Whats in Saw Palmetto herb?
There are a variety of compounds within the saw palmetto berry. As a rule they are divided into four major categories: 1) Free fatty acids. Quite a number of fatty acids are present in saw palmetto. The ones in highest concentration include oleic acid, lauric acid, myristic acid and palmitic acid. 2) Phytosterols (plant sterols). These plant sterols (phyto means plant) have a chemical structure similar to cholesterol. The most commonly found phytosterols in saw palmetto are beta-sitosterol, campesterol, stigmasterol and cycloartenol. 3) Free fatty alcohols. These are usually made up of fatty acids joined to an alcohol molecule. 4) Monoglycerides, which are single fatty acids attached to a three-carbon glycerol molecule. Saw Palmetto Extract, 320 mg, 60 Capsules by Dr. Sahelian Supports Healthy Prostate Function Saw palmetto extract contains pure Saw palmetto extract guaranteed to supply 45% fatty acids and beneficial plant sterols, which are the herb’s key active ingredients. Extractio
