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Herbal Energetics

Parts Used

Berries

Temperature

Cool

Moisture

Moist

Tone

Relaxing

Taste

Pungent, Sweet

Caution

Mild, infrequent symptoms such as digestive upset, dizziness, or headache may occur.

Glossary

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Saw Palmetto (The Man's Tonic)

If you live in the south, you have seen the palmetto plant. It grows abundantly here in south Georgia and Florida. Saw Palmetto is known as "old man's friend" . Prostate health, urinary tract health, hair growth, and testosterone balance are just a few of its benefits.

Women can also benefit from it, especially those with PCOS and hirsutism. It is also known to improve skin and reduce acne.

Medicinal Properties

Anti-androgenic (inhibits the effects of androgens)
Anti-edema (promotes fluid elimination)
Anti-Inflammatory (controls inflammation)
Antiproliferative (inhibits cell growth, particularly tumor-forming cells)
Antispasmodic (reduces muscle spasms)
Aphrodisiac (increases libido)
Demulcent (soothes and protects irritated or inflamed tissues)
Expectorant (expels mucus from the upper respiratory tract)

Common Preparations

Extract, Tincture, Water Infusion

Benefits

Improves urinary symptoms associated with BPH
Improves chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome
Known to improve hair loss from male pattern baldness
Enhances sperm production
Improves impotence
Increases testicular function
Enhances libido
Mild diuretic
Relieves mucus membrane irritation
Reduces inflammation of testicles
Reduces inflammation of bladder
Reduces inflammation of fallopian tubes
Improves atrophy of sexual organs, such as breasts, ovaries, and testes
Supports male and female fertility
Helps with dysentery and stomach aches
Helps with respiratory inflammation, especially with inflammation of sinuses and throat

Resources

1) Suzuki, M., Ito, Y., Fujino, T., Abe, M., Umegaki, K., Onoue, S., Noguchi, H., & Yamada, S. (2009). Pharmacological effects of saw palmetto extract in the lower urinary tract. Acta Pharmacologica Sinica, 30(3), 271–281. https://doi.org/10.1038/aps.2009.1
2) Saw palmetto | Herbs | Herbal Reality. (n.d.). Herbal Reality. https://www.herbalreality.com/herb/saw-palmetto/

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

Cynthia A. Barrington is not a physician and the relationship between her and her clients is not as prescriber and patient but as educator and client. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. It is fully the client's choice whether or not to take advantage of the information Cynthia presents. Naturopathy, homeopathy, flower essences, and any other recommendations do not "treat" illnesses; they address the entire person as a matter of wholeness that is an educational process, not a medical one. In order to be treated or diagnosed, Cynthia believes the advice of a holistic physician is in order. Never stop taking prescription medications without first consulting your physician. Consult your physician before starting a fitness program or taking supplements.

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