This small palm tree has been used as an aphrodisiac and rejuvenating the sexual functions. However, the fact is that there are no studies to confirm its effectiveness in this regard. What if the research is to confirm the effectiveness will this plant for the treatment of benign hypertrophy of the prostate. This is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate that affects many men aged 50 and older and cause difficulty in urination and a feeling of swelling in the lower pelvis as an enlarged prostate puts pressure on the urethra and the adjacent tissues. The sabal is also useful in cases of asthma, bronchitis, nasal congestion, coughs due to colds, sinusitis and sore throat. It may also be beneficial in cases of hair loss in men. In the case of hypertrophy of the prostate sabal works by blocking the production of dehidrotestosterona a substance derived from the male hormone testosterone stimulates the replication of cells in the prostate. The sabal stops the growth of prostate and achieved a significant improvement in symptoms such as frequent desire to urinate, and reduced urinary flow. The sabal is achieved mainly as an extract in the form of capsules or tablets. Since the sabal works by correcting the cause of the problem and not merely the symptoms its beneficial effects can take four to six weeks to manifest itself.