Dhamme ca ye ariyapavedite ratā
anuttarā te vacasā, manasā kammunā ca.
Te santisoraccasamādhisaṇṭhitā,
sutassa paññāya ca sāramajjhagū.
Those who are devoted to the Dhamma made known by the Noble Ones
are unsurpassed in speech, thought and action.
They are established in peace, gentleness and concentration,
and have reached the essence of learning and wisdom.
Sutta Nipāta 3.332
The Discourse Collection: Selected Texts from the Sutta Nipāta
translated by John D. Ireland
Our souls are the finishing tools for His handiwork.
They are the plows He applies to the harsh earth so it will absorb the rains from heaven, the sandpaper to grind away the coarse surfaces of life, the polishing-cloth so that it will glimmer in the light from above.
That friction that wears us down, those sparks that fly—it is the resistance to this refining process.
And if you should ask, how could it be that G‑d’s own creation should present resistance to His infinitely powerful breath?
In truth, it cannot. But He condenses that breath into a soul, He tightly focuses her power, until the harshness of this world can seem real to her, and then she will struggle, and in that struggle she will make the world shine.
Aloha ʻohana a me na hoaloha.
Lawe i ka maʻalea a kuʻu ono..A me puʻuwai..
Mahalo ke haku no na mea a pau.
Hello family and friends..
Take wisdom and make it deep..Be generous, open hearted
Enjoy what you have, give gladly from the heart.
Thank you Lord for everything.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Making good banh mi at home is quite easy, but can involve a bit of preparation. Simply put, you can make it as simple or thorough as you want or have time for.
Making Banh mi preparation easier is all about nailing down the assembly. Once you have your basic pantry items for banh mi, it won’t take that much more effort. The carrot and daikon pickles can be made ahead of time and be stored in the fridge for about 1 month.
PICKLED VEGGIES FOR BAHN MI
1/4 lb. cucumber, julienned
1 lb. daikon, peeled and julienned
1 lb. carrots, peeled and julienned
2 tsps kosher or sea salt
1 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
Make sure the vegetables are fairly dry (pat them dry) so they don’t dilute the pickling liquid with excess water. Combine the vinegar, salt, sugar, and water together until the sugar dissolves. Place the vegetables in a jar large enough to fit them all and pour the pickling liquid into the jar so that all of the vegetables are submerged. Store them sealed in the jar in the refrigerator for 5 days for best flavor.
patāpa — splendor, majesty
Susukhaṃ vata jīvāma,
verinesu averino.
Verinesu manussesu,
viharāma averino.
Happy indeed we live,
friendly amidst the hostile.
Amidst hostile people
we dwell free from hatred.
Dhammapada 15.197
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom,
translated from the Pali by Acharya Buddharakkhita
Aloha ʻOhana a me na hoaloha! Hauʻoli aloha Poʻalua.
Maikaʻi iā oukou. E pili mau na pomaikaʻi ia oe.
A hui hou, malama pono e Ke Akua pu.
Me ke aloha pumehana, Lanakila
Hello family and friends! Happy Aloha Tuesday!
Have a beautiful day. May blessings ever be with you.
Until we meet again, take care and God Bless.
With the warmth of my love, Lana
All the phrases written in ōlelo we invite you to write it down and use. I learned from my Kupuna and she always said, “Aloha means to share.” So, I share this heartfelt (right-brained!) language so you feel and breathe the Aloha, too.
LET’S KNOCK THE WALL DOWN!
There is a wall that separates us from the higher realm or holy city within us.
We have to knock down that wall and we will need the heavy equipment to do it.
You can choose the equipment you wish to use. Both are the same but labeled a bit differently.
You can use the 7 chakras of the Hindu Kundalini, or the 7 Seals of the Book of Revelation.
Both of them operate in the spinal area.
You also can either choose music or om at the time of the assault
on the wall.
So let’s open the scriptures for the detailed instructions.
Joshua 6 King James Version (KJV)
3 You shall compass the city, all you men of war, and go round about the city once. This shall you do for six days.
4 And seven priests shall bear before the ark seven trumpets of rams’ horns: and the seventh day ye shall compass the city seven times, and the priests shall blow with the trumpets.
5 And it shall come to pass, that when they make a long blast with the ram’s horn, and when you hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city shall fall down flat.
Notice the emphasis on the seven.
Now of course this is the Biblical account of Joshua’s assault on the walls of Jericho.
