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ALFALFA
(mendicago sativa)
BILBERRY (Vaccinium
myrtillus)
CAT’S CLAW (Uncaria
tomentosa)
CAYENNE PEPPER (Capsicum
annuum)
CHAMOMILE
(anthemis nobilis)
DANDELION (Taraxacum
officinale)
DON QUAI
(Angelica sinensis)
ECHINACEA (Echinacea
purpurea,
Echinacea angustifolia)
GARLIC
(allium sativum)
GINSENG
(panax ginseng)
SAW PALMETTO
(Serenoa repens)
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SAW PALMETTO
(Serenoa repens) |
Saw Palmetto is a
small palm tree with large leaves and deep red-black berries native to
North America. It is widely used in
Europe,
Canada, and now the
U.S. for nutritionally
supporting the prostate and urinary tract. It has also been marketed
as an aphrodisiac for both men and women.
Possible benefits and uses:
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Effective in reducing prostate enlargement and inflammation
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Beneficial in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
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Acts
as a diuretic and improves urinary flow
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Acts
as a urinary antiseptic
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May
enhance sexual function and desire
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Can be
used in the treatment of impotence
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Used
to treat infertility and painful periods
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May
aid those suffering from thyroid deficiency.
Contraindications:
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Because of its potential hormonal effects, pregnant and lactating
women, and children should not use it
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High
doses can cause diarrhea
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