Evening primrose oil

[Flowerpot108]

Hello lovely people.

I've just come off the pill as I am newly single and my friend said that was probably going to get my hormones all out of whack and bring on acne (or at least that was what happened to her). She swears by evening primrose oil which she said sorted it out.

I was quite nervous about the effect of coming off the pill on my hormones and therefore thyroid, but thought it was probably a good thing to do in the long term (Dr. Wentz certainly seems to think so as noted in her book 'Hashimoto's Protocol', so I've started taking it in the hopes that not only does it avoid a big acne break out but also that it helps balance out all my hormones (long shot).

However, I thought maybe I should check in with you guys and see if anyone's found it to be harmful? I'm taking the one Waitrose do:

waitrose.com/ecom/products/...

I have been absolutely knackered since the weekend but I think that's been brought on by the stress of the break up 😅.

I never know whether to get tested when this happens to see if its had a lasting effect that requires more levo, or if I can just ride it out and feel better (the cheaper option that paying for tests)...what do you guys do?

[Jodypody]

Wise to come off the pill I always struggled with it. Evening Primrose is perfectly safe. The stress of a break up is always going to take its toll. Be kind to yourself and give it a few weeks to adjust. I never had acne breakouts coming off the pill.

[PixieElv]

Evening Primrose is great! It helps me no end with sore boobs and other hormones. I would try and ride it out at least for 4-6 weeks and then see how you feel.

Best wishes

[Flowerpot108 in reply to PixieElv]

Thanks!

[Dottie44]

I use EPO for hot flashes due to menopause. It has been a godsend. I take it at night with magesuim and sleep like a baby. (Not that you can relate to this yet! )

[Flowerpot108 in reply to Dottie44]

Hahaha no but it's good to know it helps! I take magnesium as well 😁