The partially dried berries of Serenoa repens, rich in fatty acids and phytosterols. Saw palmetto inhibits 5-alpha-reductase (the enzyme converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone / DHT) and blocks DHT binding to androgen receptors, relieving BPH urinary symptoms and supporting hair follicle preservation.
Educational information only — never stop or change a prescribed medication without talking to your prescriber first.
Take with food to avoid mild gastrointestinal upset. Prostate conditions must always be evaluated by a physician to rule out prostate cancer prior to self-treating. May interact with hormonal therapies.
Evidence level: Strong
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