But we must understand that this is pure mythology. I want you to read this report from Zeev Herzog Chief Archaeologist at the University of Tel Aviv in Tel Aviv Israel.
Please do not skip over this. Read it carefully because it will show you why the assault on the wall is your job.
From Zeev Herzog Archaeology Dept, Tel Aviv University Israel
Repeated excavations by various expeditions at Jericho whose conquest is described in the greatest of detail in the Book of Joshua have proved very disappointing.
It is agreed that the late part of the 13th century BCE (before the Christian era) the late Bronze Age is when the conquest was supposed to have taken place.
But at that time there were no cities there and no walls that could have been toppled.
Biblical scholars suggested a quarter of a century ago that the story of Joshua be considered legend and no more.
Then as more and more sites were uncovered the conclusion was bolstered that there is no factual basis for the Biblical story about the conquest by Israelite tribes in a military campaign led by Joshua.
So there it is. A mythical story was contrived that is really about the wall that blocks you from the holy city within you on the right side.
You enter into meditation. The energy begins to rise. Chakras or seals, one, two, three, four, five , six. Just as in the story which spoke of the six days.
Then on the 7th, the Rams horn a great shout, and that wall blocking you from the great light will fall and you will enter the city.
About the Rams horn. The hippocampus of your brain is the place of memory. This is where you will be restored to your true identity and enter the city.
In the Hippocampus is something called Ammons Horn. Ammons symbol was the Ram. So it is there for you.
I cannot tell you when the wall will fall for you, but it will. You can use OM as the Rams Horn or music. Whatever you wish.
The horn is sounded to stop all thought from entering in. You can hear that in many Eastern Meditations today.
So there you are: six days circling the city. Six chakras, six seals.
Then on the 7th the wall falls and you will enter the Holy City.
Yes that Holy City is Jerusalem which means city of peace,
Not the Jerusalem you can find on a map today. This is that Jerusalem of higher consciousness reached in meditation.
As the scripture reads:
Galatians 4:24 Jerusalem which now is, and is in bondage with her children. 26 But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all.
That is your city. And when that wall finally falls, you will find 12 gates that are the 12 cranial nerves of the brain which now will be vibrating in harmony with the 12 constellations of the Zodiac.
I look forward to hearing that you fought the battle of Jericho, and the walls came tumbling down.
Bill bdona910782000@yahoo.com ~ www.hiddenmeanings.com
We are all connected, like a single, fluid mass, and this is why we are able to help each other change. When one of us begins moving forward, all those around him are pulled along.
But if you yourself are standing still, how can you expect to push someone else ahead?
If you need to help someone else overcome his fault, first find that flaw within you. Move forward in that area, and then you can pull along the other guy.
GENERAL PLANETARY INFLUENCES
A little more planetary movement this week, as the Sun moved into Virgo on Sunday, but apart from the Moon’s natural progress, the rest of the planets stay where they are at present, just moving by a few degrees. Next week, both Mercury and Venus move signs, but this week is fairly ‘quiet’ astrologically. As I mentioned, the Sun is now in modest, organized, modest, particular Virgo, this can make us a bit finicky at times, as we naturally want everything to be just right.
The Moon starts the week in domineering, exuberant, melodramatic Leo, with a Full Moon on Monday, making us more over-the-top in certain situations. On Tuesday it moves into responsive, inquisitive, logical Virgo. On Thursday the Moon moves into charming, harmonious, peaceful Libra. On Sunday it moves into determined, jealous, strong-willed, Scorpio, finishing the week there.
Mercury remains in balanced, decisive, fussy Virgo, this week, with a methodical, structured and detailed approach.
Venus remains in loving, expressive & excessive Leo, for this week, with possible overly dramatic reactions.
Mars remains in compulsive, envious, responsive, resourceful Scorpio, until the middle of next month, with a need for personal control over people and situations. Jupiter is now approximately one third of the way through benevolent, extrovert, positive, expansive Leo, making us kind-hearted.
Saturn remains in responsible, shrewd, strong-willed Scorpio, until the end of 2014. It is now traveling Direct, enabling self expansion in some respects. Uranus remains in assertive, blunt, energetic, self-willed Aries, for several years, and can make us individualistic and rebellious, unexpected events or disruptive emotional matters, may distract us, or help us see things differently.
