Growing time-lapse of an evening primrose plant (Oenothera biennis) from a seed to blooms. We used a 12-inch pot to plant covered with soil for this demonstration. A seedling appeared 1 week after ...

Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) is a top women's supplement. See how its high GLA content eases PMS, supports menopausal comfort, ...

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What Is Evening Primrose Oil? Evening primrose oil (EPO) comes from the seeds of a wildflower called Oenothera biennis. The seed oil is rich in fatty acids called linoleic acid (LA) and ...

Menopause is a naturally occurring phase in every woman’s life. It marks the end of the menstrual cycle and indicates that they can no longer conceive naturally. During this change, women experience ...

Evening primrose has been studied for conditions related to menstruation and menopause like cyclical breast pain, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), hot flashes, and osteoporosis. It has also been studied ...

Some research suggests evening primrose oil may have a positive effect on menopause-related hot flashes, but other studies suggest no effect. Speak with your doctor before trying it for their advice.