Pygeum africanum 60 Capsules

Pygeum africanum, (Prunus africana), an extract from the bark of the African plum tree, has a long history of use in traditional African medicine and is now clinically recognized for its benefits in supporting prostate and urinary health. Rich in phytosterols, including beta-sitosterol, as well as triterpenes and ferulic acid esters, Pygeum has been shown to help reduce inflammation and modulate hormone activity within the prostate. Studies suggest it may improve lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) commonly associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), including increased urinary flow, reduced nocturia, and less frequent daytime urination. As a key botanical in evidence-based men’s health formulas, Pygeum offers targeted, plant-based support for maintaining prostate comfort and urinary function over time.

🎯 Ideal For:

• Men experiencing early to moderate BPH symptoms
• Those wanting a plant-based alternative to pharmaceutical alpha-blockers
• Anyone seeking to reduce nocturia and urinary frequency
• Men over 40 aiming to preserve hormonal balance and quality of life

Natural Ingredients & Suggested Daily Intake

One capsule per day with food or water. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Vegan

Per Vegetable Cellulose Capsule: (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose)

Pygeum Africanum (Bark): 500mg (standardised to 14% total sterols)

Brown Rice Flour: (gluten free)

 Caution

 Pygeum africanum — now more accurately known as Prunus africana — is considered vulnerable and at risk of becoming endangered due to overharvesting and habitat loss, particularly in parts of Central and Eastern Africa.

🔍 Conservation Status:

• IUCN Red List: Vulnerable
• CITES: Listed in Appendix II, meaning international trade is regulated to avoid utilization incompatible with the species' survival.

🌿 Why Is It At Risk?

1. High Demand for Prostate Health Supplements

Prunus africana bark is rich in phytosterols (especially β-sitosterol) and other compounds shown to help with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and urinary tract symptoms. Its popularity in Europe and North America for men's health has led to aggressive harvesting.

2. Slow-Growing Tree

• Found in montane forests across Africa (Cameroon, Kenya, Madagascar, etc.)
• Takes decades to mature
• Unsustainable bark stripping can kill the tree

3. Poor Regulation & Illegal Trade

Even with CITES protections, enforcement is uneven, and some populations are illegally harvested or unsustainably stripped, particularly in Cameroon and Madagascar.

✅ Ethical & Sustainable Use

If you're using Pygeum africanum, consider the following:

• ✅ Choose CITES-certified suppliers
• ✅ Look for products labelled as sustainably harvested or cultivated
• ✅ Consider standardized extracts, which can reduce the amount of raw bark needed
• ✅ Support reforestation or community-based agroforestry projects

🌱 Alternatives with Similar Effects

If sustainability is a concern, these ingredients offer complementary or overlapping prostate health benefits:

⚠️ Important Ingredient Integrity Notice

Due to rising global demand and limited sustainable supply, some suppliers are marketing products labelled simply as “Pygeum” that may not contain authentic Pygeum africanum (Prunus africana) bark extract. In some cases, unrelated or diluted materials are substituted without clear botanical identification.

We use genuine, CITES-compliant Pygeum africanum extract, responsibly harvested from verified sources to ensure both efficacy and sustainability.

✔️ Always check for the full botanical name: Pygeum africanum (syn. Prunus africana).
✔️ Accept no substitutes when it comes to your prostate health.

 🌳 Pygeum Africanum: The African Bark for Prostate Balance

Clinically studied. Naturally effective. Sustainably sourced.

🌿 What Is Pygeum Africanum?

Pygeum africanum (botanically updated to Prunus africana) is a tall evergreen tree native to the montane forests of sub-Saharan Africa. Its bark has been used for generations in traditional African medicine and is now clinically recognized for its powerful role in supporting:

• Prostate size and function
• Urinary comfort and flow
• Hormonal metabolism, including DHT modulation
• Inflammatory and oxidative stress reduction

⚗️ Scientific Benefits for Men’s Health

1. 🧬 Proven Support for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

• Pygeum extract inhibits 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) — a key driver of prostate enlargement.
• Improves urinary flow rate, reduces night-time urination, and eases bladder emptying.

📊 Meta-analysis (Wilt et al., 2002, Cochrane Review): Pygeum improved urinary symptoms and flow compared to placebo in men with BPH.
🧪 Tams et al., 1983: Pygeum significantly reduced residual bladder volume and increased peak urinary flow.

2. 💧 Relieves Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS)

• Reduces nocturia (night urination) and urinary urgency
• Helps men regain confidence with a more complete, controlled bladder emptying
• Safe and well-tolerated in long-term use

🩺 Men using Pygeum for 60 days reported up to 24% reduction in nocturia and a 19% increase in urinary flow rate.

3. 🧯 Anti-Inflammatory & Anti-Proliferative Activity

• Inhibits leukotriene and prostaglandin synthesis, key inflammatory mediators
• Reduces stromal hyperplasia and limits excess tissue growth in the prostate
• May counteract oxidative stress and inflammatory damage at the cellular level

🧬 Cicero et al., 2016: Pygeum’s triterpenes and ferulic esters reduce inflammation-related cell proliferation in prostate tissue.

4. ⚖️ Supports Hormonal Balance

• Blocks excess DHT formation while preserving testosterone
• May regulate androgen receptor activity, aiding hormonal resilience with age
• Enhances synergy with Saw Palmetto, Nettle Root, and Beta Sitosterol

🧪 Active Compounds

📈 Clinical Summary

🌱 Ethical Sourcing Matters

Due to past overharvesting, Pygeum africanum is listed as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List and is regulated under CITES Appendix II.

✅ Our Pygeum extract is:

• CITES-compliant
• Sustainably harvested from managed forests
• Extracted under low-impact, fair trade practices

🌍 Protecting biodiversity while protecting your health.

🎯 Ideal For:

• Men experiencing early to moderate BPH symptoms
• Those wanting a plant-based alternative to pharmaceutical alpha-blockers
• Anyone seeking to reduce nocturia and urinary frequency
• Men over 40 aiming to preserve hormonal balance and quality of life

🤝 Powerful Synergy With:

🏷️ Summary

Ancient African wisdom meets modern urology. Pygeum africanum delivers time-tested, research-backed support for prostate health, urinary comfort, and hormonal resilience — all in one ethically harvested, clinically studied extract.