Evening primrose oil is obtained from the seeds of the evening primrose by cold pressing. It has a delicate flavor and aroma. It can be used to prepare salads and salads, as well as an addition to meat and fish dishes served cold. Evening primrose oil is characterized by a high content of unsaturated fats, including polyunsaturated fats, which include omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-6 fatty acids are: linoleic acid (LA) and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) contained in evening primrose oil. Linoleic acid helps maintain normal blood cholesterol levels. The beneficial effect is obtained when consuming 10 g of LA daily. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet helps to maintain normal blood cholesterol levels [mono- and polyunsaturated fats are unsaturated fats]. Maintaining proper health requires a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Food should not be heated or fried in cold-pressed evening primrose oil.