Botanical name: Serenoa repens
Other name: shrub palmetto, juzhong, and palmier nain
Saw palmetto extract is derived from the fruit of the saw palmetto plant and is promoted as a dietary supplement potentially beneficial for benign prostatic hyperplasia. However, it’s important to note that there is currently no clinical evidence supporting its effectiveness for this purpose.
Medicinal Uses:
- May prevent hair loss
- May improve urinary tract function
- May support prostate health
- May decrease inflammation
- May help regulate testosterone levels
