Black Currant Seed Oil
Black Currant Seed Oil
Black currant seed oil is derived from the seeds of the plant Ribes nigrum. It is a rich source of the n-6 (omega-6 ) polyunsaturated fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). Black currant seed oil contains about 15 to 20% GLA. The n-3 (omega-3) polyunsaturated fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is also present in blackcurrant seed oil (12 to 14%) as is the fatty acid linoleic acid. Also present, in smaller amounts, is stearidonic acid. The various fatty acids are found in blackcurrant seed oil in the form of triacylglycerols, also known as triglycerides. GLA is concentrated in the sn-3 position in blackcurrant seed oil as it is in evening primrose oil.
Black Currant Seed Oil is a dietary supplement to support premenstrual symptoms and skin health. Black Currant Seed Oil contains the seed oil extract that yields gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid (EFA). Black Currant Seed Oil is helpful for women who suffer from premenstrual syndrome.Black Currant Seed Oil supplements help to support skin health as the GLA protects from water loss that leads to itchy, dry skin.
- Pure Encapsulations - Black Currant SeedContains 14% GLA for skin, musculoskeletal health and prostaglandin production Learn More
- DC Labs - Black Currant Seed Oil 535 mg - 90 SoftgelsSupports Immune Function and Helps Reduce Inflammation. Learn MoreYour Price $17.22
- DaVinci Labs - Black Currant Seed OilYields 140 mg of Gamma Linolenic Acid Learn More