Saw Palmetto cures prostate cancer
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The Claim
Some believe that saw palmetto can cure prostate cancer due to its effects on prostate health. Proponents argue that its anti-inflammatory properties shrink prostate tumors and halt cancer progression.
Origin
This myth likely originates from early studies and anecdotal reports suggesting saw palmetto's benefits for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which were extrapolated to cancer without sufficient evidence.
What Science Says
Current research, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs), indicates that saw palmetto has no significant effect on prostate cancer treatment. Systematic reviews have found no evidence supporting its efficacy in reducing cancer risk or progression. The National Cancer Institute does not recognize saw palmetto as a cancer treatment.
Verdict
False