Description
What is saw palmetto?Saw palmetto is a species of palm tree with characteristic serrations on the leaves like the teeth of a saw.The berries of the saw palmetto tree contain a series of fatty substances that have been shown to have a balancing effect on the male hormones (androgens) — making it useful for a wide range of hormone-related issues including hair loss, fatigue, low libido, immune dysfunctions, and prostate issues.How does saw palmetto work? Saw palmetto works on an enzyme known as 5-alpha-reductase; which is responsible for converting free testosterone to 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone.5-Alpha-dihydrotestosterone is roughly 5 times as potent as testosterone and is thought to be one of the main causes of age-related hormone dysfunctions in both men and women.Additionally, saw palmetto extracts are high in antioxidant compounds — helping to protect the body from environmental toxin exposure.What are the benefits of saw palmetto?- Supports prostate health.