Saw Palmetto vs Pumpkin Seed

Saw palmetto is a small palm native to the southeastern United States, long used by Native Americans for urinary and reproductive issues. It is one of the most commonly used herbal supplements for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and has been widely studied in Europe for prostate health.

The seeds of the pumpkin are rich in zinc, magnesium, and phytosterols; clinically shown to improve urinary symptoms of BPH and reduce prostate size.

Fatty acids, Beta-sitosterol, Lauric acid, Myristic acid, Oleic acid

Phytosterols, Zinc, Magnesium, Delta-7-sterols

Urinary tract support, Prostate health, Male vitality, Hair loss prevention, Anti-inflammatory

BPH and prostate health in Central European folk medicine, Antiparasitic (tapeworms) in folk medicine, Nutritive tonic

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Lower urinary tract symptoms, Male pattern baldness, Prostate inflammation, Hormonal balance in men

BPH symptom improvement, Antiparasitic for intestinal worms, Nutritional zinc and magnesium source

160mg standardized extract (85-95% fatty acids) twice daily, or 320mg once daily

10g seed oil or 160mg extract twice daily for BPH; 30-50g seeds daily for nutrition

Hormone-sensitive conditions, Bleeding disorders, Pre-surgery

Very safe – minimal contraindications

Mild GI upset, Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Decreased libido (rare)

GI disturbance in excess