Evening Primrose Oil (GLA)
A source of the omega-6 GLA, marketed for skin and women’s health.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Limited, inconsistent evidence for its common marketing claims.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: Per label.
Timing: With meals.
Role in a stack
Niche GLA source.
Redundancy check: Low priority vs omega-3s.
Cautions & safety
Evidence for most claims is weak; may interact with blood thinners.
Bleeding-risk interaction at high doses. Educational only — not medical advice.
Best for
specific skin/PMS interest
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.