Uranus is currently travelling Retrograde until shortly before Christmas, helping us come up with ingenious ideas, with a need to use them creatively. Neptune remains in sensitive, intuitive Pisces for the foreseeable future, and helps us gradually develop more empathy, compassion, and build understanding, in a wide variety of ways, but also indicates a need to remain realistic.
Neptune is now traveling Retrograde until Mid December, indicating boundaries between reality and illusion may blur at times, causing possible confusion, with a need to look at people and situations realistically.
Pluto remains in Capricorn for quite a few years, so is a very long term influence, showing knowledge gradually acquired on deeper levels, with balance, & realistic ways of recycling & developing our intuitive knowledge further, to use practically. Pluto travels Retrograde until late September, with a relentless search for inner truth, furthering our self knowledge approached the right way.
Sun opposite Neptune –Problems arising can be hard to understand and appropriately deal with.
Sun conjunct Moon Tuesday – Unilateral emotional urges and drive, with a feeling of self satisfaction.
Sun sextile Moon Sunday – Tranquility, a sense of peace, and lots of ideas.
Moon conjunct Venus Monday – An affable, friendly, outgoing approach to other people.
Moon square Mars and Saturn Monday – Becoming overly demanding, sensitive or volatile can make some situations explosive. Try to avoid being too negative or insecure.
Moon trine Uranus Monday – A curious, mentally alert outlook, and need to gain knowledge of a person or situation.
Moon opposite Neptune Tuesday –
Moon conjunct Mercury Wednesday – Good relations with others, with understanding and empathy shown.
Moon sextile Mars and Saturn Wednesday – A skilful approach in communication wins emotional spats. Sincerity shown towards others, but possible caution too.
Moon sextile Jupiter Thursday and Friday – Honesty, integrity and a rather idealistic outlook.
Moon sextile Venus Friday and Saturday – Optimism, with a willingness to discuss any issues arising.
Moon square Pluto Friday and Saturday – Deeper emotions can feel overwhelming at times.
Moon opposite Uranus Friday and Saturday – Possible conflict regarding emotional situations or unstable situations.
Moon sextile Pluto Sunday – Instinctive understanding and responses to people and situations.
Moon square Jupiter Sunday – A happy-go-lucky, self indulgent attitude, but with sudden moon swings.
Moon trine Neptune Sunday – Some personal situations may be overly dramatized.
Mercury remains in sextile to Mars and Saturn this week – Plentiful mental energy, used intelligently can bring positive results. Resourceful, careful actions, based on an intellectual approach.
Mercury trine Pluto – Instinctive skills resolving problems, using instinct and logic.
Mercury inconjunct Uranus – Other people’s problems can interrupt personal train of thought or work.
Venus still square to Mars and Saturn – A sensible attitude and self control can bring a balance, when extreme situations arise. Try to resolve relationship difficulties, without allowing the past to influence too strongly.
Venus remains trine to Uranus –Life may seem more exciting, with a need for new and different situations, and a broad-minded attitude.
Venus inconjunct Pluto until Thursday – Possible problems balancing emotions and logic.
Mars and Saturn remain conjunct – Constructive use of mental and physical energy brings positive results.
Mars and Saturn sextile Pluto – Considerable willpower and forcefulness needs to be used constructively. A deeper sense of inevitable changes and transformation.
Mars square Jupiter – A need for more moderation in some circumstances, to avoid becoming too extreme.
Mars and Saturn still inconjunct Uranus – Innovation and drive, but great dislike of feeling pressured. Potential difficulties establishing priorities and obligations.
Jupiter square Saturn – Problems with self esteem can create a lack of confidence in some situations.
Jupiter trine Uranus – A more original, creative, determined and practical approach.
Jupiter inconjunct Neptune and Pluto – Uranus square Pluto long term, at least till the end of the year – A need for freedom and independence, and rebellion against interactions that are too close for comfort.
Neptune and Pluto sextile ongoing long term – A need for positive reactions to circumstances and general changes that occur within society.
ARIES 21 March – 20 April
You feel a need to work hard, & are very supportive to your colleagues too. You’re methodical & trustworthy at work, but a stressed. You’re a bit engaging & enjoying socialising more. You can be secretive, but are great company, purposeful, & concentrate well, but get down-hearted. You’re original, but erratic & contemplative, focusing on career progress.
