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In some countries Echium extract has been used as cure for various diseases and is believed to have beneficial properties. Another review of 13 studies turned up mixed results regarding the effectiveness of borage oil for atopic dermatitis, but it noted that the majority of studies showed it may be somewhat beneficial for treating its symptoms ( 13).
As with all Omega-3 fatty acids, DHA’s also been linked with improved heart health and vision and reduced inflammation. Nuts and seeds, especially walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds are rich in ALA, while algae, such as spirulina and chlorella contain EPA and DHA.Omega fatty acids refer to a class of fat that we need to include in our diets to avoid becoming deficient. While our bodies can manufacture certain types of fat, we do not have the ability to make them all. However, the term ‘omega fats’ should really be clarified; they are the name of a family of fat or ‘fatty acids’ of which there are many types, each with specific functions, but some having quite different and more important functions than others. There are two main types of omega fatty acids, both plant oil derived polyunsaturated fats: LA (the parent omega-6 fatty acid) and ALA (the parent omega-3 fatty acid). Humans are able to convert LA and ALA to more physiologically active fatty acids through a series of reactions – DGLA and AA from the omega-6 series, and EPA and DHA, from the omega-3 series. These important long-chain fatty acids are necessary for the formation of healthy cell membranes, but also for the proper development and functioning of the brain and nervous system, and for the production of hormone-like substances which regulate numerous body functions including blood pressure, immune and inflammatory responses. However, these compounds are mostly removed during processing and PA-free borage supplements are widely available ( 17). Consuming too much Omega-6 from vegetable oils or having deficiencies in certain nutrients, such as zinc can also hinder the conversion process. Summary Borage oil contains high amounts of gamma linolenic acid (GLA), a fatty acid that’s integral to the structure and function of your skin ( 12). Unlike flaxseed oil, echium seed oil, derived from the seed of the plant Echium Plantagineum, provides a rich source of omega-3 SDA and compares favourably with dietary EPA in side-by-side experiments. Furthermore, SDA itself is known to beneficial for ensuring healthy immune and inflammatory systems, and echium seed oil as a source of SDA also appears to possess beneficial effects on the risk factors of coronary heart disease in a similar way to conventional fish oils. Echium oil also contains other beneficial fatty acids, including the potent anti-inflammatory omega-6 gamma linolenic acid (GLA), as well as the omega-9 oleic acid, known for its cardioprotective properties. According to research SDA in combination with GLA raises red blood cell EPA levels more efficiently than SDA alone, suggesting that echium seed oil may be the ideal nutritional supplement for those who are vegetarian, vegan or allergic to fish, to help boost the levels of important omega-3s in the diet.
In fact, one study in particular revealed that people who follow a vegan diet tend to have intakes above the recommended amounts for Omega-3 fats. 4 However, it’s unclear whether borage specifically was responsible for the beneficial effects observed in these studies.According to one test-tube and animal study, borage seed oil was found to protect against oxidative cell damage, which could contribute to inflammation ( 7, 8). Stavridakis, Kleonikos G. (2006). Η Άγρια βρώσιμη χλωρίδα της Κρήτης [ Wild Edible Plants of Crete] (in English and Greek) (Bilingual ed.). ISBN 9789606311796. Therefore, more research is needed to evaluate how borage extract may affect asthma and inflammation. May promote skin health If you buy a container-grown plant during the summer, plant it as soon as possible and water it thoroughly
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