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This
hair loss article provides
general information
on saw palmetto berries.
We begin by giving a brief
explanation of what saw palmetto
berries are, their origin, side
effects, why they are so beneficial
against health related illness or
conditions including hair loss, and
Thanks to its many herbal values, it
is a natural medicine very popular
and widely used by many individuals.
Without long-term proven side
effects, saw palmetto has been rated
highly among dietary supporters.
Origins of Saw Palmetto Berries
Saw palmetto berries (Serenoa repens)
are about the size of olives and
they come from a dwarf palm plant
with thorns in stems. Such plants
are grown in warmer climates such as
Texas, Mississippi, Georgia, and
South Carolina; but it is mainly on
Florida coastal areas where the
largest producers are found. By late
spring and summer these palm plants
blossom white flowers and the
berries are formed. These berries
contain fatty acids (lauric, oleic,
myristic, and palmitic acids).
Within the plant sterols and
polysaccharides are also obtainable.
After a few months berries dry up
and are then pick up (dark blue
color when ripe) for herbal and
medicinal uses. Then, saw palmetto
extract is made from saw palmetto
berries.
Side and Long-Term Effects of Saw
Palmetto
A few minor side effects were
disclosed in the medical and
scientific fields. They were
diarrhea, mild headaches and nausea,
rash, fatigue, insomnia, stomach
discomfort, loss of sexual desire,
and sore or tender breasts. In the
regards of long-term effects, none
were noted due to misinformation, or
lack of proper documentation
directly relating to saw palmetto
usage. It is wise to consult
professional medical advice before
taking any herbal supplement and
more importantly if any unusual
symptoms occur.
Saw Palmetto in Health Treatments
About a century ago such saw
palmetto was entered into US country
for treating BPH, which stands for
Benign Prostate Hyperplasia,
commonly known as prostate glad
enlargement. Comparing the benefits
from saw palmetto berries and those
of prescribed drug finasteride to
reduce acceleration of BPH, berries
achieved results (relief of
symptoms) in less time.
Among other uses to improve health,
saw palmetto is included in
treatments for reducing dark facial
hair, detoxification and preventing
acne and skin care conditions,
decreasing joint inflammation,
diminishing muscle spasm, balancing
hormones, helping with weight loss
and digestion, inciting immune
system, increasing libido, lowering
polycystic ovarian diseases in
women, and most notable for
increasing urine flow in adult
males. Native Americans used the
berries to get better digestive
tracts and to help with urinary
problems in men aside from regular
food intake.
Saw Palmetto and Hair Loss
Saw palmetto has been related to
helping with male baldness for some
time now. Following, we will provide
you with a brief explanation.
As one of its health treatment
advantages, this herbal supplement
aids balancing hormones in general,
but looking further more into detail
saw palmetto extract lowers levels
of DHT (DiHydroTestosterone) hormone
in males. After men leaves behind
puberty phase, this strong hormone
is activated. If it is found in
greater amounts in body, hair
follicles start becoming smaller,
and as a result hair decreases in
size, strength, and begins shedding,
hence hair loss happens.
Acquiring Saw Palmetto
Saw Palmetto comes in many varieties
for purchasing. From dried berries,
tablets, teas, capsules, to
extracts, its label will indicate
the content standardization and
inclusion of fatty acids as well as
sterols presence in the product.
Because of the many benefits saw
palmetto contributes in the health
industry, it is a supplement that
could be found widely at many local
health food stores.
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