A small palm tree native to the southeastern United States. The berries of the tree have proved to be the beneficial part of the tree. The active ingredients in saw palmetto are fatty acids and sterols, and many adult men have relied on saw palmetto for years to support normal prostate health.
Known to help inhibit hair growth in women.
The dwarf palm plant indigenous to Florida that is the source of Serenoa repens and its lipid extract (lipido-sterol extract of Serenoa repens or LSESr).
To Strengthen the Prostrate Gland; This herbs effectiveness is scientifically documented and is used to tone and strengthen the prostrate gland. Its fatty acids and sterols have been clinically tested and can safely enhance the health and healing of the prostrate. It is also used to treat coughs from colds as well as bronchitis. It may be beneficial to both sexes to balance the hormones. Studies show Saw Palmetto can alleviate prostrate enlargement, while supporting prostrate healing and repair.
An herb that has been found helpful by some women with PCOS in treatment of thinning hair and reducing excess hair growth. It has made even more news as a preventive treatment for prostate health.
Saw palmetto is derived from a small palm tree. The active constituents in saw palmetto have been found to inhibit the conversion of testosterone into a DHT or dihydrotestosterone. It has anti-estrogenic effect.
The botanical name for Saw Palmetto is Serenoa Repens. The plant is also known as Sabal or Permixon in some countries. Saw Palmetto has been used to treat an enlarged prostate in the same way as Proscar and some companies are using it in formulations to treat Androgenetic Alopecia. It is has been studied for the prostate but not for hair loss.
It is useful for diseases of the reproductive glands. It also is recommended for wasting disease because it effects glandular tissue.The crushed root was used by Native Americans for sore breasts, and has been said to increase the size of small breasts. Saw plametto is used to soothe mucous membranes of the throat and nose, and is considered a tonic for chronic bronchitis and lung asthma. This herb contains vitamin A.
Serenoa repens) A small palm native to the southeast U.S. recognized most for treating Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy in men. Recent research has shown saw palmetto to reverse hirsutism in females. The exact mechanism of action is unknown, although it may inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which converts testosterone to its more potent relative, dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Primarily used as a remedy to various urinary and respiratory problems, the studies out now have concluded that it effectively treats prostate cancer and may even help restore hair.
As A Treatment"...It is one of the most well-known and time-honoured herbs for prostate problems and it also has a long history as a tonic to help increase male potency, calm the nervous system, aid digestion and build connective tissue..."
Tree growing in warm climates (south-east U.S., Florida), with a single stem topped with a cluster of large palm leaves and clusters of flowers. Its fruit is an olive-sized berry used for its therapeutic properties. Back
natural product used to treat benign prostate hyperplasia; inhibits conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone and blocks the binding of dihydrotestosterone to sites on prostate epithelial cells.
Herb shown to have protective properties for the liver. It is also shown that Saw Palmetto reduces the size of epithelial tissue in the prostate, especially in the transitional zone.
contains phytosterols that can inhibit the conversion of testosterone to dyhydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT may be a cause of enlargment of the prostate gland, and may be related to hair loss. Useful to men taking androstenedione or DHEA.
Renowned for its potential benefits in treating disorders and maintaining a healthy prostate. It is thought to also help enhance sexual function. BACK
a herb shown to have protective properties for the liver. Saw Palmetto can reduce the size of epithelial tissue in the prostate, especially in the transitional zone.
small hardy clump-forming spiny palm of southern United States, helps support prostate function.
Has two distinct actions. Saw palmetto may block the enzyme responsible for the formation of DHT or dihydrotestosterone, which can contribute to the possible negative side effects of the Prohormones. Saw Palmetto may also be anti-estrogenic. This means it may have the ability to decrease estrogen absorption, which can be elevated from increased testosterone levels.
an herbal extract from the berries of the saw palmetto tree that is sometimes used for BPH. It is not a proven treatment for prostate cancer.
A natural herb that has been shown to be an effective antiandrogen
In addition to helping free up bound testosterone, saw palmetto helps inhibit the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme, which is instrumental in the growth of prostate tissue, it exerts an anti-inflammatory effect on prostate tissue.
Serenoa repens is the medical name for the herb saw palmetto. Extracts of Saw Palmetto have been studied for their ability to inhibit the enzymes 5-alpha reductase and 3-ketosteroid reductase. These enzymes are responsible for the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Read more...
A hardy fan palm that can grow in clumps of 6 metres or more in diameter, the saw palmetto is found on sites ranging from seaside sand dunes and dry scrub to pinelands, hammocks, moist forests and wetlands.
Saw Palmetto is a Natural Herb That has been shown to be an effectiveantiandrogen.
Has a diverse use, detoxifying the reproductive system, moving phlegm out of the body, and adding strength or yang energy. It is considered an aphrodisiac. It treats wasting diseases (such as diabetes), impotence, frigidity, dysmenorrhea, sexual neurasthenia, and prostate problems. Saw Palmetto is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an enlargement of the prostate gland that affects about half of all men older than fifty. BPH is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland. If the prostate grows in mature men, it pinches the urethra, or urine tube, and problems begin, including painful urination and frequent nighttime trips to the bathroom. The average male over age 50 may suffer from a variety of reproductive ailments, such as prostate problems, low back pain, and diminishing sexual vitality-this herb can help in alleviating some, if not all, of these symptoms. It helps the body build muscles, and is good for colds, asthma, bronchitis and catarrh due to hypo functioning and coldness in the body.
This herb has immunostimulant and expectorant properties, is a mucous membrane tonic, and has been proven as effective as conventional medications in treatment of enlarged prostate.
Saw Palmetto, Serenoa repens, is the sole species currently classified in the genus Serenoa. It has been known by a number of synonyms, including Sabal serrulatum, under which name it still often appears in alternative medicine. It is a small palm, normally reaching a height of around 2-4 m.