Evening primrose oil and fertility are closely linked because the oil and tincture of this plant contain multiple properties beneficial for the male and female reproductive system. It helps address certain causes that prevent getting pregnant and that result in lower sperm production in men.
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Evening primrose oil and fertility
In addition to providing omega-6 and other essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid, it helps keep your body healthy. Fertility with evening primrose oil improves because ovulation requires hormone production. This process is enhanced by consuming these acids contained in evening primrose oil.
It is very important to nourish your body with essential substances to maintain good health. Vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and amino acids ensure that when you start oogenesis, the generation of an egg, you have optimal organic levels. Your body must have everything necessary to produce a strong and healthy egg, fully prepared for its transformation.
This is a significant change in the female body, in the oocyte and zygote, and all the cells involved in transportation and successive cell divisions. In this sense, the properties of evening primrose oil provide many nutrients that will be useful when you enter the new ovulation cycle.
Linoleic acid is a fundamental part of prostaglandin E production, as is gamma-linolenic acid. Prostaglandins are not reproductive hormones, but they are part of the body’s cycle to enter the reproductive phase and support cell reproduction, growth, and division.
Maintaining female hormonal balance
Keeping a balance in hormonal functions is essential for proper ovulation. As mentioned earlier, prostaglandins regulate hormonal balance. Consuming omega-6 and essential fatty acids such as linolenic and oleic acids through supplements in the form of evening primrose capsules or tablets is beneficial.
If you have just started taking the supplement, it may take some time before you see results. It depends on your body’s specific conditions and baseline health. You may take more or less time to create optimal conditions for the much-desired conception.
But be patient.
Evening primrose oil helps with female fertility, but it requires time. If you want immediate results, assisted reproduction methods may offer other options while you continue trying.
Evening primrose oil and pregnancy
Unlike when you are trying to conceive, you should stop taking it once you are pregnant. Some of the substances in evening primrose oil during pregnancy may cause uterine muscle contractions. Therefore, it is advisable to take it only before conception.
You can take it to regulate your premenstrual and postmenstrual cycles when you are sure you are not pregnant, as it promotes better renewal. However, as soon as you confirm pregnancy, it is best to stop using it. The most recommended approach is to take it to prepare for egg creation and support the female reproductive system from days 1 to 14 of the cycle, then pause until the cycle restarts.
Some studies suggest that gamma-linolenic acid facilitates uterine wall contractions, playing a direct role in the success of human fertilization. However, once fertilization has occurred, these contractions are not recommended as they may have the opposite effect.
If you think you might be pregnant, evening primrose oil and pregnancy should be kept separate. This prevents potential miscarriages caused by uterine wall muscle contractions and relaxation.
Dosage
There is no exact amount, and studies vary depending on the individuals tested, but the recommended dosage of evening primrose oil for fertility ranges between 500 mg and 1500 mg daily.
With this dosage, cervical mucus allows sperm to move freely through the uterus and reach the egg more easily. Women with poor cervical mucus encounter greater difficulty getting pregnant because it hinders sperm movement.
In any case, consulting a specialist is always advisable to determine the best recommendation for your specific situation and assess whether you need a higher or lower dose. Keep in mind that these amounts are averages, and individual results may vary, as can the effects on each woman.
How to take it
You can buy an evening primrose supplement in oil capsules and take the indicated dose. Depending on the brand and capsule size, they will contain different amounts. Check the milligrams per tablet and follow the instructions on the package. Usually, the dosage is taken once or twice a day, meaning you can split the recommended amount into two doses or take it all at once.
I hope it works for you. I understand the frustration of not being able to conceive.
Hello Any, many women find it helpful, but like everything, it should be considered in moderation. The first step is to check if there is any underlying issue preventing pregnancy. If it’s possible for you to get pregnant but there are difficulties, it could help.
Has it worked for you?
Hello Ani:
Has it worked for you? Have you started taking tests to understand the source of your problem? Sometimes, it’s when we do the tests that we discover the true cause. I’m not trying to discourage you, but the sooner you get checked, the sooner you can achieve your goal. Stay strong, and if this herb works for you, you could share its effectiveness with all of us.
Good morning, I haven’t quite understood how to take it. Should I start taking it on the first day of my period and stop on the 15th day since my period started? Thanks. I’m a bit confused.
Once your period ends, you start taking it until day 14, meaning from day 1 to approximately day 14. This way, during your fertile window, you’ll have a better chance of success. The idea is to stop taking evening primrose oil when the egg has the highest chances of being fertilized.
Hello, I bought evening primrose oil and maca to help me get pregnant since I’m 40 years old, but when I bought it, I was told that if I don’t take it continuously without breaks, it won’t work. I see that here you’re advising differently… Does it matter if I don’t take a break, or can I take it every day and stop when I get pregnant? Thanks.