TAURUS 21 April – 21 May
You really enjoy your leisure time & spending time with your children. You communicate very positively, winning people’s respect. You’re very positive & relaxed when around your loved ones. You may have a few disagreements with a partner, but still supportive to them & are happiest at home,. You’re intuitive, may view friends idealistically, or have inflexible views.
GEMINI 22 May – 21 June
You enjoy spending more time at home, & focus on your family & loved ones. You’re quite methodical regarding domestic matters. You like getting out & about locally, & get on well with your neighbours. You’re hard working, want to improve your knowledge, but may ignore health issues. You’re individual, idealistic & ambitious, but overly emotional or obsessive.
CANCER 22 June – 23 July
You have a strong need to communicate, & may catch up with letters or phone calls. You need to keep in touch with people around you, but can get distracted. You’re prone to making impulse buys just now. You feel more passionate, & impatient, may make investments, & are creative & innovative. You’re professional & original, but maybe naive, & may try to manipulate a partner.
LEO 24 July – 23 August
You handle monetary situations well, & may invest in what you consider quality items. You shrewdly & positively manage your finances. You’re charming & appealing to other people. You take charge of home matters, & inspire other people, but may feel insecure. You seek mental stimulation, have ingenious ideas, & should investigate ongoing health issues.
VIRGO 24 August – 23 September
You come across as diplomatic, practical, & self possessed, but fascinating too. You’re astute, positive & expressive, winning people’s respect. At times your emotions may overwhelm you. You speak your mind bluntly & openly, are selfless but also very private & reliable. You may argue about finances with a partner, & seem vague, but are emotional & passionate.
LIBRA 24 September – 23 October
You quite enjoy your privacy & having time to yourself, & are much more intuitive. You might feel confused by conflicting emotions & logic. You’re supportive & affectionate to friends. You’re driven to make money & success is important, you inspire friends, but money may be limited. You dislike partnership restrictions, should watch your health, & can be changeable.
SCORPIO 24 October – 22 November
You enjoy seeing more of your friends, & enjoy happy, positive times with them. You feel especially drawn to gifted friends, you can debate with. You willingly work hard, as this can help you progress. You’re quite competitive, strong-willed, ambitious & driven to succeed, but lack confidence. You’re innovative & original, but overly imaginative, & preoccupied by detail.
SAGITTARIUS 23 November – 21 December
You feel ambitious, driven & want to progress in your career, so work harder. You’re focused, with a practical, proficient approach, enabling success. You enjoy expanding your knowledge on new places or people. You’re thoughtful but keep problems private, are positive & thoughtful, but introspective. You’re imaginative, with a busy home life, but competent & financially astute.
CAPRICORN 22 December – 20 January
You feel naturally drawn to faraway place, so might choose to travel away on holiday. You enjoy improving your knowledge & are curious. You may feel emotionally overwhelmed in some situations. You feel drawn to challenging friends can make money in business, & enjoy meeting mates. Family home life is erratic, you’re vague, & inscrutable, but have great potential.
AQUARIUS 21 January – 19 February
You feel instinctively & deeply about a relationship & have strong inner emotions. You might take a rational approach to emotional issues. You need a strong bond with a mate. You’re ambitious, focused & driven, feel happy with a partner, & are responsible. You have many ideas, & feel financially vulnerable, remaining focused, but secretive & tense at times.
PISCES 20 February – 20 March
You share an affectionate, happy bond with a partner & feel naturally close to them. You converse positively with your other half, building understanding. You dislike feelings of tension at work. You’re adventurous & innovative, supportive, but changes may feel threatening. You’re erratic with money, & self deceptive, or may have challenging friends to deal with.
Disclaimer
I can’t guarantee anything shown on these horoscopes, they can only offer general information, as written by Beverley Taylor or Astrologymix so please note that they should be considered for entertainment purposes only. However I do make every effort to ensure the information I give is as accurate as possible. If you do have any queries please feel free to contact me.
Aloha Kakahiaka kakou!
Hauʻoli aloha Poʻakahi
I lā maikaʻi nou
E pili mau na pomaikaʻi ia oe
‘Oia’i’o A Me Waha He’e …
Ka mea nana i hana … Malama ke ki’i nui.
Aloha Ke Akua!
Good Morning and Happy Aloha Monday!
May you enjoy your day and be blessed.
There are truths and lies that we must discern
Remember you are your Creator … what your heart looks to, it creates
Take care of how you view your Big Picture.
