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PYGEUM
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor ( N.D.)
Pygeum is most commonly
used to improve the
performance of men who have
BPH ... |
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PYGEUM |
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Pygeum
ultimately stops the
growth of prostate
cells |
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Pygeum is an
evergreen tree that
is native to Africa. Powdered bark has been traditionally used for urinary
tract disorders.
Modern medicine uses
fat-soluble bark
extracts to treat
benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH)
and hypertrophy.
There are three
components of pygeum
that affect the
prostate.
Phytosterols,
including
beta-sitosterol,
reduce inflammation in the
prostate. |
Pentacyclic terpenes
decrease fluid
accumulation in the
prostate. Fatty
alcohol molecules
decrease stimulation
from hormones, like
prolactin and
testosterone. This
ultimately stops the
unwanted growth of
prostate cells.
Clinically pygeum
extract has been
shown to increase
urine flow, decrease
residual urine and
improve the sexual
performance of men
who have BPH.
Pygeum’s medicinal
qualities are most
abundant in
fat-soluble extracts
of the bark. Raw
bark can vary in
quality and
medicinal value.
Pygeum should be
taken with meals
that contain fat to
improve its
absorption.
Pygeum can alter the
laboratory markers
used for prostate
cancer. Therefore,
prior to using
pygeum men should
have a prostate
screening and
laboratory testing
for prostate
cancer. Men who use
conventional BPH
medications should
use pygeum under the
guidance of a health
professional |
Pygeum–
QUICK FACTS
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PARTS USED
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Bark. |
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APPLICATIONS |
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BPH. |
OPTIMUM
DOSAGE
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100-200mg
daily
(standardized
to 12-13%
phytosterols).
(Clinical
doses may be
higher as
recommended
by your
practitioner). |
WORKS WELL
WITH
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Saw
palmetto,
nettle,
zinc. |
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IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
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Prior to the
use of
pygeum men
should have
a prostate
screening
and
laboratory
testing for
prostate
cancer.
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Individuals
using
conventional
BPH
medications
should use
pygeum under
the guidance
of a health
professional. |
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