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NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Rich, natural source of essential fatty acid Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA). Has anti-inflammatory properties and may help maintain healthy skin, joint and cardiovascular function. How does Borage Oil work? Borage oil, also known as starflower oil and borage seed oil, is derived from the seeds of the borage plant (Borago officinalis). It is a rich source of Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), a member of the omega-6 essential fatty acid family. Essential fatty acids are essential because the body needs them for proper formation and function of every cell in the body, but it cannot produce them on its own they must be obtained through diet. Omega-6 essential fatty acid GLA can be obtained through dietary sources such as organ meats or certain seed oils including borage, primrose, black currant and hemp. Borage oil contains the highest percentage of GLA among the seed oils. GLA is a precursor to several prostaglandins, which are hormone-like compounds that play a part in blood vessel health, cholesterol levels, and skin and joint health. Prostaglandins are believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and may also have beneficial effects on muscle relaxation, joint lubrication and immune health. NSI® BioAsteri™ Borage Oil contains high levels of omega-6 GLA and is the first borage oil in the world to be GRAS-certified (generally recognized as safe). It contains non-GMO borage oil with 23% GLA per one-softgel serving. NSI Borage Oil is better because it:. Delivers 1,300 mg borage oil per serving. Also provides 480 mg of omega-6 linoleic acid and 195mg of omega-9 oleic acid per serving. Did You Know? All NSI supplements are packaged in HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) bottles. These bottles keep moisture vapor out, protecting the freshness and integrity of their contents, and are 400% more effective compared other brands currently using PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles. HDPE bottles do not break as glass can and are also recyclable so we urge you to please recycle them.

Average Customer Rating:

4.5 out of 5

18 of 19 (95%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Borage/Starflower Oil Capsules, March 11, 2009
By UKChic from Victoria B.C. Canada

"While my delivery took a little longer than I hoped, I was very pleased to receive the above product. I much prefer to only have to take one capsule a day, and these were excellent value."

Age: 45-54
Gender: Female

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Review 2 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Reduces inflammation, January 17, 2009
By encouraged

"It does what my nutritionist said it would do: It got rid of dry eye."

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Review 3 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Wonderful product, September 25, 2008
By CaxEJ from Palm City, FL

"I have found that taking borage oil capsules really help in keeping me feeling cheerful. Sometimes I can feel a little down but taking these regularly are a real help."

Age: 55-64
Gender: Female

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Review 4 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Best GLA source, August 16, 2008
By sissiromy

"GLA is critical for your body to lose weight and Borage Oil has more GLA than Evening Primrose Oil. THis is a great product."

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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Review 5 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Helped A Lot, December 25, 2007
By Princess from Silverdale, WA

"I read that Borage oil would help alleviate hot flashes. Did the reseach on this product and purchased. Am happy to report that my hot flashes diminished in approximately two weeks time. They are now bearable. This brand is touted as being one of the best, yes it is."

Age: 55-64
Gender: Female

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Review 6 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

1 out of 5

This stuff is alergetic, December 17, 2007
By SquirrelDude from Arizona

"Be cautious in using this. When I took them for as little as 3 days I broke out in Hives that itched like crazy. I stopped and they disapeared in a day. Regular GLA 300 by Twin Labs was not a problem and I had great results."

Age: 65-74
Gender: Male

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Review 7 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

I love this product!, December 12, 2007
By mizner561 from Boca Raton, FL

"I was complaining to a friend about my achy joints and she suggested that I try this product. I did, and what a difference it has made! My joints feel just fine now and I'm experiencing greater mobility. Thanks for a great product at a great price!"

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female

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Review 8 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

August 10, 2007
By klabaty

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"good value"

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Review 9 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Top 10 Contributor

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Exellent GLA content, July 13, 2007
By RushWoman

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"I take this with flax oil to cover my omega fatty acids -- DHA & EPA not withstanding. Not only is this high in GLA, the price allows me to keep borage oil in my diet. With all the benefits GLA provides to the skin, hair and body, I am really glad Vitacost provides this supplement under their brand at such a reasonable price.

Try it; your skin and body will thank you."

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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Review 10 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Top 1000 Contributor

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

hard to digest for me,, June 3, 2007
By Addvanced

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		3 out of 5
Effectiveness:		4 out of 5
Satisfaction:		4 out of 5

"otherwise great"

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Review 11 for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Top 1000 Contributor

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

If you do not like fish oil, May 23, 2007
By skypilot

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"If you do not like fish oil, try this. It works in a similar way for flaxseed but is more readily available to the body. Taking this product helped my HDL a lot."

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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Ratings-Only Reviews for NSI BioAsteri Borage Oil -- 1,300 mg - 120 Softgels

Based on the average of (8) ratings-only reviews

Overall Rating

4.5 out of 5

Would recommend?: Yes 8 out of 8