In alternative medicine, saw palmetto is said to aid in the treatment of health problems including asthma, benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), chronic pelvic pain syndrome, colds, coughs, migraine, prostate cancer, and sore throat. Saw palmetto is also thought to increase libido, as well as alleviate stress.
 
It is mainly used by men to support the prostate and prevent prostate problems.