Saw Palmetto is a shrub that grows in warm climates, close to the ocean. It is very popular in the treatment of prostate related conditions, because it has been shown to improve urinary tract health, as well as urinary flow, one of the main problems with an enlarged prostate. It has been shown to have great benefits for the prostate gland has also been used to treat chronic pelvic pain, bladder disorders, decreased sex drive, hair loss and hormone imbalance.
Saw palmetto is a compound that helps regulate levels of DHT, thus reducing the risk of prostate cancer and an enlarged prostate. DHT (dihydro-testosterone) is the result of testosterone combining with androgen, and is believed to play a role in the onset of BPH and prostate cancer. There are some theories that claim that a regular levels of DHT are the root cause of many prostate related. There have been studies in which saw Palmetto has been seen to have an effect after 30 to 45 days, and it has been shown to reduce prostatic volume in some cases.
In combination with other vital, herbal extracts, vitamins and minerals, saw palmetto can provide excellent support in maintaining prostate health, and can be very useful in the treatment of BPH, prostatitis and also help in reducing the risk of prostate cancer.