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<h2>Primrose</h2>
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Primrose is a short-stemmed plant that comes from the genus Primula and sports tufted basal leaves that are somewhat egg-shaped in appearance and look more oblong once the plant has reached maturity. The primrose plant has showy attractive looking flowers that bloom on different stalks. The primrose plant is a wildflower that grows in North America, New Zealand, Europe and various places throughout Asia.&nbsp; 
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The importance of the primrose plant or evening primrose plant as it is sometimes referred to is that the seeds are full of a fatty oil that is beneficial for healing. The seeds of the plant are used to make evening primrose oil which is especially beneficial for female problems such as premenstrual syndrome, uncomfortable menstruation and endometriosis. Consuming evening primrose oil on a regular basis can bring about a decrease in menstrual cramps, and breast tenderness. This special oil can also help to curb cravings for carbohydrates, decrease the incidence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) flare-ups and control the inflammation that accompanies endometriosis. Research studies have shown that many women who suffer from PMS have very low levels of GLA in their bodies.&nbsp; 
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Evening primrose oil is a rich natural source of three important things- omega-6 essential fatty acids, Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid (LA). All of these things are necessary for the health and well-being of the human body. GLA for example is beneficial for the production of hormone-like substances known as prostaglandins. Prostaglandins play a big role in regulating a number of different functions in the body such as circulation, the condition of the skin and hair, the health of joints and the level of cholesterol in the blood. 
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Skin conditions are the number one health problem that evening primrose is used to heal. Evening primrose oil is often recommended for patients who suffer from eczema, acne and rosacea. Evening primrose oil is helpful for those who suffer from muscle and joint pain and can help to regulate and re-settle hormones when they have become unbalanced.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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