Description

Saw Palmetto Extract Indications and Usage The fruits of saw palmetto have been shown in vitro to inhibit *-alpha-reductase and aromatase, which has significant implications in the prostate enlargement. *-alpha-reductase is responsible for converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), signalling prostate gland to produce more testosterone by growing larger. Besides the prevention of BPH, saw palmetto shows efficacy in erection and improvement of sexual function. Inhibitory effect of saw palmetto on *-alpha-reductase also suggests that saw palmetto could be helpful to ward off hair loss, since DHT influences the hair follicle cells to degenerate. German Commission E approved the internal use of saw palmetto fruit for urination problem associated with benigh prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) in early stages (I and II) to deter the progression of prostate enlargement. Additional studies are required for the saw palmetto&#**9;s ability to reduce the enlarged prostate, although some recent researches suggest that saw palmetto may reduce the enlargement. Dose: preparations from **2 grams of cut fruit per day, or **0 mg of standardized extract (4:1) twice a day. No side effect is known except rare occurence of stomach problems. Package *5kg/drum, double layers plastic bags inside. Storage Situation Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container. Keep away from moisture and strong light/heat.