What Are the Side Effects of Saw Palmetto?
As against the claims of saw palmetto promoters, many of its users have reported some noteworthy side effects. Saw palmetto has not been approved by the FDA as a medicine to treat any kind of disease. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has also not tested it to find out its safety and effectiveness. So, many of the saw palmetto berry side effects as well as benefits have not been proven. But, as reported by the users of saw palmetto extract, it can cause headache, stomach pain, bad breath, and diarrhea or constipation. Many individuals have also experienced vomiting and nausea after taking saw palmetto supplements. Allergic reactions like itching, skin rashes, tongue inflammation, and breathing problems may be experienced by individuals allergic to this herb. Liver damage, jaundice and stomach ulcer are among the less common but severe side effects of saw palmetto extract. Apart from these, it may increase the bleeding risk in individuals with blood clotting or bleeding disorders.
