Saw Palmetto

Saw Palmetto Extract (Serenoa repens)

This extract is prepared in 60% alcohol to capture the full spectrum of naturally occurring fatty acids, phytosterols, and flavonoids present in the berry.

Traditional Herbal Use

Men’s Hormonal & Urinary Wellness

Saw Palmetto has a long and well-documented history of traditional use in Western herbal medicine to support men’s hormonal health and urinary tract comfort. It is one of the most commonly used herbs in herbal practice for supporting prostate and urinary wellness in men, particularly as they age. It is traditionally used to support healthy urinary flow and comfort.

Women’s Hormonal Wellness

Saw Palmetto is also used in traditional herbal practice to support women’s hormonal balance, particularly in the context of androgen-related concerns. It is a common inclusion in herbal formulas for women’s hormonal wellness.

Hair & Scalp Wellness

Saw Palmetto is widely used in herbal practice to support scalp and hair health, particularly in the context of hormonal hair wellness. It is a common ingredient in both internal and topical herbal preparations for this purpose.

How to Use

Take 20–30 drops under the tongue or in a little juice or water, up to 2–3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking warfarin, aspirin, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, or hormone therapies. Surgery patients should discontinue use at least 2 weeks prior to any scheduled procedure due to potential effects on bleeding. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without practitioner guidance.

Ingredients

Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) berry extract, 60% alcohol.

Stack This With

• L-OptiZinc — zinc supports hormonal and reproductive wellness
• Nettle Root Extract — traditionally paired with Saw Palmetto for men’s wellness
• Gumpii Extract — foundational botanical base

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Naturally Occurring Compounds

• Fatty acids — including lauric, oleic, and myristic acid; the primary active constituents
• Phytosterols — including beta-sitosterol
• Flavonoids — contributing to the herb’s broad phytochemical profile
• Polysaccharides — naturally present in the berry

Content provided for informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Consult your healthcare practitioner.