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What is Ecological Formulas Black Currant Seed Oil?
Ecological Formulas Black Currant Seed Oil is a softgel dietary supplement from Cardiovascular Research that supplies healthy fats from black currant seed oil. The brand says these fats are needed for the production and formation of new cells, and the listing offers 90 capsules.
How much GLA is in each black currant seed softgel?
Each Ecological Formulas Black Currant Seed Oil softgel provides 70 mg of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and 60 mg of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). The softgel also lists 250 mg linolenic acid, 50 mg oleic acid, 35 mg palmitic acid and 8 mg stearic acid.
How many Black Currant Seed Oil softgels are taken daily?
The label directions for Ecological Formulas Black Currant Seed Oil say to take three softgels daily, or as directed by a physician. At three softgels a day, a 90-capsule bottle lasts about 30 days. Please consult your doctor before use.
Which other ingredients are in Black Currant Seed Oil softgels?
Besides black currant seed oil, the Ecological Formulas softgels contain gelatin, glycerin and water. Because the shell uses gelatin, the capsules do not suit anyone avoiding animal-derived ingredients. The listing also describes the product as gluten free and casein free.
How many calories does one black currant softgel have?
One Ecological Formulas Black Currant Seed Oil softgel has 5 calories, all from fat. Each softgel supplies 0.5 g of total fat, including 0.4 g polyunsaturated fat, 0.06 g monounsaturated fat and 0.04 g saturated fat.
Who makes the Ecological Formulas Black Currant Seed Oil?
Ecological Formulas and Cardiovascular Research make and pack the Black Currant Seed Oil, and the country of origin is the USA. The brand highlights black currant seed oil as a rich source of both alpha-linolenic acid and gamma-linolenic acid.