God is Love!
muditā — sympathetic or vicarious joy
Imesu kira sajjanti,
Eke samaṇabrāhmaṇā;
Viggayha naṃ vivadanti
Janā ekaṅgadassino.
Some recluses and brahmins, so called,
Are deeply attached to their own views;
People who only see one side of things
Engage in quarrels and disputes.
Udāna 6.54
The Udāna and the Itivuttaka, trans. John D. Ireland
Aloha Family of Light !
As we step into this next beautiful integration phase of the Astrological sign turning towards Virgo, we also welcome a powerful Manifestation New Moon cycle full of magic and promise.
We discover the essential task of Virgo in uniting our body, mind and spirit so that we become who we incarnated to be. This gives birth to our own savior–our inner Spirit, integrating through self-knowledge–knowing who we are and who we are not. It has a lot to do with self-acceptance as well gifting love and complete acceptance of who we are.
~ YOU ARE THE LIGHTHOUSE ~
Virgo asks us to give that love and acceptance to ourselves, instead of patriarchy’s twisting of Virgo’s gift into self-criticism and impossible perfectionism.
A deep awakening of the energy coursing within our cellular memories the foundation and make-up of our divine temples of the body unearth the currents of magic that ebb and flow along in tune with the moon’s rhythm. As we combine this powerful force uniting them as one we co-create positive change and transform your life through the mysteries of the new moon.
My fears of tomorrow are simply melting away.
Sukarāni asādhūni,
attano ahitāni ca.
Yaṃ ve hitañca sādhuñca,
taṃ ve paramadukkaraṃ.
Easy to do are things
that are bad and harmful to oneself.
But exceedingly difficult to do
are things that are good and beneficial.
Dhammapada 12.163
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom,
translated from the Pali by Acharya Buddharakkhita
#46 Sheng Ascending
Above: Kun center of the Earth; the yin element supporting all things; responsiveness.
Below: Sun root, foundation; subtle penetration, like the wind; small, steady effort.
The Wisdom:
You are in a time of ascension
What you have been working for is on the way
Now simply be present
Be mindful of where you stand
This is your season of harvesting. Your harvest, in this case, consists of the ripe fruits of small and steady efforts. You have been paying attention to all the details, remaining steadfast to the principles of working for the greater good, and until now it seemed as if the fruits of your efforts have been elusive. Try as you know you must, to not have expectations, it is difficult not to have them. You have had expectations, which you have tried your best to quiet, of how your diligence would bring about a desired outcome. In your present situation your expectations are about to be humbled by the good fortune that is coming your way.
This is an excellent time to make the moves you have been holding in check, feeling that either the timing was not right or that those with influence and authority would not be receptive. Leave all worries behind.
It has seemed that in so many ways all the work and waiting have been interminable. But that was only your analytical mind interfering with the universal law of right timing. Patience and quiet nurturing are all that is needed now, whether in your relationship to your own inner self or in your projects, external relationships, and your connection with the Earth herself.
It is happening; no need to push it. What you have desired is coming your way. Don’t ask when—just take a look . . . it is now. Trust and faith is the powerful engine that will propel you forward in your quest for what is right and in harmony with the natural way of being.
.Quiet your heart and mind.
Allow the natural way to unfold.
Be steady and don’t miss a step;
Progress and prosperity are assured.
All things that you have worked and wished for in life are moving forward, toward yours and the greater good. It is as if you are exactly synchronized with the calendar of your life path. The energies of the Earth and the universe are moving in harmony with you, with your actions and desires. Your intuition is at an extremely high level. Trust it and make your well-considered moves, whether in love, business, or in the care of our planet and all her beings. Bring all together and be the giver of love and life to your tribe, your family and your relationships.
Note well that while you may harvest the bounty that is available to you now, the benefit will be to return this energy in equal measure to the living organism of Gaia to which you are deeply rooted. This is your “family,” which has silently and elegantly supported and nurtured you so that you could get to this point of beneficial harvest. Keep feeding the whole, the oneness of which we are each a part.
Have confidence that you have done your work, that you have correctly nurtured yourself, your relationships, your tribe, or your project to this point. Have faith that your growth is assured if you allow everything to unfold without the judgment or interference of the critical, analytical mind. Refrain from picking things apart and just let the mind relax in its own vast, natural spaciousness.
This hexagram signals that your personal magic could not be at a higher and more powerful point. Your ideas will be well received by those around you. Externally, you will advance in your relationships and your career, and your words will be heard. You are part of a network that is connecting all good things for the benefit of yourself, your tribe, and the world.
