Nova Vitae Sabal forte (saw palmetto) herbal tinctureSabal Forte Herbal Tincture from Nova Vitae is made from Sabal serrulata or saw palmetto.
The saw palmetto, also called Serenoa repens, is a type of palm tree that grows in the southeastern United States. People also call it dwarf palm, fan palm, saw palm or Saw Palmetto in English.
The palm grows from a low rhizome and has leaves with sharp serrations that resemble saw teeth, hence the name "saw palm". The palm bears small olive-green berries that change from yellowish-green to blue-purple when ripe. For a very long time, ripe berries have been used in phytotherapy.
The dried fruits of the saw palmetto are full of important substances. For example, the extract contains phytosterols, which are plant-based substances that are good for your health. These phytosterols include delta-7-steroids, delta-5-steroids, beta-sitosterol and other derivatives such as stigmasterol and campestrol, daucosterol, lupeol, lupenone, methylcycloartenol. In addition, the fruit contains various healthy fats, such as oleic acid, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid and linoleic acid. It also contains antioxidants, known as flavonoids, such as isoquercitrin, D-glucosides and rhoifolin.
Why is there alcohol in your Sabal serrulata product?
Alcohol is often used in the making of herbal tinctures due to its ability to effectively extract the active ingredients from herbs. Here are our considerations for why alcohol is used:
1. Efficient extraction of bioactive compounds: Alcohol is known for its ability to extract both water-soluble and fat-soluble compounds from plants. This makes it an efficient solvent for a wide range of bioactive substances in herbs, including flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, and essential oils.
2. Preservation: Alcohol has preservative properties, meaning it helps to preserve the herbal tincture and prevent spoilage. The high alcohol content acts as a natural preservative, extending the shelf life of the tincture.
3. Improved absorption: Alcohol is considered a well-absorbable medium for the human body. It can help efficiently transfer the active ingredients in the herbal tincture to the bloodstream, allowing them to be more easily absorbed by the body.
The dosage of a herbal tincture is typically taken in drops, resulting in a relatively small amount of alcohol per dose.
Claims
Sabal serrulata / Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens):
- has a supportive function for normal prostate function and male urinary tracts.*
*Health claim awaiting approval by the European Commission
Composition
Composition per daily dose of 90 (3 x 30) drops:
Saw palmetto (Sabal serrulatum) tincture of 4-5 ml
Ingredients
Saw palmetto (Sabal serrulatum) extract, alcohol and water. Alcohol content 30% Vol.
Usage
Adults take 20 to 30 drops three times a day after meals with some water, unless otherwise advised by your healthcare professional. A slight cloudiness/sedimentation does not affect quality.
Storage advice Store in a cool, dark, dry place and out of reach of children.
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