Black Seed Oil

Gamma-linolenic acid, GLA

Blackcurrant seed oil is derived from the seeds of Ribes nigrum (black currant, or European currant). It contains an unusually high amount of omega-6 (15–20 percent) as well as a high amount of omega-3 fatty acids (12–14 percent). It also contains linoleic acid as well as 2–4 percent stearidonic acid. There are some indications that blackcurrant seed oil is anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective.[1] In European folk medicine, black currant once had a consider...

Gamma-linolenic acid, GLA

Borage seed oil is derived from the seeds of the plant, Borago officinalis (borage).[1] Borage seed oil has one of the highest amounts of γ-linolenic acid (GLA) of seed oils — higher than blackcurrant seed oil or evening primrose oil, to which it is considered similar. GLA typically comprises about 24% of the oil. Contents 1 Biology 1.1 Effects 1.2 Uses 2 Safety 2.1 Adverse effects 2.2 Interactions 3 References Biology Effects GLA is converted to diho...

These are little round black pills for arthritis.I got them in a orientle health food store in Calgary.they are made in Germany.I live in Sask..and I want to know if anyone knows where we can get them here.They help me very much,so I want to know where to buy them in Saskatchewan. ## ArthriForte is a supplement product that contains: Celery Seed Oil Devil's Claw Root Eicosapentaenoic Acid Fish Oil Turmeric Vitamin A Vitamin E It is made by the Blackmores company. I can't find any websites that list it for sale, but these are included in a lot of other supplements. Have you tried just searching for a comparable product? ## Can you tell me the location of the store ## Where can I buy these, I live in Mississauga , many thanks ## Location to purchase Arth Forte Medicine in mississa...

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Keraglo Eva has an ingredient 'Gamma Lenolenic Acid' which is known to be an essential fatty acid helping to stop hair loss as well as growth of hair. Is it true & really effective? ## Hello, According to The University of Maryland Medical Center, Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is an omega-6 fatty acid that is found mostly in plant based oils such as borrage seed oil, evening primrose oil, and black currant seed oil. Omega-6 fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids: They are necessary for human health, but the body can't make them -- you have to get them through food. Along with omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids play a crucial role in brain function, as well as normal growth and development. Also known as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), they help stimulat...

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Was using for very bad migraines, my pa no longer prescribes them to me, I really need them. I'm not addicted, I only take them when needed, so what should I do? I also use them for bad toothaches. ## Hi Shandra, Sorry to hear about your situation with migraines. Seeing as you're no longer being prescribed hydrocodone, my advice would be to try out some other alternatives. According to Dr. Oz, ginger tea, peppermint oil, and capsaicin cream (cayenne pepper) make for excellent migraine remedies. My research also yielded results for black cumin seed oil (nigella sativa) that you can simply apply on the back of your neck, over your eyes and at the hairline for relief. Nigella sativa also doubles as a toothache remedy. Though I'd also encourage you to try clove oil for that. The...

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I want to stop using this drug . Please tell me a safe way. To get off sertraline ## Hello, Kathy! How are you? Sertraline actually isn't addictive, but your body does get used to it, after you've been taking it for a long period of time. Stopping it may cause some withdrawal effects, such as nausea, diarrhea, pain, anxiety and rebound depression. A slow taper is usually best. Have you consulted your doctor? They should be able to help you set up a tapering schedule. ## Can I take Zoloft and black seed oil or do I need to stop the Zoloft? I have Hpylori and instead of doing the triple drug regimine I would rather do black seed oil. ## Did you try these two together? I am looking to do the same.

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I take Harvoni and have a staph infection on my neck, what can I take that won't interfere with my hep c treatment? ## A staph infection is very serious and requires a prescription for antibiotics. the area must be cleaned frequently, cover only if draining. you may use a small amount of antibiotic ointment. The area must be clean and dry.Occasionally they heal on their own with good care, but most frequently need the antibiotics. See your doc. ## Hi Teresa, Apart from what Karen had mentioned (which is good advice by the way), I'd encourage you to ask your doctor about using tea tree oil (melaleuca) as well as black seed oil (nigella sativa) for Staphylococcus aureus if you haven't already sought out a form of treatment. I'm not aware of any drug interactions, but both ...

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I have been taking Xarelto approx. one month for AFib. Taking this drug terrifies me! I also have a bad case of psoriasis. My dermatologist prescribed many different creams over time but they didn't help at all. Last week he suggested methotrexate but said I would need blood work including a TB blood evaluation. I am so undecided about what to do. Does anyone know of an alternative other than methotrexate for psoriasis? Both of these drugs have such serious side effects it scares me. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. ## Hi Mila, You asked about alternatives for psoriasis. I've been doing some research lately on Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin Seed Oil) for topical application as a psoriasis treatment. NIH posted some clinical studies indicating its use as a remedy for suc...

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I just wanted to know the easiest way to get off of heroin and what drugs are available to me in order to help the withdrawals? ## New discoveries using the amino acid precursor agmatine that while taken at start, during, and during cessation prevents dependence from starting among much other unknown tidbits such as black seed oil and its withdrawal easing potential and also potentiating potential so caution need be used.

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