Prostate Ease

Sabal (Serenoa) Serrulata (Saw Palmetto) is commonly used for many types of prostate problems, including prostate cancer. Research suggests that saw palmetto could potentially block the growth of cancer cells.

“There is evidence from both laboratory and animal studies to suggest that PC-SPES (that contained Saw Palmetto as a main ingredient) had some effect in potential inhibiting prostate cancer cell growth and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) expression, but it is not known whether these results were caused by adulterants such as diethylstilbestrol, which is an estrogenic compound, the herbs in PC-SPES, or their combination.

Despite the fact that each herb used in PC-SPES has been reported to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or anticarcinogenic properties; the manufacture has been closed down and is no longer in operation, and PC-SPES is no longer being made.

“https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/hp/pc-spes-pdq

Early research suggests a possible beneficial effect of evening primrose oil (EPO) over corn oil in breast tumors. In human research, EPO assistance helped to potentially prevent breast cancer recurrence. However, additional studies using EPO alone are needed in this area. Clinical trials have been conducted to assess the effects of EPO on liver cancer with mixed results. Additional studies are required before a conclusion may be made.

The below uses are based on tradition, scientific theories, or limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. There may be other proposed uses that are not listed below: …cancer, cancer prevention…

https://www.chamberlins.com/ns/DisplayMonograph.asp?storeID=2cb86c7b36be4cfd914079104818c49b&DocID=primrose#EVIDENCETABLE

Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) and its derivative flaxseed oil / linseed oil are rich sources of the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid, which is a biologic precursor to omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid.

There is limited high quality research of the effects of flaxseed or alpha-linolenic acid on prostate cancer…

https://www.chamberlins.com/ns/DisplayMonograph.asp?DocID=condition-prostatecancer&storeID=2cb86c7b36be4cfd914079104818c49b

Even though Pumpkin seed oil has been proven in several studies to potentially support the health of cancer patients and/or a reduced risk of cancer; we have not listed Prostate Ease as a primary Prostate anticarcinogenic product.

https://www.chamberlins.com/ns/DisplayMonograph.asp?DocID=condition-prostatecancer&storeID=2cb86c7b36be4cfd914079104818c49b