Saw Palmetto Berry Liposterolic Extract

Men's health & prostate

Function & benefits

Rich in free fatty acids and phytosterols that inhibit 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT; it is used to support normal urine flow in older men, but a 2012 Cochrane review found no clear difference from placebo for urinary symptoms.

Dosage & how to use

Recommended dose	160–320 mg standardized liposterolic extract (85–95% fatty acids)
Best time to take	With a meal that contains fat
Frequency	Once daily or in split doses

Best forms to choose

Softgels with the standardized liposterolic extract (85–95% fatty acids) made by supercritical CO2 extraction, rather than capsules of dried berry powder.

Important warnings

It does not replace regular medical prostate check-ups to rule out serious conditions

May cause mild digestive upset or, rarely, dizziness; take it with food

For adult men only

Drug interactions

It may interfere with hormonal medicines and prostate drugs (such as finasteride and dutasteride). It may slightly prolong bleeding time, so take care with blood thinners.

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Scientific references

European Medicines Agency (EMA): Community herbal monograph on Serenoa repens (W. Bartram) Small, fructus
Tacklind J et al. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2012 — PMID: 23235581

📚 Published sources and research: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) • National Institutes of Health (NIH - ODS) • PubMed / Cochrane databases

Content last updated: 17 October 2026 · Based on published sources and research (EFSA / NIH / PubMed)

⚖️ Medical disclaimer: The information and data provided here are for health education and nutritional guidance only. They are not a medical diagnosis and never replace a direct consultation with your doctor or pharmacist. Always consult your doctor before starting any supplement, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding or when taking long-term medication.