Black currant oil is extracted from black currant seeds to produce a valuable nutritional oil with 14% GLA. The omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid and the omega-6, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), are both considered essential fatty acids. Although the body can manufacture GLA from other dietary omega-6 fatty acids, GLA can be more efficiently utilized for body functions when supplied directly through dietary sources. NOW® Black Currant Oil is expeller-pressed and hexane-free. This double strength softgel has twice the black currant oil (1,000 mg) as in our regular strength product (500 mg). Natural color variation may occur in this product.
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140 mg GLA: Black currant oil is extracted from black currant seeds to produce a valuable nutritional oil with 14% GLA.
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EXPELLER-PRESSED, HEXANE-FREE: The omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid and the omega-6, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), are both considered essential fatty acids.
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ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS: Although the body can manufacture GLA from other dietary omega-6 fatty acids, GLA can be more efficiently utilized for body functions when supplied directly through dietary sources.
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GMP Quality Assured: NPA A-rated GMP certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined, including our laboratory/testing methods (for stability, potency, and product formulation).
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Packaged in the USA by a family owned and operated company since 1968.
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Suggested Usage and Storage
Take 1 softgel 2 times daily with food. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Ingredients (Computed)
Amount per Serving % Daily Value * Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet. Daily Value not established. Calories 10 Total Fat 1 g 1%* Black Currant Oil (Ribes nigrum) (Seed) 1 g (1,000 mg) Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA) (14%) 140 mg Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) 104 mg Other Ingredients: Softgel Capsule (bovine gelatin, glycerin, water). Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.