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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 20 Researches
7
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 6 Reviews
7.9
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Soft Gels
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
15
Total Fat
1.5 g
2%
Total Omega-3s♦
500 mg
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EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
240 mg
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DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)
160 mg
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Evening Primrose Oil
800 mg
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Gamma-Linolenic Acid (Omega-6)
76 mg
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Top Medical Research Studies
9
We embarked on a study to find out how dietary eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) could help children suffering from atopic dermatitis, a common form of eczema. In a randomized triple-blind clinical trial, 48 children with this condition were divided into two groups—one received 250 mg of EPA twice daily, while the other received a placebo for four weeks.
Our observations showed noticeable improvements in those who took EPA. After just two weeks, participants in the EPA group reported a reduction in their SCORAD scores, which are used to measure the severity of atopic dermatitis. The scores went down significantly compared to the placebo group. After four weeks, the number of children needing corticosteroids to manage their symptoms was also lower in the EPA group.
Despite these positive results, both groups reported few adverse effects, indicating that EPA supplementation is generally well-received. Overall, we conclude that adding EPA to the diet may be an effective and safe strategy for reducing eczema severity in children.
Our observations showed noticeable improvements in those who took EPA. After just two weeks, participants in the EPA group reported a reduction in their SCORAD scores, which are used to measure the severity of atopic dermatitis. The scores went down significantly compared to the placebo group. After four weeks, the number of children needing corticosteroids to manage their symptoms was also lower in the EPA group.
Despite these positive results, both groups reported few adverse effects, indicating that EPA supplementation is generally well-received. Overall, we conclude that adding EPA to the diet may be an effective and safe strategy for reducing eczema severity in children.
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8
In a controlled trial, we assessed how docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)—an omega-3 fatty acid—affects atopic eczema. Fifty-three patients, aged 18 to 40, were randomly assigned to receive either 5.4 grams of DHA daily or an isoenergetic control comprising saturated fatty acids for eight weeks. This double-blind setup helped ensure that neither the participants nor the researchers knew who received which treatment, thereby reducing bias in the results.
Throughout the study, we measured the severity of eczema using the SCORAD index at multiple intervals. Our findings showed that DHA supplementation led to a notable improvement in eczema symptoms, with patients experiencing a significant decrease in their SCORAD scores. This contrasted with the control group, which did not show similar improvements. Notably, we also found that DHA reduced certain immune responses linked to eczema, indicating its potential role in managing this condition.
Given these encouraging results, it appears that DHA could be an effective dietary addition for people suffering from atopic eczema. However, further research with a larger participant pool is necessary to confirm these findings and fully understand the benefits of DHA on this skin condition.
Throughout the study, we measured the severity of eczema using the SCORAD index at multiple intervals. Our findings showed that DHA supplementation led to a notable improvement in eczema symptoms, with patients experiencing a significant decrease in their SCORAD scores. This contrasted with the control group, which did not show similar improvements. Notably, we also found that DHA reduced certain immune responses linked to eczema, indicating its potential role in managing this condition.
Given these encouraging results, it appears that DHA could be an effective dietary addition for people suffering from atopic eczema. However, further research with a larger participant pool is necessary to confirm these findings and fully understand the benefits of DHA on this skin condition.
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We examined how dietary factors, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), influence the prevalence of atopic eczema among pregnant Japanese females. In a study involving 1,002 participants, we gathered data through a detailed diet history questionnaire, focusing on their intake of various fatty acids and the occurrence of atopic eczema.
Our findings revealed that DHA intake was significantly linked to a reduced rate of atopic eczema both currently and after the age of 18. However, we did not find consistent evidence supporting the idea that n-3 and n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, as well as total fat and other types of dietary fat, had a meaningful effect on eczema.
While the study encourages the inclusion of DHA in the diet during pregnancy, it also highlights the complexity of dietary impacts on allergic conditions like eczema. Overall, we observed a noteworthy association between higher DHA intake and lower prevalence rates of eczema in this group, suggesting that it could be a beneficial addition to the diets of pregnant women.
Our findings revealed that DHA intake was significantly linked to a reduced rate of atopic eczema both currently and after the age of 18. However, we did not find consistent evidence supporting the idea that n-3 and n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, as well as total fat and other types of dietary fat, had a meaningful effect on eczema.
While the study encourages the inclusion of DHA in the diet during pregnancy, it also highlights the complexity of dietary impacts on allergic conditions like eczema. Overall, we observed a noteworthy association between higher DHA intake and lower prevalence rates of eczema in this group, suggesting that it could be a beneficial addition to the diets of pregnant women.
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Most Useful Reviews
7.5
Eczema cleared up
27 people found this helpful
I use Evening Primrose Oil for my eczema, despite its known benefits for PMS and menopause. After trying various creams with little success, I gave this a go, and my eczema cleared up in about a month. When I tried to reduce my intake, the eczema returned, so I take it daily now.
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0
Did not help
5 people found this helpful
Evening Primrose Oil may assist others, but it didn’t work for me. I tried it for PMS symptoms and my eczema, but by day six, I felt very depressed without explanation. I found out that many people have experienced similar feelings after taking it, so it's best to experiment cautiously and stop if you notice mood changes.
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9
Clear skin improvement
4 people found this helpful
Excellent product! Following my natural health advisor's recommendation for Omegas to help with my monthly women's issues, I found that although my periods are still heavy, the painful cramping I experienced previously has ceased. My daughter also noticed a significant improvement in her eczema after taking Omega Women's and Complete Omegas. This product is now a permanent part of my health regimen.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 20 Researches
7
- All Researches
9
We embarked on a study to find out how dietary eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) could help children suffering from atopic dermatitis, a common form of eczema. In a randomized triple-blind clinical trial, 48 children with this condition were divided into two groups—one received 250 mg of EPA twice daily, while the other received a placebo for four weeks.
