Evening Primrose Oil 1300mg - High Potency, Cold-Pressed EPO with GLA Essential Fatty Acid - Soy & Gluten Free, Non-GMO Verified - 30 Softgels

I'm going to write the review of this product that I wanted to read when I was ordering this. It has to do with WHY I ordered it. I'm 36 weeks pregnant and unless I go into labor on my own, my doctor only wants me to have a scheduled c-section. Frankly, I feel like I'm being bullied into it and I'm trying to avoid it if at all possible. There is no solid medical reason for it. So, step one in the labor process is softening the cervix. The doula and midwife have all recommended EPO for this. Please note that this does NOT begin labor, it does not even cause contractions. It simply prepares your body for that. After getting their okay I first purchased something locally that was very expensive and only came in a liquid form, so I couldn't use it as directed. It will make your head spin to see how many products are out there. Most are marketed with language that "is not supported by the FDA" that list softening the cervix as a purpose or potential use for EPO. This product does not list that, though one of the bullet points lists prostaglandin production as a benefit. Prostaglandin is essential for softening the cervix, your body will naturally produce it as your time approaches. Since I need to show some "progress" towards natural labor I started with this. About this product, for this purpose: -This product is a great quality product that I feel comfortable using and relying on to be consistent in dosage and ingredients -The capsules dissolve completely. I won't get into how they are used (ahem) but they work exactly how I need them to -Though the capsules are large, they are relatively easy to take orally -If you don't want or need to swallow a full capsule then they are very easy to puncture and drain. The oil inside is very consistent and even tastes like the EPO oil I got from the local compounding pharmacy for way too much money -The packaging is a flip-top type bottle so it's easy to use. If you need to childproof it you will need a different bottle on hand Now, if you're reading this because you are in the same boat as I am, you want to know if it works. Well, yes, apparently it does. I really do not know if the effect was incidental to timing or to the use of this product, but I went from 0% and hard to 50% effaced and 1cm in less than 5 days. The first 24 hours of use produced some very mild, low cramping sensations but that was it. Depending on how you are taking them you need to start with a single dose and monitor yourself for any side effects. If you have any GI issues, feel nauseated, get headaches, or become dehydrated from the GI issues you are taking too much. This is a high dosage for this purpose, if you're at all concerned you need to order a lower dose. I do plan to continue to take it after this baby is born (though not right away) because it has some other purposes that I was looking for anyway. This is basically all I'm doing to try and encourage things to take the next step, other than the usual walking and whatnot. I'm very pleased that it seems to have worked as efficiently as it has. My doctor was mildly surprised to see progress and we are now looking at this birth as a trial of labor instead of scheduled c-section. That was exactly what I had as my goal and it's been achieved. Again, I don't know that I could say with 100% authority that this product is entirely the reason for it but all the evidence points to it. Talk to your medical professionals that are willing to discuss the use of alternative products and make sure this is a safe use for this product, and if so then I definitely recommend this company and product specifically.

OK so I have one HUGE regret with this product. THAT I DIDNT START TAKING THIS 5 YEARS AGO!!! Why can’t this product come with a time machine where I can transport myself back in time and save myself so much misery and woe and let me frickin enjoy life!! After two-three months of taking this, my hormonal acne that ALWAYS appeared around my period since starting birth control... suddenly just STOPPED coming. The reviews for this product rang true and I nearly climbed to the top of my apartment building to shout to the world that I FINALLY FOUND A REAL, INEXPENSIVE AND HEALTHY SOLUTION FOR MY STUPID ACNE!!! I don’t even have to focus on the healing of acne SINCE IT DOESNT EVEN REAR ITS UGLY HEAD ANYMORE AT ALL. Old acne spots are healing and whenever I do have any small bumps anywhere (which is rare), I can use this stuff topically and it works it’s magic YET AGAIN. It also helps a lot with my moodiness and anxiety that my birth control always made worse. AND helps SIGNIFICANTLY with period cramps, to the point where I don’t even really have them anymore. Cherry on top anyone?? I didn’t change my diet. I didn’t use different makeup. I didn’t drink tons more water (which is always good for you but hard to do). THIS WAS ALL I CHANGED. Now my main concern is how to let everyone in the world know that this wonderful thing exists. I’d like to order a bathtub full of this stuff, please. A semi-truck load works too. ITS A LIFESAVER DONT THINK JUST BUYYYYYY (and be patient because your body needs at least 2 months to make a real difference. Rome wasn’t built in a day, you’ll be fine girl YOU GOT THIS)

Fabulous product! Clean ingredients. Love the results. My skin is softer soft from taking this capsule.have taken for years but this is the best I have taken so far.great quality.

I’ve been taking this Evening Primrose Oil for a little while and it seems to help with overall balance and wellness. The softgels are easy to swallow and don’t have any unpleasant aftertaste. I also like that it’s gluten-free and non-GMO, which makes it feel like a cleaner product compared to some others.

