Hydroethanolic Extract
Water and alcohol extract of saw palmetto berries containing both water and fat-soluble compounds
Botanicals
Fruits
Research: Limited
Scientific Name
Serenoa repens extractum hydroethanolicum
Classifications
Processing:
hydroalcoholic-extraction
Source:
berries
Type:
liquid-extract
Benefits
- Supports prostate health
- May help manage benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms
- Supports urinary tract function in men
- May help balance hormone levels
- Contains anti-inflammatory compounds
- Supports hair health, particularly in men
Specific Properties
- Contains both hydrophilic and lipophilic compounds
- Different phytochemical profile than pure lipid extracts
- Extracts additional polyphenols and polysaccharides
- Used in liquid supplements and tinctures
- Less common in clinical research than lipid extracts
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe when used as directed. May interact with hormone medications, blood thinners, and oral contraceptives. Can potentially affect PSA test results. May cause mild digestive upset in some individuals. Pregnant and nursing women should avoid use.
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Preparation Form
Hydroethanolic Extract
A preparation of Saw Palmetto Extract