breasts etc.
2006-07-19 22:52:09 · answer #6 · answered by Cazza 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
apparently it relieves PMT. You can also pierce the capsule and rub it on dry skin.
2006-07-19 13:15:16 · answer #7 · answered by Jackie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