Herbs - Saw Palmetto - Ailments / Situations Where Used

This plant is used for debilitating and wasting conditions. It is used to increase weight and give strength to the body. It is a very well known treatment for prostatic enlargement and works directly on the enlarged gland to reduce inflammation, pain, and throb. Many trials have shown that the extract of the berries reduce prostate enlargement and allow urine to flow more freely, thus alleviating the urge for frequent, night-time, urination. For prostatitis, it works synergistically combined with hydrangea and horsetail.

The berries act as an antiseptic to the urinary tract and are used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, inflammation or catarrh of the urinary tract, painful urination, impotence, and frigidity. This plant has quite an effect on the endocrine glands, especially on the hormonal action of the male reproductive system and is used in an absence of sex drive. For women, the berries help develop pelvic organs and assist in bust development. The berries contain a fair amount of essential fatty acids and are a strong expectorant, helping to remove catarrh from the mucous membranes.

This herb also promotes glandular balance, particularly for thyroid disease.