EFA Essentials is a blend of fish oil and borage oil in one dietary supplement to provide essential fatty acids. EFA Essentials may support joint health, skin elasticity and moisture as well as optical functionality.*
Extensive clinical research has indicated that essential fatty acids support the health of joints, skin and eyes. EPA, DHA and GLA support joint, skin and eye health through a broad range of mechanisms involving cytokine balance, protease activity, immune mediator activity and blood flow. The importance of GLA has been underscored by clinical studies with favorable musculoskeletal and dermatologic outcomes. While omega-3 fatty acids are utilized for the biosynthesis of prostaglandin E3, the omega-6 fatty acid, GLA, is an important precursor of prostaglandin E1. Together, EPA, DHA and GLA help to balance eicosanoid production in diverse cell types, including chondrocytes in joints, keratinocytes of the skin and epithelial cells of the eye. EPA, DHA and GLA support joint health by maintaining healthy cytokine activity and matrix protease expression. GLA also supports skin elasticity and hydration through promoting peripheral blood flow and nutrient delivery. Clinical research has indicated important roles of fish oil and GLA-rich oils in maintaining moisture retention in the epithelia of the eyes. Studies have indicated that EPA and DHA support ocular hydration through promoting healthy tear production and tear film osmolarity in normally functioning eyes.4 GLA provides additional support for ocular health by maintaining mucin production and healthy tear film characteristics.*
- Supports joint, skin and eye health*
- May support healthy tear production8
- Blend of fish oil and borage oil in one dietary supplement to provide essential fatty acids
- Made with triglyceride-form fish oil and coldpressed borage seed
- Convenient softgel capsule for easy dispensing
Serving Size: 2 Softgel Capsules
Servings Per Container: 60
- Calories 20
- Total fat 2 g 3%^
- Fish oil concentrate (from anchovies, sardines) 1,914 mg *
- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 570 mg *
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 430 mg *
- Other omega-3 fatty acids 130 mg *
- Borage (Borago officinalis) oil (seed) 300 mg *
- GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) 50 mg *
* Daily Value (DV) not established
^Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients: Gelatin capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water), natural lemon flavor, proprietary natural antioxidant blend (rosemary leaf extract, natural tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate).
Contains fish (anchovies, sardines).
As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules, 1-2 times daily, with meals.
If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.