From the first day of your period, count 14 days, and then stop taking it.
I start on day 1 with my period and finish on day 7. Is day 8 the first day I take evening primrose oil until day 14?
I start on day 1 with my period and finish on day 7. Is day 8 the first day I take evening primrose oil until day 14?
Yes, that’s correct.
No, from the first day of your period, start taking it until day 14 of your cycle.
Hello, good evening everyone, I’ve been taking evening primrose oil for a while now, and I’m afraid I haven’t quite understood how to take it. Let me see if I get it right: I shouldn’t take it from the first day of my period until it ends, but only after bleeding stops until day 14, which is when I should take it? I thought you should take it from the first day of your period until day 14… I may not be doing it correctly. Thanks for your response.
Hello Silvia, once your period ends, start taking evening primrose oil, this way during your ovulation and hormone production period, you’ll be providing your body with more nutrients. If you’ve been taking it the way you described, it’s fine, but it’s not necessary to take it for more days. Try it this way and see how it goes.
It’s taken from day one of your period until day fourteen, then it should be suspended because the ovulatory phase of your cycle begins, and taking it later could cause a miscarriage.
Hello, I’m taking evening primrose oil capsules, and I was prescribed 6 a day, 2 with each meal. But when I was ovulating, I had some bleeding. Could it be too much? Thank you.
Hello Vanessa, the dose depends on the type of capsules you’re taking. In principle, it seems like a lot, but it’s best to check how much evening primrose oil each capsule contains. The average dose is between 500 and 1500 mg per day. If you’re experiencing bleeding and you didn’t before, reduce the dosage or stop taking it until your body regulates. Then, try it again gradually to see how it feels. If it continues, consult your doctor.
Hello, can you help me? I bought evening primrose oil capsules to help with fertility, but I have no idea when to start taking them and how long I should take them. Thank you. I would appreciate your help.
Hello Tamara, all the steps are explained in the article. There are also several comments where questions about how to take evening primrose oil to get pregnant and increase fertility have been answered.
If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
Hello, can the daily dose vary based on a person’s weight?
Ideally, it would be adjusted to each person, but that would make packaging or creating evening primrose oil capsules or pearls more difficult. Also, the quantities are small, so the amounts are usually standardized. That’s why average or approximate doses are provided.
I am 44 years old, and I’ve been taking evening primrose oil capsules, and they’ve worked very well for me. In September, I was diagnosed with ovarian cysts, and I started taking them in November because the doctor said I would need surgery. I had irregular menstruation, and then in January, I was sent for an endovaginal ultrasound, and I give glory to God, all the cysts disappeared, and I’m still taking them. They help with many other ailments.
Hello Nanci! How are you taking it? I also have ovarian cysts, and I bought evening primrose oil to see if it helps. But I’m not sure how to take it in my case. Blessings!
had 2 miscarriages, one in March and another in June. What benefits could evening primrose oil have to prevent more miscarriages? I am very sad because it always happens in the 6th week of pregnancy. Please help me… Thank you.
Good morning, my name is Maribel. My question is that three years ago I had surgery for mild endometriosis with adhesions, and about a year ago my gynecologist did an ultrasound, and one ovary was small while the other was normal. I started treatment with Zimaquin 50 ml. I’ve been on it for 3 months and nothing. He told me I wasn’t ovulating, and my hope was fading, but I went to another gynecologist who did tests, and everything was fine. My husband also did a sperm test, and his count is over 1000 million, so he’s fine. The doctor did a treatment, and it still didn’t work, so I did insemination, but it didn’t work either. I decided to start taking evening primrose oil with maca a month ago, and still nothing. I’m going for the second round, and we’ll see what happens, but I did notice my period has improved and I have less pain. I take 2 evening primrose oil capsules and maca before breakfast and lunch, one with folic acid and vitamin E. My question is, am I taking the product correctly? Is my ovulation improving to get pregnant? Thank you.
How long should you take evening primrose oil?
Does evening primrose oil help with urinary infections? Do you know the dosage? I’m not sure if I’m pregnant.
Hello, my name is Vanesa, and I had surgery 6 months ago for ovarian cysts and several adhesions. I started taking evening primrose oil 3 days ago. My question is if I am taking it correctly. I started my cycle 3 days ago, so should I take it until day 14 of the cycle when ovulation starts? Also, is the amount correct? I take one tablespoon of oil, which is 2mg per day. I’d appreciate an answer. Regards.
Can men also take it to strengthen sperm, and if not, is there something natural for them?
For men, maca is the best option.
