28-06-2010, 10:04
I'm using Pharma Nord Omega 7 Sea Buckthorn. A wee bit about it -
What is Omega 7?
Omega-7 is a nutritional supplement prepared from berries of the sea buckthorn plant (Hippopae rhamnoides), a shrub originating in the Himalayas. Most of the research into the sea buckthorn plant has been carried out by Chinese and Russian scientists, and sea buckthorn is widely used in health products and cosmetics in these countries.
The oil extracted from sea buckthorn berries is a rich source of the essential polyunsaturated omega-7 fatty acids (PUFAs), palmitoleic acid and cis-vaccenic acid. Relatively few plant species are good sources of these essential PUFAs. In addition to the omega-7 PUFAs, sea buckthorn oil is a good source of the PUFAs alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3 type), linoleic acid (omega-6 type), and oleic acid (omega-9 type), as well as containing high levels of antioxidants (tocopherols, tocotrienols, carotenoids plant sterols and vitamin C).
What does Omega 7 do?
Mucous membranes line the surface of the digestive system, the respiratory tract, and the urino-genital tracts. The essential PUFAs and antioxidants present in sea buckthorn oil act synergistically to help maintain healthy mucous membranes throughout the body. Omega 7 may help to maintain natural lubrication during the menopause, via its soothing action on mucous membranes such as those of the vaginal tract.
The omega-7 PUFA palmitoleic acid is of particular importance, because it confers fluidity to the membrane, whilst having a low susceptibility to oxidation. Omega-7 PUFAs, together with the other classes of omega PUFAs present in sea buckthorn oil (and their metabolites) also play an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system and normal inflammatory response.
Additional Notes:
60 Capsules
One Capsule typically provides:
Content
Seabuckthorn Oil
499.75mg
Of which:
Seabuckthorn seed oil
30-40%
Seabuckthorn berry oil
60-70%
D-alpha tocopherol acetate
2mg
Of which:
Saturated fatty acids
130mg
Monounsaturated fatty acids
210mg
Of which: Palmitoleic acid (n-7
120mg
Cis-vaccenic acid (n-7)
30mg
Oleic acid (n-9)
60mg
Polyunsaturated fatty acids
160mg
Of which: Linoleic acid (n-6)
90mg
Alpha-linoleic acid (n-3)
70mg
Ingredients:
Seabuckthorn Oil, D-alpha tocopherol acetate, Capsule shell: Modified maize starch, Glycerol, Gelling agent: Carrageena, Acidity regulator: Disodium phosphate
Dosage Guide:
2 capsules to be taken twice daily for 2 months then 1 capsule twice daily. To be taken with food.
Lolz and NO, I would not recommend using it topically unless you want bright orange boobs
The oil itself is very red and it stains.
Good luck to anyone wishing to give it a go.
What is Omega 7?
Omega-7 is a nutritional supplement prepared from berries of the sea buckthorn plant (Hippopae rhamnoides), a shrub originating in the Himalayas. Most of the research into the sea buckthorn plant has been carried out by Chinese and Russian scientists, and sea buckthorn is widely used in health products and cosmetics in these countries.
The oil extracted from sea buckthorn berries is a rich source of the essential polyunsaturated omega-7 fatty acids (PUFAs), palmitoleic acid and cis-vaccenic acid. Relatively few plant species are good sources of these essential PUFAs. In addition to the omega-7 PUFAs, sea buckthorn oil is a good source of the PUFAs alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3 type), linoleic acid (omega-6 type), and oleic acid (omega-9 type), as well as containing high levels of antioxidants (tocopherols, tocotrienols, carotenoids plant sterols and vitamin C).
What does Omega 7 do?
Mucous membranes line the surface of the digestive system, the respiratory tract, and the urino-genital tracts. The essential PUFAs and antioxidants present in sea buckthorn oil act synergistically to help maintain healthy mucous membranes throughout the body. Omega 7 may help to maintain natural lubrication during the menopause, via its soothing action on mucous membranes such as those of the vaginal tract.
The omega-7 PUFA palmitoleic acid is of particular importance, because it confers fluidity to the membrane, whilst having a low susceptibility to oxidation. Omega-7 PUFAs, together with the other classes of omega PUFAs present in sea buckthorn oil (and their metabolites) also play an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system and normal inflammatory response.
Additional Notes:
60 Capsules
One Capsule typically provides:
Content
Seabuckthorn Oil
499.75mg
Of which:
Seabuckthorn seed oil
30-40%
Seabuckthorn berry oil
60-70%
D-alpha tocopherol acetate
2mg
Of which:
Saturated fatty acids
130mg
Monounsaturated fatty acids
210mg
Of which: Palmitoleic acid (n-7
120mg
Cis-vaccenic acid (n-7)
30mg
Oleic acid (n-9)
60mg
Polyunsaturated fatty acids
160mg
Of which: Linoleic acid (n-6)
90mg
Alpha-linoleic acid (n-3)
70mg
Ingredients:
Seabuckthorn Oil, D-alpha tocopherol acetate, Capsule shell: Modified maize starch, Glycerol, Gelling agent: Carrageena, Acidity regulator: Disodium phosphate
Dosage Guide:
2 capsules to be taken twice daily for 2 months then 1 capsule twice daily. To be taken with food.
Lolz and NO, I would not recommend using it topically unless you want bright orange boobs
The oil itself is very red and it stains.
Good luck to anyone wishing to give it a go.