Saw Palmetto?? Does it work?

[wildwolfwoman]

I am wondering if anyone has had any luck using Saw Palmetto to reduce androgens? I am doing the controlled carb diet to manage my insulin resistance and am thinking about adding some herbs to my plan as well. I have always had completely regular periods, but my ovaries are always hurting and I have a lot...I mean A LOT of body/facial hair. Suggestions??

[tan]

It really helped with my acne (I dont have excess hair), but gave me the sorest boobs!!

tan

[wildwolfwoman]

I think that I am gonna give the Saw Palmetto a try. What the worst that could happen???

[Ajani]

I used it from CD1 - O and it reduced my androgen level. My RE said that it wouldn't work, but couldn't account for the drop in my numbers. LOL

[snowbunny]

Originally posted by tan
It really helped with my acne (I dont have excess hair), but gave me the sorest boobs!!

tan

Saw Palmetto can actually increase their size too (in some women).

[tan]

Unfortunately not mine! LOL

[uprgrl18]

Hi all! This is my first post. I just wanted to put in my 2 cents on this one. I have been on saw palmetto for about 2 weeks now and have seen a huge improvement on the hair on my face and an improvement in the acne. I haven't really seen any improvement on my body, but I have hope. As mentioned in other posts, it is hit or miss when it comes to trying different treatments. I also wanted to say that reading these posts over the last year or so has been very helpful and it is very nice to know that I am not the only one out there.

[vancouverNicole]

let us know after a few months if anything has changed?

[wildwolfwoman]

Well, I did start taking the Saw Palmetto. I haven't noticed any improvements yet but it has only been two weeks. I will try anything at this point to help with hair reduction. I will keep everyone posted! Thanks