Our observations showed noticeable improvements in those who took EPA. After just two weeks, participants in the EPA group reported a reduction in their SCORAD scores, which are used to measure the severity of atopic dermatitis. The scores went down significantly compared to the placebo group. After four weeks, the number of children needing corticosteroids to manage their symptoms was also lower in the EPA group.
Despite these positive results, both groups reported few adverse effects, indicating that EPA supplementation is generally well-received. Overall, we conclude that adding EPA to the diet may be an effective and safe strategy for reducing eczema severity in children.
Our observations showed noticeable improvements in those who took EPA. After just two weeks, participants in the EPA group reported a reduction in their SCORAD scores, which are used to measure the severity of atopic dermatitis. The scores went down significantly compared to the placebo group. After four weeks, the number of children needing corticosteroids to manage their symptoms was also lower in the EPA group.
Despite these positive results, both groups reported few adverse effects, indicating that EPA supplementation is generally well-received. Overall, we conclude that adding EPA to the diet may be an effective and safe strategy for reducing eczema severity in children.
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8
We examined the relationship between maternal polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) during pregnancy and the risk of allergies, including eczema, in their children within the first two years of life.
In our study with 573 mother-infant pairs, we found that higher levels of certain fatty acids, especially arachidonic acid and omega-3 PUFA, were associated with a reduced risk of allergies in children.
This trend was notably stronger for children whose mothers had a history of allergies. Overall, our research suggests that maternal PUFA intake might play a protective role against eczema and other allergic conditions.
In our study with 573 mother-infant pairs, we found that higher levels of certain fatty acids, especially arachidonic acid and omega-3 PUFA, were associated with a reduced risk of allergies in children.
This trend was notably stronger for children whose mothers had a history of allergies. Overall, our research suggests that maternal PUFA intake might play a protective role against eczema and other allergic conditions.
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8
EPA-E improves eczema-like symptoms
We explored how eicosapentaenoic acid ethyl ester (EPA-E), a component of omega-3 fish oil, affects atopic dermatitis-like symptoms in mice. This study showed that EPA-E could improve skin barrier issues and reduce itching in mice with conditions similar to human eczema.
We observed that the treatment helped restore important lipids in the skin, known as ceramides. These results suggest that EPA-E may offer a promising approach to treat eczema in people, but further testing is needed.
We observed that the treatment helped restore important lipids in the skin, known as ceramides. These results suggest that EPA-E may offer a promising approach to treat eczema in people, but further testing is needed.
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8
We investigated how fish consumption during pregnancy and infancy influences allergic conditions in children. Our analysis included a range of studies, revealing that while mothers eating fish during pregnancy didn't seem to lower allergy risks, infants consuming fish in their first year notably reduced eczema occurrences.
Specifically, we found a reduced risk of eczema and allergic rhinitis in those who consumed fish early in life. This indicates that introducing fish to infants' diets may offer important allergy protection.
Overall, while maternal intake showed no significant benefits, early fish consumption appears promising for reducing eczema.
Specifically, we found a reduced risk of eczema and allergic rhinitis in those who consumed fish early in life. This indicates that introducing fish to infants' diets may offer important allergy protection.
Overall, while maternal intake showed no significant benefits, early fish consumption appears promising for reducing eczema.
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8
We investigated how oral fatty acids and carbohydrates influence eczema symptoms. In a pilot study with OVA-sensitized mice, those fed a diet rich in arachidonic acid/docosahexaenoic acid (AA/DHA) and galactooligosaccharides/polydextrose (GOS/PDX) showed pronounced skin improvement.
The mice demonstrated reduced skin inflammation and improved skin barrier function. Specifically, the combination of AA/DHA and GOS/PDX yielded the most benefits. These findings suggest dietary additions may effectively support humans dealing with atopic eczema.
The mice demonstrated reduced skin inflammation and improved skin barrier function. Specifically, the combination of AA/DHA and GOS/PDX yielded the most benefits. These findings suggest dietary additions may effectively support humans dealing with atopic eczema.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 6 Reviews
7.9
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
7.5
Eczema cleared up
27 people found this helpful
I use Evening Primrose Oil for my eczema, despite its known benefits for PMS and menopause. After trying various creams with little success, I gave this a go, and my eczema cleared up in about a month. When I tried to reduce my intake, the eczema returned, so I take it daily now.
Read More
0
Did not help
5 people found this helpful
Evening Primrose Oil may assist others, but it didn’t work for me. I tried it for PMS symptoms and my eczema, but by day six, I felt very depressed without explanation. I found out that many people have experienced similar feelings after taking it, so it's best to experiment cautiously and stop if you notice mood changes.
Read More
9
Clear skin improvement
4 people found this helpful
Excellent product! Following my natural health advisor's recommendation for Omegas to help with my monthly women's issues, I found that although my periods are still heavy, the painful cramping I experienced previously has ceased. My daughter also noticed a significant improvement in her eczema after taking Omega Women's and Complete Omegas. This product is now a permanent part of my health regimen.
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9
Noticed skin improvement
4 people found this helpful
My skin has improved in six weeks. I'm almost certain this product has helped with my eczema; I previously had spots on my torso, arms, neck, and face, but those have cleared up. I also take fish oil and vitamin D. Six weeks in, I haven't noticed a change in my hair, but I am thrilled with the improvement in my skin!
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7.5
Effective for eczema
3 people found this helpful
Good product! I started taking these after my doctor recommended fish oil and collagen to assist with my eczema. They have no fishy taste and are easy to swallow soft gels.
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