About Gamma-Linolenic Acid
Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is an omega-6 fatty acid found primarily in plant-based oils. It's considered an essential fatty acid because the human body cannot produce it and must obtain it through diet or supplementation. GLA is a precursor to dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DGLA), which can be converted to anti-inflammatory prostaglandins.
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Compare All Forms
Compare different forms of Gamma-Linolenic Acid by bioavailability, conversion rates, and active ingredient content:
| Form | Tier | Steps |
Gamma-Linolenic Acid (mg) |
Bioavailability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA) | Tier 2 | 1 | — | Moderate bioavailability form. Reliable form that works well but requires 1-2 step conversions by the body. Good balance of cost and effectiveness. | View → |