Viridian Saw Palmetto Berry Extract (Serenoa Repens)
Historically, the American Indians used saw palmetto berries in the treatment of genitor-urinary tract and prostate disorders. It was also used to increase testicular function, relieve mucous membrane irritation, help mammary gland disorders and atrophy, and as a tonic to support the body nutritionally. Saw palmetto is also known for its effects on reducing congestive catarrhal conditions of the respiratory system. The saw palmetto berries contain an abundance of nutritional and pharmacological agents including; carotenoids, lipases, tannins, sugars, and fatty acids such as caprylic acid, palmitic acid, oleic acid, and beta-sitosterol.
Potential applications: Mild to moderate BPH, prostatitis, and urinary infections. Conditions of androgen excess e.g. PCOS, male pattern baldness. Respiratory congestion and irritation. Tones the male reproductive system. Studies suggest that saw palmetto is cytotoxic towards cancer cells within the prostate. Note: Saw Palmetto also has a history of use as an aphrodisiac.
Viridian Saw Palmetto Berry Extract capsules
Ingredients (one vegetarian capsule provides):
Standardised Saw Palmetto berry extract (45-50% free fatty acids and sterols) - 150mg
Organic Saw Palmetto berry powder - 132mg
In a base of alfalfa, spirulina & bilberry
Viridian Saw Palmetto Berry Extract - 90 Veg Caps - £20.95
30 caps - £8.70
PROSTATE SUPPORT - Saw Palmetto has been found to beneficial in cases of mild to moderate Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), a common disorder affecting 50-60 percent of men between 40 and 59 years of age. The positive effects attributed to saw palmetto are mainly due to its ability to inhibit 5-alpha reductase, this enzyme is responsible for the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Inhibitors of 5-alpha-reductase, such as the drug Proscar, block the conversion of T to DHT and have been found to reduce the size of the prostate and lead to an increase in peak urinary flow rate and a reduction in obstructive symptoms. A 2002 study from the Cochrane Database demonstrated that Serenoa repens produced similar improvement in urinary symptoms and flow compared to finasteride and is associated with fewer adverse treatment events. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia – is a slow, progressive enlargement of the fibro-muscular and epithelial structures within the prostate gland. Symptoms can be due to obstruction or irritation or both. Many factors are thought to be involved in the development of this condition including; sex hormones, growth factors, insulin, and prolactin. Irritation and associated spasm of smooth muscle tissue, inflammation and oedema may also contribute to the development of symptoms.
ANTI-SEPTIC - the volatile oil found in saw palmetto exerts a considerable anti-septic action on the urinary tract.
MALE PATTERN BALDNESS or ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA - is characterized by the structural miniaturization of androgen-sensitive hair follicles in susceptible individuals and is anatomically defined within a given pattern of the scalp. A recent controlled study examining the effects of saw palmetto on 5AR inhibition showed a highly positive response to treatment using saw palmetto.
ANTI-OESTROGENIC - Saw Palmetto may also be of benefit in conditions of androgen excess in women, such as hirsutism and polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS).
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY - Saw Palmetto would appear to reduce prostatic inflammatory processes by inhibiting the pro-inflammatory metabolites of arachidonic acid .
ANTI-CATARRHAL - historical use suggests that saw palmetto acts to reduce congestive catarrhal conditions of the respiratory system.
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