Prostate Herbs and Prostate Supplements

Prostate herbs can be a natural alternative to drugs or surgery commonly prescribed to treat problems with prostate enlargement. Although some herbs have been shown to be helpful in clinical trials, some prostate supplements that claim to contain the herbs may not be what they seem. Consumers need to tread carefully when buy supplements, read the label and make sure you are getting your moneys worth!

Before buying prostate supplements, be sure you know the amounts of herbs that were effective in clinical trials and compare those amounts to the amount in the supplement. A lab test on many of these proved that the ingredients were not sufficient.

If you do want to start taking prostate herbs, you don't need to depend on a supplement. You can buy many of these herbs in their natural form. Some of them may even surprise you!

Prostate Herbs

Saw Palmetto
This herb has been used in clinical trials and is a key ingredient in many prostate supplements. This small palm tree common to southern Florida has been used for centuries as a diuretic and is reputed to increase sexual vitality. It has also been shown to reduce inflammation of the prostate and is considered an effective herbal treatment.

Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin sees as prostate herbs? You bet! They are high in zinc which has been shown to reduce the size of the prostate and contain chemicals that are reputed to block the processes that causes enlargement. Plus they taste good! Some cultures recommend eating a handful a day for good prostate health.

Pygeum

You may find any or all of these herbs to be a less expensive, natural alternative to commercial prostate supplements. In addition, herbs have many other health benefits!

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