Saw palmetto

Saw palmetto is a small palm tree native to the West Indies and the Atlantic coast of the United States. The berries of this plant are used for medicinal purposes. These berries contain about 1.5% oil made of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids and sterols. For centuries the American Indians used saw palmetto berries in the treatment of genitourinary tract problems and as a tonic to support the body nutritionally.

Effective for:

• Benign prostrate enlargement 
• Disorders of the mammary gland 
• Mild aphrodisiac 
• Relieve irritation in the genitourinary tract 

Supplements:
For therapeutic purpose it is essential that fat-soluble saw palmetto extract standardized to contain 85-95% fatty acids and sterols be used.

Recommended Dose:
160 mg twice daily

Side effects and precautions:
Saw palmetto extract is completely safe with no significant side effects.