{"id":3469,"date":"2026-07-13T14:02:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T14:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/non-categorise\/huile-de-bourrache-et-prise-de-poids\/"},"modified":"2026-09-07T14:46:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T14:46:00","slug":"borage-oil-and-weight-gain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/","title":{"rendered":"Does borage oil really make you gain weight?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;3469&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Notez cet article !&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;16&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;L\\u0026#039;huile de bourrache fait-elle vraiment grossir ?&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this article!<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<article>\n<h2 style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #FF6600; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px; color: #000;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ce_que_vous_devez_savoir_sur_lhuile_de_bourrache_et_la_prise_de_poids\"><\/span>What You Need to Know About Borage Oil and Weight Gain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 1.8; margin: 15px 0; padding-left: 20px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #FF6600; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px; color: #000;\">\n<li>Borage oil does not cause weight gain: there is no proven causal link between its consumption and weight gain<\/li>\n<li>It contains 20-24% of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid with anti-inflammatory properties<\/li>\n<li>Temporary bloating at the start of the treatment is not fat, but water and air, which disappear within 1\u20132 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Choose an oil guaranteed to be free of pyrrolizidine alkaloids to prevent liver toxicity<\/li>\n<li>Combine the treatment with regular physical activity and take it with meals for optimal results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A client asked me this question last week: \u00abSt\u00e9phanie, does borage oil make you gain weight?\u00bb She had just started a <b>course of capsules<\/b> because of her premenstrual syndrome and was terrified of gaining weight. I'm going to be honest with you: <b>Borage oil and weight gain<\/b>, ...it's a topic rife with misconceptions, and it annoys me to see so much misinformation circulating.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Article summary<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Ce_que_vous_devez_savoir_sur_lhuile_de_bourrache_et_la_prise_de_poids\" >What You Need to Know About Borage Oil and Weight Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Pourquoi_lhuile_de_bourrache_a-t-elle_mauvaise_reputation_sur_la_prise_de_poids\" >Why does borage oil have a bad reputation when it comes to weight gain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Quels_sont_les_vrais_effets_de_lhuile_de_bourrache_sur_le_corps\" >What are the actual effects of borage oil on the body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Comment_bien_choisir_sa_cure_dhuile_de_bourrache\" >How to Choose the Right Borage Oil Treatment?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Les_criteres_pour_un_complement_alimentaire_de_qualite\" >Criteria for a High-Quality Dietary Supplement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Attention_aux_alcaloides_pyrrolizidiniques\" >Be careful with pyrrolizidine alkaloids<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Existe-t-il_des_effets_secondaires_a_connaitre_avant_de_demarrer_une_cure\" >Are there any side effects I should be aware of before starting a treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/borage-oil-and-weight-gain\/#Comment_integrer_lhuile_de_bourrache_dans_une_routine_minceur\" >How can you incorporate borage oil into a weight-loss routine?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>So let's get this straight right away: no, borage oil doesn't make you gain weight. It may even have an effect on your <b>fat metabolism<\/b> and limit the <b>water retention<\/b>, two factors that actually affect body shape. What often misleads people is the confusion between temporary bloating and actual fat gain.<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"background-color:#efefef; color:#000000; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"><p>\n\ud83d\udca1 Borage oil, extracted from the plant <b>Borago officinalis<\/b>, is one of the plant sources richest in <b>gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)<\/b>, an omega-6 fatty acid with recognized anti-inflammatory properties.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pourquoi_lhuile_de_bourrache_a-t-elle_mauvaise_reputation_sur_la_prise_de_poids\"><\/span>Why does borage oil have a bad reputation when it comes to weight gain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huile-bourrache-prise-poids-grossir-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Borage Oil and Weight Gain\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:10px; margin:20px 0;\"><\/p>\n<p>This reputation stems mainly from the <b>bloating and digestive problems<\/b> that some people experience at the beginning of a weight-loss program. The belly swells, the scale goes up by a few hundred grams, and suddenly, everyone\u2019s up in arms! Except that it\u2019s absolutely not fat\u2014it\u2019s water and air.<\/p>\n<p>This is a temporary phenomenon. It usually goes away after one to two weeks, as your body adjusts to the intake of <b>omega-6<\/b>. My little coaching secret: always start with a small amount; your digestive system will thank you.<\/p>\n<p>Another point that adds to the confusion: borage oil is often compared to\u2019<b>evening primrose oil<\/b>. Both contain AGL, but borage contains nearly twice as much! As a result, its effects are more pronounced\u2014for better or for worse\u2014if the recommended dosage is not followed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quels_sont_les_vrais_effets_de_lhuile_de_bourrache_sur_le_corps\"><\/span>What are the actual effects of borage oil on the body?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let's get down to business. Borage oil primarily acts on the\u2019<b>hormonal balance<\/b>, which explains its popularity among women during <b>menopause<\/b> or experiencing premenstrual syndrome. It also helps reduce the\u2019<b>chronic inflammation<\/b>, a mechanism that indirectly promotes weight gain over the long term.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reduction in <b>joint pain<\/b> related to inflammation<\/li>\n<li>Improved skin and nail health<\/li>\n<li>Support for Female Hormonal Balance<\/li>\n<li>Soothing effect on premenstrual syndrome symptoms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A <b>chronic inflammation<\/b> If not managed properly, it can completely throw your metabolism out of whack. Less inflammation often means your body burns fat more efficiently. That\u2019s why some of my clients notice a slimmer figure after several weeks of treatment\u2014without changing their diet!