"I’ve noticed a significant change in my hair growth on my face and a big change in my hair too!"
Enise D, Verified buyerSaw Palmetto Extract
- Small, easy-to-swallow capsules providing 150mg of saw palmetto per serving
- May potentially increase hair density and reduce hair loss in women*
- May help to regulate hormones, particularly testosterone*
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- Small, easy-to-swallow capsules providing 150mg of saw palmetto per serving.
- May help block the conversion of testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone) - the more potent form of testosterone*
- May be beneficial for addressing hormone imbalance in women with PCOS*
Saw Palmetto contains fatty acids, especially lauric acid, myristic acid, and oleic acid, which inhibit 5-alpha-reductase, a key enzyme in the conversion of testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT is the more potent form of testosterone and is linked to symptoms such as hair loss, hair growth and acne - all common in women with PCOS*.
Ingredients (per serve): Saw Palmetto (150mg) - from 3000mg 20:1 extract.
Other ingredients: Silica, dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose & magnesium stearate.
Saw Palmetto may:
- Potentially increase hair density and reduce hair loss in women*
- Contribute to hormonal balance, beneficial in women with PCOS*
- Regulate testosterone levels, tied to symptoms such as hair loss, hair growth & acne*
- Stimulate appetite and increase metabolism*
- Safe whilst TTC
- NOT Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
- Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly
Warning: Saw Palmetto should not be taken with estrogen-based birth control.
Product & FDA Disclaimer
*FDA regulations strictly prohibit the use of therapeutic or medical claims in conjunction with the sale of any product not approved by the FDA. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
*The information and products presented on this website are not intended as a substitute for the advice or medical care of a qualified physician. No action should be taken solely on its content. You should not use the information on this web site for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication or other treatment.
*Dietary supplements supplied by Health & Balance Vitamins Pty Ltd should always be consumed as part of a holistic plan that incorporates nutrition, exercise, stress management and quality sleep. We do not recommend using this product in the absence of the aforementioned lifestyle factors.
*This product is a dietary supplement.
References
Dhariwala, M. Y., & Ravikumar, P. (2019). An overview of herbal alternatives in androgenetic alopecia. Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 18(4), 966-975.
Shneeman, B. O., Azarnoff, D. L., Christiansen, C. L., Clark, A. M., Farnsworth, N. R., Gansler, T., ... & Ward, J. M. (2005). Dietary supplements: a framework for evaluating safety. Review of Liver-Related Risks for Chaparral.
Murugusundram, S. (2009). Serenoa repens: does it have any role in the management of androgenetic alopecia?. Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery, 2(1), 31.
Can Saw Palmetto be taken with birth control?
No, Saw Palmetto can interfere with the effects of birth control.
Take 1 capsule per day, ideally in the mornings.
