- Arecaceae
- Berry
- Southeastern United States
- Whole dried berries
Saw Palmetto
Serenoa repens
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Saw palmetto is a small palm from the south-eastern United States. Its ripe fruits are used in herbal products.
What's in it
Fatty acids are natural fat components in the fruit. Plant sterols are fat-like substances found in many plant foods.
Fatty acids
Lauric, oleic, myristic and palmitic. Around ninety per cent of the extract.
Phytosterols
Including beta-sitosterol.
Flavonoids
Present in the berry in small amounts.
Polysaccharides
In the fruit flesh, largely irrelevant to the standard extract.
How it works
Men’s tradition: Saw palmetto is associated with prostate and urinary wellbeing in herbal practice. Body context: The prostate sits below the bladder and surrounds part of the tube that carries urine. This relationship explains why the two areas are discussed together in its traditional use.
In the tradition
A North American palm with a longstanding regional history.
Its leaf stalks have small saw-like teeth.
- 1Simmer 1–2 tsp dried saw palmetto berries in 500ml water for 15–20 mins.
- 2Drink 1 cup daily.
- 3Oily and slightly soapy in flavour. The fat-soluble constituents extract better in a capsule or oil-based preparation than in water.
- Urinary symptoms need assessment.
- Check medicines, upcoming surgery and hormone-related treatment; avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding use.
A food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet. Speak to your doctor before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Common questions
How do I prepare saw palmetto?
Saw Palmetto is simmered as a decoction rather than steeped. Simmer 1–2 tsp dried saw palmetto berries in 500ml water for 15–20 mins. Full directions are in the How to use panel above. See also: Infusion vs decoction.
What is saw palmetto?
Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) belongs to the Arecaceae family; the berry is used. Origin: Southeastern United States. A palm berry traditionally associated with men’s urinary wellbeing.
How should I store dried saw palmetto?
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Dried herbs are at their best for around a year.
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