From Ian Mackay
Maldon, Essex
As a result of work in gene transfer from borage plants to tobacco, we learn
that commercially viable levels of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) in seed oil crops
are probably one to two years away (Technology, 8 June p 21).
But there is no need to wait if you want to increase your intake of GLA.
Borage has successfully been cultivated as a source of GLA in Britain and
elsewhere for at least eight years. You can buy the encapsulated oil from a
number of reputable chemists and health food shops.
