The borage plant is characterised by having star-shaped flowers and this has led to it being commonly known by the name of starflower. This name is also given to an oil which is extracted from the plant's seeds. It follows that borage oil and starflower oil are two names for the same substance.
Borage isn't cortizone, but helps your body to produce its own cortizone by stimulating the adrenal gland. To get the benefit of borage, you would consume it in a tea or infusion.
Starflower oil is from the seeds of the borage plant (Borago Officinalis).
Borage oil can cause several side effects, including gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps. It may also lead to skin reactions like rash or irritation in some individuals. Additionally, borage oil contains high levels of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which can increase the risk of bleeding, especially when taken with anticoagulant medications. It's important to consult a healthcare professional before starting borage oil, especially for those with existing health conditions or on medication.
The English name for karpuravalli is Indian borage, or Mexican mint.
The English name of the omavalli plant is Indian borage.
Omega-6 essential fatty acids including gamma linolenic acid.
The botanical name for borage is Borago officinalis.
Infusion: Make a tea with 2 oz. of fresh leaves, let steep for 10 minutes, drink 3 times a day. Borage oil: 100-300 mg. daily. Best to be supervised by medical practitioner.
Borage has culinary uses, the raw leaves are reminiscent of cucumber with a prickly texture. Borage blossoms are used as garnish and may be crystallized to decorate cakes.
The leaves, flowers, and seeds of borage have medicinal properties.
Flaxsee, borage oil or fish oil are all full of essential nutrients that the cells need to make the membranes permeable and therefore be albe to absorb the nurtrients and get rid of toxins. Anybody who has a slow metabolism, problems loosing weight or problems absorbing nutrients needs to check their diet for the content and the amount of those oils in their diet. Best taken unheated and in its natural form to benefit the most.