| γ-linoleic acid | γ-linoleic acid (γ-Linolenic Acid) is abbreviated as GLA, which is a polyunsaturated fatty acid, which is said to be fat, But it also plays a very important role in the metabolism of the human body. Linoleic acid is converted into GLA in vivo. The main function of GLA in vivo is to synthesize prostaglandin E1(Prostaglandin E1,PGE1). It has the functions of regulating the circulatory system, immune system, reproductive system and skin system. Prostaglandin E1 can help regulate the balance of female hormones (estrogen, progesterone and prolactin), thus alleviating premenstrual syndrome (I. e. discomfort during menstruation, such as anxiety, pain, etc.). Prostaglandin E1 competes with prostaglandin E2 in vivo. Prostaglandin E2 is a promoter of human inflammation. Therefore, in theory, enough prostaglandin E1 can alleviate the inflammation caused by prostaglandin E2. Inhibits inflammatory reactions such as rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, eczema, asthma and allergies. Prostaglandin E1 converted from GLA is believed to help reduce blood fat, inhibit platelet aggregation, and help dilate blood vessels and lower blood pressure. On the other hand, the function of prostaglandin E1 to dilate blood vessels also helps to improve the poor blood circulation of some women, such as cold hands and feet in winter. In the state of balanced nutrition and healthy body, the body can synthesize GLA by itself. However, if the nutrition is not balanced, illness (such as diabetes, etc.), poor lifestyle (such as smoking and drinking, etc.), and under great pressure, the synthesis of GLA may become less. When the synthesis in vivo is insufficient and needs to be supplemented, GLA mainly exists in the seeds of evening primrose, borage grass and blackcurrant. |