I’m 42 and just started having skin issues for the first time starting at age 40. I’ve been taking this only a week for my hormonal acne, and already I notice: no new breakouts! I feel like my sleep & energy levels may be improved as well, but plan to update my review after a month or so to share the progress with my skin, because that is my main reason for trying it.

One more great purchase from Sports Research! I am so glad these are made for women! These really help on my health journey!

En todo aspecto muy limpio, la entrega el empaque.

El producto muy bien. El repartidor algo grosero, no tocó el timbre y no se detuvo a ver quién le recibía el producto, por fortuna si llegó a mi casa.

It def does sth with hormones cuz I got my periods a week earlier and they lasted a day longer. I havent noticed any change in my hair yet but I somehow have positive feel for these pills.

I want to share my experience but also be transparent in that I used a few things to resolve my breast cysts and cyclical breast pain within ONE cycle!! I have a holistic background and try to manage and heal things naturally . Since I discontinued breastfeeding my daughter 5 years ago, I’ve been having horribly painful , HEAVY breasts during my luteal phase (from ovulation until period, so, the 2 weeks before period ) that blow up like 2 sizes every single month. It become a norm for me and I figured it was hormonal and normal. ITS NOT NORMAL . It’s actually a sign of imbalance hormones likely caused my estrogen dominance. I started getting a bit concerned when I’d feel a sharp pain on the left breast randomly during those times , but not the right . I have health anxiety so I would worry I had breast can**r or something brewing. Well recently, I had a particularly difficult few months; special needs mama running a full time business and my child was going through a severe mental psychosis , I was getting little to no sleep, in and out of the hospital, and eating trash whilst gulping coffee and next to no water. I’m a herbalist so I know the importance of medicinal foods , herbs , supplements, water and sleep but when life got impossible it went out the window (lesson well learned btw- NEVER THROW YOUR HEALTH ON THE BACK BURNER !! ) - I digress . Following this difficult time, my luteal phase rolls along and BOOM - sharp pain in the left knocker , sore heavy breasts ect, but this time the left pain didn’t stop it was baaaad, and my god, I found a lump . It was visible to the skin and RED. Even though I KNOW lumps are common and likely not cancer, and the development of this one was so sudden, I automatically was convinced I had it. I was SCARED . Lump was like a jumbo gumball size . I felt like it wasn’t movable and rock hard and from everything I’d read that meant it wasn’t a cyst which was terrifying . After a big panic and puddle of tears I got to work. Firstly i booked an ultrasound because they can determine if it’s a cyst or needs further testing . Important info: DONT do an ultrasound during the luteal phase !!! It was horrible that I had to wait 2 weeks to find out , BUT it’s best to go the week after your period when your hormones are leveled again because breasts can get lumpy and weird in your luteal phase . I immediately went on a healing protocol - whether it was a cyst or cancer , Its a sign of imbalance and I wanted it gone. Here’s what I did : I prioritized sleep . 7 hours MINIMUM and at the correct time . Before 11 to access the healing hours . I intermittent fastet 16 hours daily . (Please do your own research and or consult a naturopath as I am not permitted to provide medical advice , this is just my experience based on my background, research and comfort levels) DIM LUGOlS IODINE 6 drops of 2% (From what I’ve understood a telltale sign of iodine deficiency is sore breasts /cysts and general breast issues; it’s a must for general breast health and prevention ) HIGH DOSE EVENING PRIMROSE OIL - 3000mg VIT E - 1200iu I think these 4 were the most important and impactful Additionally I took SERRAPEPTASE which breaks down scar tissues , mucus , cysts etc And I took herbs / supplements to support my liver because if your liver isn’t functioning optimally your hormones will not be in Balance . This included: milk thistle, artichoke extract, tumeric/curcumin I also made sure to take my regular supplements such as vit d + k2 , b vitamins , magnesium , fish oil I drank warm herbal teas of all sorts all day in place of plain water like mushrooms , morninga , green tea , mullein etc . Ok so topically - each night …i painted the breast with iodine, rubbed magnesium lotion on it and I wore a castor oil pack on the breast (look it up)- castor oil penetrates deeper than any other oils into the tissues - healing & promoting lymph flow . I also tried to take warm baths with magnesium flakes nightly. I also practiced mindfulness and used sound therapy via playing my F NOTE singing bowl everyday- F note is associated with the heart and surrounding organs as well as the breasts . Sound frequencies align with our bodies frequencies and can heal imbalances Within 10 days the lump was nearly gone !! Ultrasound confirmed it was 2 cysts . The best part ?? Those sore breasts I was getting every single month for the past five years? The next luteal phase I didn’t have an ounce of breast tenderness! I actually cried my eyes out to my husband. I couldn’t believe that it was gone! It’s crazy what deficiencies can cause, and our body really speaks to us if you pay attention… we have a lot of power in our health ! Namaste, everyone .I hope this was helpful. Update three years later! I maintain my evening primrose & iodine and good sleep. It’s never returned 🩷

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