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Saw Palmetto
berry
(Serenoa repens) * |
Indicated in
cases of benign prostatic hypertrophy and cystitis. As an adaptogen
it is especially useful for older, depleted people. It strengthens
kidney, lung and reproductive Qi. Saw Palmetto is also used as a
urinary antiseptic and demulcent, an expectorant and an immune tonic
as well as a reproductive amphoteric for men and women.
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White Sage
leaf
(Salvia apiana) * |
An aromatic
sage that is a carminative, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and
powerful anti-oxidant. Used as a gargle it reduces pain and
irritation caused by strep throat and internally it is used to
reduce the pain and swelling of benign prostatic hyperplasia. White
Sage reduces excessive secretions and can be used to stop excessive
sweating, stop milk flow when weaning a child, and dry up bronchial
mucous. |
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Collinsonia
fresh root, leaf and flower
(C. canadensis) * |
Indicated
primarily for pelvic and venous congestion such as hemorrhoids,
varicose veins, benign prostatic hypertrophy and chronic laryngitis.
It is also used for urinary calculi, diverticulosis, colitis, mitral
valve prolapse and chronic heart weakness (with Hawthorn and Night
Blooming Cereus). |
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Stinging
Nettle root
(Urtica dioica) * |
Helps reduce
the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia in older men. Its
mechanism of action is different than Saw Palmetto so the herbs are
mutually beneficial and support each other in reducing frequent
urination, incomplete emptying of the bladder, nocturia and urinary
dribbling. |
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Bibliography: |
Batchelder,
Hobbs, Douillard, Winston, et. al. Therapeutic Approaches to
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, The Protocol Journal of Botanical
Medicine, vol. 1, #3, 1996
Green, J. The Male Herbal, The Crossing Press, 1991
Gruenwald, J. PDR for Herbal Medicines, Medical Economics
Co., 1998
Shulz, V., Hansel, R., Tyler, V. Rational Phytotherapy,
Springer, 1998
Winston, D. Saw Palmetto - for Men and Women, Storey Pub.,
1999 Additional information on the ingredients of Men’s Prostate
Tonic:
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*Herbal
Therapeutics Research Library
Author: David Winston (RH) AHG
©2007
Herbal Therapeutics Research Library. All rights reserved |
Disclaimer: The information on
historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and
traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and
research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for
consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any
attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the
direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author
are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences
resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should
you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any
preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a
professional health care advisor. |
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