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Borage: A STAR on the Rise
Also known as the Starflower plant, Borago officinalis (Borage) possesses many other “star” qualities! It is extremely beneficial to many areas of our bodies as a natural balancing agent. It is one of nature’s richest sources of gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) which is also known as Omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs). These are important for brain…
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)
Borage oil contains an essential fatty acid called, Gamma-linolenic acid or GLA that your body does not make efficiently for itself . GLA is an essential fatty acid in the omega-6 family, your inflammation-fighting capability. Without them, you have a persistent tendency toward inflammation, which often leads to insulin resistance, obesity and many deadly diseases. GLA taken…
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