Is Saw Palmetto A Prostatitis Cure?

26 August 2007 – 9:48 am

Saw Palmetto

Saw What?

Saw palmetto, it’s a small palm like tree which is native to the West Indies and North America.

The berries of the saw palmetto tree contain beneficial fatty acids and hormone like steroids.

Saw palmetto has anti-oestrogen functions.

So, Is Saw Palmetto A Prostatitis Cure?

No scientific research has been carried out to back up the claim that saw palmetto is a prostatitis cure.

But, saw palmetto has been used to reduce the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with good results and it has been used historically to treat prostatitis.

Saw palmetto contains compounds which help to reduce inflammation and swelling associated with prostate problems.

What Is The Dosage Of Saw Palmetto You Need To Take To Help With Your Prostatitis?

To help with your prostatitis try taking 320 mg of standardized saw palmetto per day.

It can take up to a month before you start to feel the benefits.

Are There Any Side Effects Of Taking Saw Palmetto?

As up to yet, there are no known side effects of taking saw palmetto.

But, as with all herbal medicine, consult with your doctor before taking saw palmetto supplements.

OK, Round Up Time…

  • Saw palmetto it’s a small palm like tree
  • Saw palmetto berries have anti-oestrogen functions and contain beneficial fatty acids and hormone like steroids
  • No scientific research has been carried out to back up the claim that saw palmetto is a prostatitis cure
  • Saw palmetto has historically been used by herbalist to treat prostatitis


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