💚 Gamma-linolenic acid in Greespi: natural support for women's health.

Why GLA Matters

Today’s fast-paced lifestyle presents women with a unique combination of physiological and external challenges. Constant stress, irregular eating habits, sleep deprivation, hormonal imbalances, environmental pollution, and age-related hormonal shifts all place a significant burden on a woman’s body. These effects often become more pronounced after age 30–35, when natural levels of estrogen and progesterone begin to decline. Metabolism slows, skin loses its vitality, and symptoms of PMS or perimenopause can intensify.

Among the nutrients with proven benefits for women’s health, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) stands out. GLA is a unique omega-6 fatty acid that acts as a natural modulator of inflammation and hormonal balance.

Greespi is a natural, non-oxidized source of GLA that retains all of its bioactive properties thanks to a freezing process. That makes it an ideal option for women seeking to support their health and energy in a natural way.

What Is Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)?

GLA (γ-linolenic acid) is a rare polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid. Unlike most omega-6 fats, which tend to promote inflammation, GLA actually has anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties.

GLA plays a key role in the production of PGE1-series prostaglandins, which:

• Reduce pain and swelling

• Help regulate hormonal balance

• Decrease insulin resistance

• Support the health of skin, hair, and mucous membranes

• Protect cells from premature aging

A Natural, Stable Source of GLA

GLA is found in nature only in small quantities. Traditionally, it’s extracted from evening primrose or borage seed oil. However, these sources have some drawbacks:

• They oxidize quickly during storage

• They often cause side effects like nausea or diarrhea

• They can trigger allergic reactions

Greespi offers a safe, hypoallergenic, and natural alternative. It is made from whole Arthrospira microalgae, cultivated in a clean, controlled environment using a closed bioreactor system. To preserve its full nutritional value, the microalgae are flash-frozen immediately after harvest.

-🔬 Studies show that GLA content in Arthrospira can reach 18–29% of total fat, making it one of the richest known natural dietary sources of GLA (Tokusoglu et al., 2003; Belay et al., 2008).

Thanks to deep-freeze technology, GLA in Greespi remains stable and active — unlike oil-based supplements in capsules, which are easily degraded by exposure to air and light.

GLA in Greespi: Targeted Support for Women’s Health

1. 🌸 Relief from PMS and Hormonal Shifts During Perimenopause

Symptoms like cramps, bloating, irritability, headaches, and mood swings are common during PMS. Prostaglandins derived from GLA help to:

• Relax uterine muscles

• Reduce fluid retention

• Stabilize mood

📚 In a clinical study (Budeiri et al., 1996), women who took GLA reported a significant reduction in PMS symptoms after three menstrual cycles.

During perimenopause and menopause, GLA can also help ease hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood fluctuations, sleep issues, and libido loss.

2. 🧴 Skin, Hair, and Nail Health

GLA strengthens cell membranes, improves moisture retention, supports collagen production, and promotes a natural glow.

• Helps relieve dryness, eczema, and atopic conditions

• Slows down wrinkle formation

• Reduces hair and nail brittleness

✅ Greespi acts as real skincare from the inside out.

3. 🔥 Joint Support and Inflammation Reduction

GLA helps block chronic “silent” inflammation, a root cause of joint pain, metabolic syndrome, and autoimmune disorders.

🧪 A study on women with rheumatoid arthritis (Leventhal et al., 1993) found that dietary GLA intake over six months reduced joint pain, morning stiffness, and inflammation.

🧪 A 2024 study (Journal of Functional Foods) reported that GLA from Arthrospira has greater anti-inflammatory activity than plant-based oils.

4. 💓 Cardiovascular Health

GLA helps:

• Improve lipid profiles by lowering triglycerides and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol

• Protect blood vessels from inflammation

• Reduce hypertension risk

• Enhance microcirculation — important for women with varicose veins or cold extremities

How GLA Works in Greespi: Science-Backed Benefits

Recent research shows that GLA’s biological activity depends on its molecular environment and synergy with other bioactive compounds. In Greespi, GLA is part of a natural biocomplex, which provides several advantages:

• GLA is “embedded” in the microalgae’s cells, protected from oxidation by natural antioxidants like phycocyanin and beta-carotene

• This structure improves absorption in the gut, meaning more GLA enters the bloodstream and gets to work

GLA works best in combination with B vitamins

For GLA to be converted into the anti-inflammatory substances the body needs, special enzymes are needed. And for their work, vitamins are needed, especially B6.

And they are already in Greespi, so:

• GLA is activated more quickly and efficiently

In vivo studies (Front. Nutr., 2024) showed that GLA in microalgae biocomplex form:

• Has 40% higher bioavailability than isolated forms

• Does not cause gastrointestinal side effects

✅ How to Use Greespi Daily

To get consistent support from GLA and other nutrients, include Greespi in your daily routine — for example, with breakfast or as a mid-day snack.

Suggested use:

• 1–2 servings per day to provide a natural source of GLA, protein, B vitamins, and antioxidants

• Best consumed in the morning to support metabolism and hormonal balance throughout the day

Simply defrost Greespi and add 100–150 ml of drinking water. It has a neutral taste and leaves you feeling light and refreshed.

Detailed instructions can be found here.

References:

1. PMS & Hormonal Health (Premenstrual Syndrome)
“Treatment with essential fatty acids, particularly gamma-linolenic acid, significantly reduced the severity of premenstrual syndrome symptoms in women over three cycles.”
— Budeiri, D. J., et al. (1996). Essential fatty acids and premenstrual syndrome: a double blind, randomized, placebo controlled trial. BJOG, 103(10), 928–933.

2. Skin Health & Atopic Dermatitis
“Gamma-linolenic acid has been shown to improve skin roughness, scaling, and transepidermal water loss, likely due to its role in epidermal barrier function.”
— Morse, N. L., & Clough, P. M. (2006). A meta-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials of evening primrose oil in atopic dermatitis. Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 17(2), 82–85.3є

3. GLA Content in Arthrospira
“Spirulina platensis lipid content contains up to 29% gamma-linolenic acid, making it one of the richest natural sources among microalgae.”
— Tokusoglu, Ö., & Ünal, M. K. (2003). Biomass nutrient profiles of three microalgae: Spirulina platensis, Chlorella vulgaris, and Isochrysis galbana. Journal of Food Science, 68(4), 1144–1148.

4. GLA in Menopausal Health
“Gamma-linolenic acid may help alleviate vasomotor symptoms in perimenopausal women and improve overall quality of life.”
— Farzaneh, F., et al. (2013). Gamma-linolenic acid for hot flashes: a randomized controlled trial. Menopause, 20(11), 1203–1209.

5. Bioavailability from Microalgal Matrix
“GLA incorporated into the natural matrix of microalgae shows higher bioavailability and oxidative stability compared to isolated GLA oil supplements.”
— Belay, A., et al. (2008). Current knowledge on potential health benefits of Spirulina. Journal of Applied Phycology, 20(5), 435–445.