Supplies both omega-3 essential fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (ALA) and omega-6 gamma linoleic acid (GLA). Promotes cardiovascular health. How does NSI® Black Currant Oil work? Blackcurrant oil is extracted from the seeds of the blackcurrant plant, which grows as a shrub with large, maple-like leaves and purplish-black berries throughout the midwest U.S. Blackcurrant oil is a good source of the omega-3 essential fatty acid (EFA) alpha linolenic acid (ALA), and it's also one of nature's richest sources of omega-6 gamma linoleic acid (GLA). GLA is primarily present in plant fats including borage oil, evening primrose oil and blackcurrant oil. EFA's are beneficial for many aspects of health, including cardiovascular, neurological and bone/joint support. GLA is converted in the body to DGLA, which is a precursor in the production of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are hormone-like compounds involved in a variety of normal body functions such as blood clotting, inflammation, sodium/potassium balance and more. NSI® Black Currant Oil is better because it:. Each softgel delivers 1,000 mg of black currant oil. Supports various areas of health and is beneficial for both men and women, of all ages! . 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:
4.8 out of 5
16 of 17 (94%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
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5
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Strong Nails!!,July 19, 2009
By Tourneauxfrom Houston, TX
"After taking the black currant oil daily for 2 months, my finger nails are growing long & not breaking or brittle the way they've been all my life!"
Age:
45-54
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Female
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Review 2 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
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5
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This worked well for my needs...!,July 5, 2009
By mmztcass6from Arizona
"For some people looking to supplement with GLA oils for healthy benefits, I found this to work very well."
Age:
45-54
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Female
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Review 3 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
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5
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Great Quality,June 19, 2009
By BookMomfrom CA
"I use it combination with fish oil, and my test results from the lab are great!"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
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Review 4 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
Top 250 Contributor
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5
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GREAT!!,June 7, 2009
By lgcangel7from Bald Knob, AR
"If you can handle big you can handle these! Does exactly what they are suppose to do!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
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Review 5 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
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5
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Great for inflamation,March 19, 2009
By Vivionfrom Northern California
"Since I can't take the prescribed drug for inflammation, my Rheumatologist recommended Black Current Oil softgels. I know they work because if I forget to take them, my fingers become inflamed and stiff."
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Female
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Review 6 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
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5
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Miracle Oil,December 9, 2008
By ch805from Ventura, CA
"For years I have suffered from severe bruising on my forearms due to thin skin. I would get large, reddish-purple bruises from the smallest bumps. After 1 bottle of Black Currant Oil the bruising was noticeably lessened. After several bottles, the bruising is almost non-existent!"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
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Review 7 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
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5
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Wouldn't do without it!,October 4, 2008
By ready2gofrom Indiana
"I love this product, I've been taking it for several years for dry skin and it is great, the skin around my thumbs used to split and it no longer does. No flaking on arms or legs."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
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Review 8 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
Top 1000 Contributor
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3
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Not noticeably effective,October 1, 2008
By happy2befrom ATL, GA
"I wanted to notice a real difference in my body, but I didn't. Maybe I didn't use enough and perhaps for too short of a time period to be a fair judge."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
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Review 9 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
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Great 4 The SKIN,July 12, 2008
By MRStefanikfrom Boston, MA
"I've taken many Omega Supplements in the past - Hemp Seed, Flax Seed, Fish, Krill, Black Currant, etc. I've found that they are all great overall, but each one benefits certain areas more so than others. My favorite combination is Hemp and Black Currant and lots of Sashimi. I tend not to eat a lot of fish oil capsules simply because I consume massive amounts of sashimi so I get enough Omega 3's from that, but I like supplementing to get my veggie oils. Black Currant specifically is very good for my skin, it has more of a profound effect than the others, but I recommend (if you can afford it) a combo of different oils. Everyone's body is different so listen to your body and see how it responds."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
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Review 10 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
Top 1000 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
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great value!,November 4, 2007
By klpen2000from California
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"I'm supposed to take fish oil 3x daily.. but I needed a viable source that I could pack with my lunch. I read that black curent oil was a excellent alternative, but found it to be expensive.
my web search lead me to vitacost! this is a great value!"
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 11 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
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NSI black currant oil,September 4, 2007
By K9dude
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"I have had dry eyes since LASIK surgery five years ago. I've tried everything for relief from eyedrops to dietary supplements. As a physician, I look for evidence-based approaches to remedies. One product had GLA derived from black currant oil and this had some positive benefit. I tried black currant oil supplements from another "natural product" vendor and it was disappointing. Then I tried NSI black currant oil and to my surprise, I experienced tremendous positive benefits. This stuff is amazing. My eyes have improved so much that I rarely need drops any more. I can only guess that NSI's oil is more pure and concentrated, and truly from the black currant fruit/seed. If you suffer from dry eyes, you owe it to yourself to try this supplement."
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Review 12 for NSI Black Currant Oil -- 1,000 mg - 120 Softgels
Top 10 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
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Excellent Product,May 8, 2007
By RushWoman
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5
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"I love black currant oil though until I found this marvelous product, my purchase as limited to a couple times a year. This is a great price on a fantastic oil! It is wonderful for healthy, shiny skin and I love it in my soap, too. I take only 1 a day and get fabulous benefits. Try some today; your skin will thank you."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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