Stay steady and remain humble. Meditate and take part in activities that keep you centered and grounded. By adhering to the higher laws, those of compassion, kindness, and integrity, what you will gain will remain, and any doubts about yourself will wash away like dust after a longed-for spring rain.
This week speak to the elements. Listen to the wind as it speaks to you, hear the waters as they nurture and teach you, celebrate fire as it burns away the dross. Taste of the Earth herself as she nurtures all sentient beings, and wear the air on your skin like a royal robe of ritual and celebration.
BobbyK
The Law of One or Oneness dictates that we are all one and everything is connected. Everything is made up of Universal Energy, coming from the same energetic source.
Aloha Kakahiaka
Hauʻoli aloha Lapule
Maikaiʻi iā oukou
A hui hou kakou malama pono
Hello good morning
Happy aloha Sunday
Have a nice day everyone
Until the next time, Stay PONO!
Aloha Kakahiaka … I lā nani nou
Hello good morning … Have a good day …
Wishing you all a fabulous aloha day!
Mettañca sabbalokasmi,
mānasaṃ bhāvaye aparimāṇaṃ:
Uddhaṃ adho ca tiriyañca,
asambādhaṃ averamasapattaṃ.
With good will for the entire cosmos,
cultivate a limitless heart:
Above, below, & all around,
unobstructed, without hostility or hate.
Sutta Nipāta 1.150
Translated from the Pali by Thanissaro Bhikkhu
Aloha Kakahiaka
Hauʻoli aloha Poʻalima
I lā maikaʻi nou
Aloha Hawaii ʻOhana a me na ho’aloha.
E pili mau na pomaikaʻi ia oe
A hui hou, malama pono e Ke Akua pu.
Me ke aloha pumehana kakou
Aloha good morning
Happy aloha Friday
Have a good day
Hello family and friends.
May blessings ever be with you, until we meet again
Take care and God bless you.
Wishing all of you aloha.
A native North American wildflower, evening primrose is commonly called “evening star” because its bright yellow flowers open at dusk. It’s a favorite with herb and native plant gardeners and can grow up to 4 feet or 5 feet tall. The seeds are a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid with wide-ranging health benefits.
Native Americans valued evening primrose both as a food and a medicine. They applied a poultice made from the plant to bruises to relieve swelling and made a tea from the root to ease coughs. European settlers took their cue from native peoples, using evening primrose to treat wounds, coughs, sore throats, and digestive upsets. In the 1980s, evening primrose soared in popularity when researchers discovered that its seeds are a gold mine of GLA, a compound rarely found in plants.
Evening primrose oil (EPO) is used to treat a variety of health problems caused by a deficiency in essential fatty acids. These include premenstrual syndrome (PMS), fibrocystic breast pain, eczema, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetic neuropathy. Other conditions that evening primrose may help treat include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, attention deficit disorder, and ulcerative colitis.
GLA is essential for the production of prostaglandins, hormonelike compounds that influence almost every bodily system. Prostaglandins decrease inflammation, stimulate hormone production, and help regulate blood clotting, blood pressure, and PMS-related water retention. If the body is working properly, it converts omega-6 fatty acids (found in vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds) into GLA. But many factors can inhibit this conversion, including advancing age; a diet compromised by excessive saturated fats, trans fats, or alcohol; zinc deficiency; and some medical disorders, such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and cancer. Evening primrose oil supplies a direct source of GLA to the body, bypassing the need for conversion of omega-6s and helping to restore healthy levels of prostaglandins
In colonial America, evening primrose seeds were often substituted for poppy seeds in baking. More compelling is research supporting the use of evening primrose oil for diabetic neuropathy, a common complication of long-term diabetes that causes nerve damage in the legs, feet, arms, and hands. One double-blind study evaluated 111 people with diabetes for one year who were given either 480 mg of GLA daily or a placebo. The researchers found that those given GLA experienced significant improvement in neurological symptoms (Diabetes Care, 1993, vol. 16, no. 9).
GLA also has shown promise as an effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, a painful and disfiguring type of inflammatory arthritis. In a 1996 study, researchers gave 56 patients with active rheumatoid arthritis GLA supplements or a placebo. After six months of treatment, participants taking GLA experienced reduced arthritic symptoms (Arthritis and Rheumatism, 1996, vol. 39, no. 11).
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