Studies reported that Serenoa repens was effective in relieving lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)
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relaxes muscles in the bladder neck making it easier, for some, to
Saw palmetto decreased 65% of biomarkers for chronic prostate inflammation, compared to Flomax which only decreased the biomarkers by 46%
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However, medical professionals still question the efficacy and durability of this extract
Benign enlargement of the prostate is a problem that can occur in men as they get older
Saw palmetto is thought to inhibit 5-alpha reductase to some extent
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Determination of the potency of a novel saw palmetto supercritical CO 2 extract (SPSE) for 5α-reductase isoform II inhibition using a cell-free in vitro test system
In the early 1900s, men used the berries to treat urinary tract problems, and even to increase sperm production and boost libido
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