Supports healthy bladder function in men and women.

Description

What You Can Expect from this product:

• Supports healthy bladder function in men and women
• Supportive therapy for bladder irritation in men and women, as used in herbal medicine
• Relieves urination problems associated with the early stages of BPH, as used in herbal medicine
• A water-soluble pumpkin seed extract for easy absorption

The Canadian Urinary Bladder Survey shows that about 43% of men and 57% of women are affected by lower urinary tract symptoms, such as nocturia (frequent nighttime urination), overactive bladder (OAB), and urination urgency. 

Weakening of the bladder and the sphincter muscle that controls the release of urine is typically an issue for people over the age of 40, and becomes increasingly common in older age. Men and women are afflicted with bladder irritation for different reasons. For women, weakening of the pelvic floor muscles and bladder sphincter can make it more difficult to control urine flow. Men may be affected by the enlargement of their prostate gland, which compresses the urethral canal. 

Pumpkin seed has been traditionally used in herbal medicine throughout Europe as a remedy for urinary problems associated with an enlarged prostate gland and irritable bladder. It is approved by the German Commission E as a therapeutic agent for these conditions. The underlying mechanisms behind pumpkin seeds’ benefits are not entirely clear. From a nutritional standpoint, pumpkin seeds contain amino acid precursors for nitric oxide, which is needed to relax the urination muscles and decrease pressure in a full bladder.

Ingredients

Medicinal

Each vegetarian capsule contains: Pumpkin seed extract (water soluble) (Cucurbita pepo) ... 262 mg

Non-Medicinal: Microcrystalline cellulose, vegetarian capsule (cellulose, purified water), vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant), silica.

Directions & Cautions

Recommended adult dose: First 2 weeks: 1 capsule 3 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner. After the first 2 weeks: 1 capsule 2 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner.

Cautions & Warnings

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use to exclude a diagnosis of prostate cancer, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner in cases of blood in the urine or acute urine retention, or if symptoms persist or worsen. Hypersensitivity (allergy) has been known to occur, in which case discontinue use. Do not take if you are allergic to Cucurbita species. Keep out of reach of children.