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Female 30 + would star flower oil 1000mg for breast pain be good but what amount of gla is useful to balance hormone levels ? is this a good amount?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unproven effects: Scientific studies do not clearly show that Star flower oil is safe and effective. Without further evidence we can not recommend its use. Breast pain should be evaluated by a doctor to make sure nothing is abnormal before determining that it is hormonal sensitivity

Answered 10/11/2016

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A member asked:

Female 30 + would star flower oil 1000mg for breast pain be good but what amount of gla is useful to balance hormone levels ? is this a good amount?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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