Kavita Singh Kavita Singh Asked 4 months ago

Does primrose oil cause weight gain?

I recently started taking primrose oil for my hormonal balance and skin health. I've been careful with my diet, but I'm wondering if primrose oil itself can cause weight gain.

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Anjali Gupta Anjali Gupta Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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Oh, I was also thinking of starting Evening Primrose Oil for my skin, but now I am worried if it will cause weight gain. I always overthink every small side effect of supplements! I read some people feel bloated on it, so maybe start with a low dose and ask your doctor first.

Manmohan Singh Manmohan Singh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I have to be very careful with any oils or supplements because of my diabetes and cholesterol. Primrose oil is rich in fatty acids, which is generally fine, but too many fats can slowly affect weight if diet isn't balanced. Make sure you discuss it with your diabetologist before taking it daily.

Priyanka Sen Priyanka Sen Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I panicked so much when I felt bloated after taking evening primrose oil in the first week. But honestly, it was just mild PMS bloating and it went away completely in a few days. My weight didn't change at all, so don't worry, it's very normal.

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Kritika Iyer Kritika Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

With PCOS, our bodies react very weirdly to any hormone-modulating supplements. I tried evening primrose oil and felt it caused a bit of water retention, but it might be different for you. It's best to be cautious and run it by your gynecologist first.

Rahul Joshi Rahul Joshi Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

To be honest, the only thing causing me weight gain is my midnight pantry raids, not a tiny capsule of primrose oil! It’s just an herbal supplement, guys, it doesn't have enough calories to make you gain weight unless you're eating tons of junk with it.

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Vasudevan Pillai Vasudevan Pillai Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Everyone on the internet has a different story about these herbal oils. Don't go by random forum posts. If you are taking it for hormonal balance, get your actual hormone levels checked by a proper doctor instead of self-treating with supplements.

Shruti Bajaj Shruti Bajaj Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Hey sweetie, don't stress too much about the weight gain rumors! Primrose oil actually helps many girls with PMS and skin glow. Just take it as suggested, keep drinking your water, and relax, it won't suddenly make you put on weight.

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