Men's Wellness
Prostate
Prostate supplements are widely sold to men over 50. Here's what the trials found, and why urinary symptoms always deserve a doctor's visit first.
What we cover
- Saw palmetto and other prostate formulas
- Beta-sitosterol, pygeum and lycopene
- Urinary symptoms and an enlarged prostate (BPH)
- Prostate screening (PSA) conversations
Prostate reviews
We're researching our first prostate reviews now. Every review covers the ingredients and doses, an evidence rating for each, safety, price per serving and the refund policy. Get notified when they go live.
Common ingredients and the evidence
| Ingredient or option | Used for | Evidence | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saw palmetto | Urinary symptoms (BPH) | Insufficient | Large NIH trials found it no better than placebo. |
| Beta-sitosterol | Urinary flow | Limited | Some small positive studies. |
| Pygeum africanum | Urinary symptoms | Limited | Older, small studies. |
| Lycopene | Prostate health | Insufficient | No proof it prevents prostate problems. |
Ratings follow our evidence scale and are updated as new research appears.
Claims to be careful with. No supplement can shrink the prostate, treat BPH or prevent or cure prostate cancer. Products making these claims are making illegal drug claims.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products discussed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.