Question 1

will saw palmetto raise blood pressue?

Accepted Answer

No: This herb doesn't appear to have any reproducible positive or negative effect on blood pressure.

Question 2

what does saw palmetto do for men?

Accepted Answer

Herb for prostate: There is some suggestion that taking this herb might improve prostatic obstruction in middle aged and older men.  The research data is very thin and the evidence shows it is unlikely.  Also there is no regulation in this area so you cannot be sure that the contents of the bottle match the hype on the label.

Question 3

is saw palmetto safe for younger men in their early twenties?

Accepted Answer

Yes but why?: What symptoms are you having that make you think you need to take saw palmetto? Saw palmetto has traditionally been used for enlarged prostate in older men. Studies have shown it to be ineffective at treating urinary problems in this group. Saw palmetto is safe for you to take but i would not waste my money on it. I would advise seeing your md.

Question 4

can saw palmetto be taken with milk?

Accepted Answer

Probably: You should follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this supplement.  Remember, supplements are not medications, and as such are not regulated by the fda in terms of their efficacy (do they work) or safety (will they cause side effects or interact with other medications).

Question 5

does saw palmetto cause moobs or not?

Accepted Answer

No: "Moobs" are the result of estrogen causing excess growth of breast tissue.

Question 6

is saw palmetto good for the prostate?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: There's much "pop" / "traditional" support and a believable mechanism of action, but it failed the last three out of three big controlled studies.

Question 7

does saw palmetto have any side effects?

Accepted Answer

Mild: Can upset your stomach; it's contraindicated in pregnancy. Forgive me, my question is why a 21 year old man is taking this stuff, which is at best a weak anti-androgen for old guys with bad prostates. If somebody's told you it's "good for your general well-being" -- bc, there is no such pill, in any system of medicine! ask your personal physician whether it's wise to continue.

Question 8

saw palmetto 10% oil is for male or female?

Accepted Answer

Usually Male: It is usually used as a herbal remedy to treat the prostate, a gland in men, with some questionable effectiveness.  However, it has been used for everything from asthma to breast enlargement, but it is considered ineffective.  (also used for (but ineffective), coughs, colds, baldness, sore throat, chronic bronchitis, chronic pelvic pain, an aphrodisiac, relaxation, migraines, diuretic, infections, .

Question 9

is it safe to take saw palmetto daily long term?

Accepted Answer

: There is no independent evidence that palmetto is actually useful for anything, so you might as well stop taking it now.

Question 10

is  it ok to take cialis with 450 mg saw palmetto?

Accepted Answer

Use cialis: Saw palmetto is rich in fatty acids and phytosterols. The only substance that cannot be taken with drugs like Cialis are nitrates. If you are not on nitroglycerin, you should have no low BP caused by taking Cialis. Good luck.

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