Serenoa Repens (Saw Palmetto) and Hair Loss: What Patients Should Know
Serenoa repens, commonly known as saw palmetto, is a plant-derived supplement frequently marketed for androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss). It is often promoted as a “natural” alternative to prescription treatments because of its ability to reduce the activity of 5-alpha-reductase, the enzyme involved in the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). While saw palmetto is … Read more