Black Currant Seed Oil is a dietary supplement made by Pure Encapsulations, delivered in easy-to-swallow size 10 softgel capsules. The primary ingredient is black currant (Ribes nigrum) seed oil, a natural plant source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) that contains 14% GLA. The oil is derived from the seed of Ribes nigrum. The formulation also includes Vitamin E as d-alpha-tocopherol, derived from highly refined soybean oil.
Black currant seed oil is intended for adults aged 18 and up. The manufacturer indicates it is suited for those seeking to support joint comfort, healthy immune system function, and premenstrual comfort, used daily with meals.
Pure Encapsulations formulates this product using high-quality, pure ingredients free from wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, gluten, artificial colors and sweeteners, coatings and shellacs, unnecessary binders, fillers and preservatives, magnesium stearate, trans fat, and hydrogenated oils, and without GMOs. The label carries Gluten-free, Non-GMO, and Hypoallergenic designations.
| Supplement Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Serving size 2 softgel capsules | ||
| Servings per container 125 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Calories | 10 | |
| Total Fat | 1 g | 1%^ |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha-tocopherol) | 13 mg | 89% |
| Black currant (Ribes nigrum) oil (seed) | 1,000 mg | * |
| providing gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) | ||
| ^ Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | ||
| * Daily Value not established. | ||
| Other ingredients: gelatin capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water) | ||
Black currant (Ribes nigrum) oil (seed) — provides gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a fatty acid that supports joint health and comfort, healthy immune system function, and premenstrual comfort, and supports healthy prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) production.
Vitamin E (as d-alpha-tocopherol) — a fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin derived from highly refined soybean oil, included in the formulation.
