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Study highlights importance of quality and potency of saw palmetto extracts in prostate health supplements

Posted on August 1, 2023 at 5:35 pm.

7 out of 28 popular products studied contain the amount of authentic saw palmetto extract shown to be clinically effective in relieving lower urinary tract symptoms affecting millions of men EUSTIS, FLA. – A new study published in the Journal of Urology Open Plus reveals that 7 saw palmetto products met the identity and potency […]

Valensa’s Chief Science Officer Presents New Research on Efficacy of a Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto

Posted on November 30, 2021 at 4:12 pm.

Prostate Health and a Standardized Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto

Posted on July 26, 2021 at 5:01 pm.

Prostate Health and a Standardized Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto By Margaret H. Dohnalek, PhD, Chief Science Officer, Valensa International Controversy exists regarding whether or not saw palmetto products support prostate health and related lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), such as the urge to urinate, frequent urination, and waking up at night to urinate. These […]

Spotting “Sham” Palmetto: Based on the USP Monograph, Valensa Tests Reveal Rampant Adulteration

Posted on April 26, 2021 at 6:39 pm.

Scientists analyzed nutritional profiles of products labeled “Saw Palmetto extract,” finding little, if any, of the key fatty acids necessary to support prostate health; FREE report available ORLANDO, Florida (April 28, 2021) – Scientists from Valensa International tested market samples labeled as ‘Saw Palmetto extract’ from different suppliers and found that all the samples were […]

Valensa’s USPlus® Remains First, Only US Pharmacopeia Verified Saw Palmetto Extract For Third Year In A Row

Posted on April 5, 2021 at 6:30 am.

USPlus® Pure Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto, derived from Valensa’s GEMS Supply Chain Excellence Program, delivers an effective product and enables brands to meet emerging Amazon requirements ORLANDO, Fla. (April 5, 2021) — Valensa International announced today that for a third consecutive year the company’s USPlus® Pure Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto, is the only […]

Valensa Raises the Bar in Prostate Health

Posted on January 27, 2021 at 2:01 pm.

New video and USPlus® logo reflect company’s commitment to truth and transparency for consumers ORLANDO, Fla. (January 27, 2021) — Since the launch of USPlus® in 2002, the industry has been faced with a dramatic shift in product quality, largely due to the proliferation of crushed saw palmetto berry powder supplements and adulterated products that […]

From Supply Chain to Science — Get to Know Saw Palmetto Extract For Prostate Health

Posted on September 3, 2020 at 5:52 am.

From Supply Chain to Science – Get to Know Saw Palmetto Extract for Prostate Health Natural Products Insider hosts a 50-minute webinar with Valensa’s own Uma Pal, CEO; Margaret H. Dohnalek, PhD, Chief Science Officer; and Larry McCarty, SVP of Production and Supply Chain. In the webinar, learn how USPlus®, a lipidosterolic saw palmetto extract supports […]

Valensa International’s USPlus® Saw Palmetto First of Its Kind to Achieve USP Verified Status

Posted on July 17, 2019 at 3:51 pm.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Valensa International’s USPlus® Saw Palmetto First of Its Kind to Achieve USP Verified Status USPlus® Saw Palmetto successfully completes USP’s rigorous Dietary Ingredient Verification Program, which evaluates adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and officially recognized quality standards ORLANDO, Fla. (July 17, 2019) — Valensa International, a prominent nutraceutical company based near Orlando, Florida […]