Fatty Acids, Lipids & Oils
Anti-Aging Desk Reference
Alkylglycerols
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Alkylglycerols (AKG ... Continue Reading
Borage Oil
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The borage plant (Borago officinalis) has been exploited for its medicinal properties for more than 400 years. Although research has found little evidence to suggest that the herb itself has any health benefits, borage oil, which is derived from the seeds, may be useful in treating a number of conditions. ... Continue Reading
Evening Primrose Oil
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Evening primrose oil (EPO) is derived from the seeds of the evening primrose plant (Oenothera biennis), native to North America, Europe and parts of Asia. Native Americans used EPO to treat bruises, hemorrhoids, sore throats, and stomach aches. The active ingredient in EPO is gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 essential fatty acid that the body converts to the anti-inflammatory prostaglandin E1 (PGE1). ... Continue Reading
Flax Oil
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The brown seeds of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum) were used many centuries ago in Europe to promote healing and combat constipation. Flax oil, which is produced by pressing the seeds, is a rich source of essential fatty acids, including linoleic acid and alpha linoleic acid (ALA). ... Continue Reading
Omega-3 Fatty Acid, Fish Oil, DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in primarily in fish oils but are also present in vegetable oils, are essential fatty acids - in that they are not made by the body and must be supplied by the diet or supplements. Scientists first became interested in omega-3 fatty acids when it was reported that the Eskimo population, who eat a diet rich in fish oil, had a low rate of heart disease. ... Continue Reading
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