Saw Palmetto And Associated Benefits

At the rate it's going, Saw Palmetto will soon be known as the "Robert DeNiro of supplements." It can play almost any role

. This exciting herb, quickly becoming a treasure in the field of health, is proving itself as a multi-talented commodity; a tonic that can act in a number of different ways.

Saw Palmetto's range is astounding. Primarily used as a remedy to various urinary and respiratory problems, the studies out now have concluded that it effectively treats prostate cancer and may even help restore hair. Prostate cancer and benign prostate enlargement, of course, has rapidly become the most common form of cancer dooming the male population, inflicting around 20,000 men every year. Once considered the leading treatment for fighting prostate cancer, RX drugs recently found themselves placing second to Saw Palmetto in a recent study conducted by researchers.

Today, many studies are being conducted on saw palmetto to test some of the common claims. It is commonly used to tone the male reproductive system and boost the production in reproductive hormones in men. It has also been used by females with fertility issues and reproductive organ problems. It is still being used to treat many urinary tract disorders. In some cases it has been shown to aid thyroid function and as an herbal remedy for asthma, bronchitis and other bronchial and throat problems, especially those related to excess mucous secretions. As you can see, Saw Palmetto is a true "jack of all trades." It even works as a sexual aphrodisiac for many.

However, the newest function of the aphrodisiac is that it acts as an adversary to hair loss. Saw Palmetto, which works most effectively in this role when coupled with Propecia, minimizes DHT, the hormone that triggers balding in men. The most common use for Saw Palmetto is to regulate urination conditions. Aside from its functions of increasing urinary flow while decreasing the frequency, it is beneficial to various urinary disorders and discomfort in the urinary trac. For men who are bouncing out of bed at all hours of the night for frequent visits to the bathroom, Saw Palmetto may insure you a better night of sleep.

Saw Palmetto consists of flavonoids and polysaccharides, compounds that provide many of the positive effects aforementioned. The herb is available in many forms, including capsules, softgels, standardized extracts, as well as liquids like tea. Dosages will vary based on the product you use, and application, but the standard amount for an enlarged prostate is said to be about 160mg twice daily, or adversely, 320mg once per day. This dosage is probably sufficient for general Saw Palmetto supplementation as well.

by: Paul Guenther

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