Saw palmetto
Serenoa repens · Foundation
The classic prostate herb, which the best trials say does no better than placebo for urinary symptoms.
What the evidence says
Two large, well-run trials found no benefit over placebo for benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms; the hair-loss claim is weaker still.
What studies used
Trials commonly use 320 mg standardized extract per day.. Daily..
Reported from published studies and product labelling — a record of what was used in research, not a recommendation. What is right for you is a conversation with a clinician.
Watch out for
- Do not swap it for evaluation of urinary symptoms
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