Description
Botanical: Prunus africana (also known as Pygeum africanum)
Other common names: African Cherry, Red Stinkwood, African Plum, African Prune, Wontangue
Pygeum Bark is commonly used by persons suffering from enlarged prostate, or benign hyperplasia (BPH), inflamed prostate and urinary problems associated with prostate complaints (particularly frequent night time urination and diminished volume). Pygeum Bark is a natural way to help support and maintain good prostate health.
Country of Origin: Madagascar
Beneficial Uses: Pygeum's diuretic properties help to increase the volume and flow of urine, and it has been used to help dissolve and flush uric acid sediment from the body, which is also helpful in preventing further sedimentation in the prostate, as well as helping to rid the body of uric acid that would be retained in cellular tissue, causing arthritic calcification and gout.
Contraindications:
There have been some reports of nausea and gastrointestinal upset with the use of Pygeum Bark.
