How does Borage Oil work?
Borage oil, also known as starflower oil and borage seed oil, is derived from the seeds of the borage plant (Borago officinalis). It is a rich source of Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), a member of the omega-6 essential fatty acid family.
Essential fatty acids are essential because the body needs them for proper formation and function of every cell in the body, but it cannot produce them on its own they must be obtained through diet. Omega-6 essential fatty acid GLA can be obtained through dietary sources such as organ meats or certain seed oils including borage, primrose, black currant and hemp. Borage oil contains the highest percentage of GLA among the seed oils.
GLA is a precursor to several prostaglandins, which are hormone-like compounds that play a part in blood vessel health, cholesterol levels, and skin and joint health. Prostaglandins are believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and may also have beneficial effects on muscle relaxation, joint lubrication and immune health.
NSI® BioAsteri™ Borage Oil contains high levels of omega-6 GLA and is the first borage oil in the world to be GRAS-certified (generally recognized as safe). It contains non-GMO borage oil with 23% GLA per one-softgel serving.
NSI Borage Oil is better because it:
- Delivers 1,300 mg borage oil per serving.
- Also provides 480 mg of omega-6 linoleic acid and 195mg of omega-9 oleic acid per serving.
Did You Know?
All NSI supplements are packaged in HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) bottles. These bottles keep moisture vapor out, protecting the freshness and integrity of their contents, and are 400% more effective compared other brands currently using PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles. HDPE bottles do not break as glass can and are also recyclable so we urge you to please recycle them.
