May help treat asthma

Borage extract may aid with asthma symptoms by reducing swelling and inflammation in the airways, according to many studies. 37 persons with mild asthma who took daily capsules containing echium seed oil and borage oil for three weeks saw less irritation. Taking a supplement containing borage oil, combined with a combination of other substances including fish oil, vitamins, and minerals, reduced inflammation and the signs and symptoms of asthma, according to 12-week research conducted on 43 kids.

It's unclear, though, if the positive benefits shown in these trials were directly brought on by borage. On the other hand, a 38-person trial found that consuming 5 mL of borage extract three times per day reduced inflammation but improved asthma symptoms when compared to a control group. Therefore, additional investigation is required to determine how inflammation and asthma may be impacted by borage extract.