Saw Palmetto Extract
Scientific Name
Serenoa repens extractum
Classifications
Benefits
- Supports prostate health
- May help manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms
- Supports urinary tract function in men
- May help balance hormone levels
- Contains anti-inflammatory compounds
- Supports hair health, particularly in men
Specific Properties
- Higher concentration of bioactive compounds than whole berries
- Often standardized for fatty acid content
- More consistent potency than whole berries
- Most commonly used form in clinical research
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe when used as directed. May interact with hormone medications, blood thinners, and oral contraceptives. Can potentially affect PSA test results. May cause mild digestive upset in some individuals. Pregnant and nursing women should avoid use.
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About Saw Palmetto
A small palm native to the southeastern United States, whose berries are used to support prostate health, urinary function, and hormone balance
Back to Saw PalmettoForms of Saw Palmetto Extract
general concentrated extract standardized by concentration ratio
Fat-soluble extract of saw palmetto standardized for fatty acids and sterols
Premium saw palmetto extract made using supercritical carbon dioxide extraction
Water and alcohol extract of saw palmetto berries containing both water and fat-soluble compounds