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This product may have the following benefits
(please
read this important notice concerning supplement medical claims)
May help symptoms of:
- Prostate enlargement
- Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)
- Cystitis in men, secondary to BPH
- Prostatitis
The prostate is a doughnut shaped gland
about the size of a chestnut and is part of the male reproductive
system. The gland surrounds the urethra which carries urine flow from
the bladder.
In older men, particularly those over
50, enlargement of the prostate may occur - a condition known as
benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). The cause of this enlargement is
an increased sensitivity of the prostatic cells to the levels of
testosterone circulating in the body.
BPH causes a disturbance to the flow of
urine resulting in frequent urination, particularly in the middle of
the night (a condition known as nocturia), poor or painful urine flow
and dribbling.
Prostatitis is a totally different
condition of the prostate. It is seen most frequently in younger men
and is the result of infection in the gland, usually by bacteria. The
anti-inflammatory action of Saw Palmetto and the anti-infective
properties of Echinacea have some value in this condition.
Mode of Action
- Inhibits hormone metabolism
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiseptic
The male testes secrete testosterone.
This is converted within the prostate by the enzyme 5-alpha reductase
to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
The enzyme 3-ketosteroid reductase
enhances the binding of DHT to androgen receptors in the gland,
causing the prostatic cells to enlarge. This in turn causes the whole
gland to increase in size (hypertrophy). This condition is known
common as 'an enlarged prostate' and referred to medically as BPH.
Saw Palmetto inhibits the enzyme
5-alpha reductase, which in turn reduces the amount of DHT produced.
It also inhibits the binding of this compound by 3-ketosteroid
reductase to the receptors.
The result of all this is to alleviate
congestion and inflammation in the prostate. This is done by
inhibiting the production of inflammatory substances and their
subsequent leakage through the capillaries into the surrounding
tissue, thereby relieving symptoms associated with BPH.
Saw Palmetto acts specifically on the
prostate gland and does not affect androgen activity in other organs
such as the testes.
Additional ingredients in Saw
Palmetto tincture:
Solidago virgaurea (Golden Rod)
is a diuretic with important anti-inflammatory and antiseptic action
which soothes urinary tract infections.
Echinacea purpurea (Purple Cone
Flower, common called Echinacea) has generalised immune stimulant,
anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which can help fight
any infection that may be present.
Populus tremulus (White Poplar
bark) is a herb with mild analgesic properties which relieves pain and
inflammation in urinary tract spasms and painful urination.
Saw Palmetto Complex is recommended for
reducing symptoms of BPH. Once the symptoms have subsided, Saw
Palmetto Complex can be continued at a reduced dose. (See yellow box
above.)
Any references, studies or testimonials on this website do not imply
that similar results will happen with your use of products referred to.
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a diagnosis for specific illnesses or conditions, nor as a product to
eliminate diseases or other medical conditions or complications. We make
no medical claims as to the benefits of any of the products to improve
medical conditions.
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medical advisor, particularly if you have an existing medical condition,
and that you do not take any products during pregnancy or breast-feeding
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