<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"background-color:#efefef; color:#000000; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"><p>\n\ud83d\udc4d According to data compiled by ANSES on supplements containing essential fatty acids, no direct link has been established between the consumption of borage oil and significant weight gain.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huile-bourrache-grossissement-poids-effets-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Effects of Borage Oil on Weight\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:10px; margin:20px 0;\"><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comment_bien_choisir_sa_cure_dhuile_de_bourrache\"><\/span>How to Choose the Right Borage Oil Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The right dosage makes all the difference in the results you get. Most brands, such as Nutripure and Vit\u2019all+, offer capsules with a daily dosage ranging from 500 to 1,000 mg. Always follow the manufacturer\u2019s instructions, and never exceed the recommended dose without consulting a doctor.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Les_criteres_pour_un_complement_alimentaire_de_qualite\"><\/span>Criteria for a High-Quality Dietary Supplement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Check the AGL content before making a purchase. A good <b>borage oil<\/b> It typically contains between 20 and 24% of gamma-linolenic acid. It is this concentration that ensures true effectiveness, not just the price listed on the label.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Criteria<\/th>\n<th>What to Check<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>AGL Content<\/td>\n<td>Between 20% and 24% minimum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Extraction<\/td>\n<td>First cold press<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Origin of the seeds<\/td>\n<td>Borago officinalis, certified organic if possible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Absence of alkaloids<\/td>\n<td>Label: \u00abFree of pyrrolizidine alkaloids\u00bb<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attention_aux_alcaloides_pyrrolizidiniques\"><\/span>Be careful with pyrrolizidine alkaloids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here's something that too few sellers mention, and it really bugs me. Some raw borage oils contain <b>pyrrolizidine alkaloids<\/b>, substances that may be toxic to the liver. Always choose a brand that guarantees these substances are removed during the refining process, without exception.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/huile-bourrache-vraiment-grossir-poids-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Composition of borage oil\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:10px; margin:20px 0;\"><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Existe-t-il_des_effets_secondaires_a_connaitre_avant_de_demarrer_une_cure\"><\/span>Are there any side effects I should be aware of before starting a treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin:32px 0;\">\n  <iframe\n    width=\"100%\"\n    height=\"400\"\n    src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B7qgKx_lX7o\"\n    frameborder=\"0\"\n    allowfullscreen\n loading=\"lazy\"\n    style=\"border-radius:10px; max-width:100%;\"><br \/>\n  <\/iframe><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Side effects of borage oil? They\u2019re rare and generally mild\u2014so rest assured. The most common ones are mild headaches or temporary digestive issues at the start of treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Consult a doctor if you are taking blood thinners. Borage oil may interact with these medications because of its effect on blood viscosity. Also, avoid self-medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding\u2014this is a non-negotiable rule.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mild headaches at the start of treatment<\/li>\n<li>Temporary digestive problems<\/li>\n<li>Possible interaction with anticoagulants<\/li>\n<li>Not recommended during pregnancy and while breastfeeding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote style=\"background-color:#efefef; color:#000000; border-radius:10px; padding:16px;\"><p>\n\u2705 According to a survey conducted by 60 Millions de Consommateurs on dietary supplements, fewer than 3% of borage oil users reported a notable adverse effect.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comment_integrer_lhuile_de_bourrache_dans_une_routine_minceur\"><\/span>How can you incorporate borage oil into a weight-loss routine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve sorted out the myths from reality, let\u2019s move on to practical steps. I advise my clients to combine their treatment with regular physical activity, such as kickboxing or strength training at home. Borage oil alone will never work miracles\u2014it\u2019s a complement, not a replacement!<\/p>\n<p>Take your capsules with meals, never on an empty stomach. This greatly reduces the <b>bloating and digestive problems<\/b> mentioned above. Spread out your intake over at least 3 months to feel a real effect on the\u2019<b>hormonal balance<\/b> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/proteochoc-effets-secondaires\/\">joint pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To put it simply: the\u2019<b>Borage oil and weight gain<\/b> have no proven causal relationship. Choose a dietary supplement with the right dosage and no pyrrolizidine alkaloids, take it with meals, and combine it with regular exercise. Start your regimen now\u2014your body will thank you!<\/p>\n<\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ce que vous devez savoir sur l&rsquo;huile de bourrache et la prise de poids L&rsquo;huile de bourrache ne fait pas grossir : aucun lien de cause \u00e0 effet prouv\u00e9 avec la prise de poids Elle contient 20-24% d&rsquo;acide gamma-linol\u00e9nique (AGL), un om\u00e9ga-6 aux propri\u00e9t\u00e9s anti-inflammatoires Les ballonnements passagers en d\u00e9but de cure ne sont pas [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3466,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3469","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sante"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3469","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3469"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3469\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3466"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3469"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3469"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3469"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}