Evening Primrose Oil

Evening primrose is a plant that’s native to Europe and North America. It has a long history of medical uses.

• Uses
• Benefits
• References

Uses

• Native Americans used its leaves, roots, and seedpods in preparations for hemorrhoids, bruises, wounds, and skin problems.
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Eczema or atopic dermatitis and other skin conditions
• Breast pain during menstruation
• Evening primrose oil has also been used as a complementary treatment for some cancers.
• Evening Primrose Oil may be helpful in eczema or atopic dermatitis.

Benefits

• Some studies suggest that supplements that contain gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), including evening primrose oil, may be of some benefit to people with rheumatoid arthritis.

Other Names

Centhera biennis

References

Source: WebMD,  www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/evening-primrose-oil-uses-and-risks