Hello, I wanted to ask because I’ve heard that evening primrose oil helps with menstruation if it’s delayed, like inducing a miscarriage. Is this true?
I’m 25 years old, and I haven’t had my period for 6 months. I started taking evening primrose oil 3 days ago. I take 3 capsules a day. I’d like to know if I’m doing it right since I can’t take it from days 1 to 14 because my period hasn’t come. I want to get pregnant, and I hope this helps.
Hello, I’m Franci. I wanted to ask about evening primrose oil. The doctor prescribed it for me to conceive, and I started taking it on day 20 because my period started on day 14 and lasted 6 days. I’d like to know when I should stop taking it to rest before taking it again. I would appreciate it if you could help me. Thank you.
Hello, I’m Ana. Yesterday (24), I bought evening primrose oil, and today (25), I started taking it, but my period isn’t expected until the 31st. After reading how to take it, is there any issue with this? I’m taking it to see if it helps me get pregnant, as I’ve been trying for two years and eight months without success. We’ve done all the medical tests, and everything is fine, but I still can’t conceive. I look forward to your response.
Best regards and thank you.
Hello, how do I know if I should take it if my period hasn’t come for two months because I have polycystic ovary syndrome? How should I take it? Thank you.
Hello, I’m Elena. I’ve been taking evening primrose oil for two months, but I take it every day on an empty stomach. Could you tell me if I’m doing it right? Thank you.
Hello, my name is Mary, and I’m 43 years old. I’ve been married for 17 years and have tried all treatments without success. My gynecologist told me I have endometriosis, which is why I haven’t gotten pregnant. They said evening primrose oil is very good for pregnancy. I’d like to know if it also helps cure endometriosis. Please help me. I really want to get pregnant. 🙁
It’s confusing… I’m all mixed up. I bought the capsules at Walmart, but I’m not sure how to take them. I’m 36 years old, have been married for 12 years, and have a 9-year-old son, but I haven’t been able to get pregnant again. I want to have a baby before I turn 40. This month, I’m going to start taking Clomid, and I read that combining it with evening primrose oil works better. But I’m confused. Some say to take it after my period ends. I’m very regular, my cycle is exactly 28 days, and others say to take it from the first day of my period until day 14. I don’t want to do it wrong. Please help!!!
Hello Zulema, take a look at the comments, and you’ll see how the doubts are cleared. It’s explained there because this question has come up several times. Since your period is so regular, it will be very easy for you to add this extra step with evening primrose oil to help you get pregnant.
Hello! I just received my evening primrose oil today by mail. I know I have to wait until the first day of my next period. But my question is, since I’m taking it for fibroids, I was diagnosed with them last year. I want to know if I should take it from days 1 to 14, even though I won’t ovulate during this time (my cycles are over 30 days). I’m 44 years old, and I want to get pregnant, but I think the fibroids might be the issue. My priority right now is to treat the fibroids. Thank you in advance for your response. Best regards!
Sorry, another question, please. The evening primrose oil I received is 1000 mg, and the box recommends 3 per day, one with each meal. Is that too much, or should I take what the box says? Thank you!
Hello, one question: I had a thrombosis in my leg two years ago, and now I’m trying to get pregnant. I’m not sure if I should take evening primrose oil because of my thrombosis. Can you clarify this for me?
Good evening, I just bought evening primrose oil, and I would like to know how to take it since I want to get pregnant.
I want to know how to take it properly because when I bought it, they told me to take it twice a day. I want to know if that’s the correct dosage, or if I should take it for 14 days from the first day of my period and then rest until the next cycle.
Hello, I’d like to know if evening primrose oil requires a prescription or if it has any side effects. Also, can my husband take it? I would appreciate a prompt response.
Hello Guadalupe, no prescription is required to take evening primrose oil. You can buy it at any store, including para-pharmacies and herbal stores, not just pharmacies.
Hello! My goal is not to get pregnant but to regulate my menstruation and see if it helps with my PCOS. How should I take it in my case? Every day?
Hello Evelyn, the same dose of evening primrose oil. Around 1000 mg or 1 gram daily.
Good morning,
I bought evening primrose oil pearls at a herbal store, and the container says the net weight is 319.5g. I’m using it to try to get pregnant, but I read that the usual daily dose is between 500mg and 1500mg. My question is, with 319.5g, how many capsules should I take? I don’t understand the dosage in milligrams.
Thank you so much.
Hello, I’m Silvia from Argentina. I wanted to know if taking this would help me since my tubes were tied, and I regret it very much.
I’m taking evening primrose oil to get pregnant. I started on the first day it arrived, but I’m not sure when I should stop taking it. Should I stop on the fertile day or when I ovulate, which would be day 14 according to the calendar? Can someone clarify this doubt for me?
Thank you!