SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS · TARGETED PROSTATE FLOW
Skullcap Root
A powerful botanical chosen for its direct action against prostate enlargement (BPH). It functions as a natural 5-alpha reductase inhibitor to help regulate hormone pathways, soothe deep chronic inflammation, and protect prostate cells from abnormal proliferation.*
What is Skullcap Root?
Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) is a flowering plant in the mint family. Its yellow root, called Huang Qin, has been used in traditional Chinese herbal practice for centuries. It is naturally rich in flavonoids, especially baicalin and baicalein, which act as antioxidants.*
Why it's in Targeted Prostate Flow
As men age, the enzyme 5-alpha reductase converts testosterone into DHT, a hormone that plays a key role in prostate growth. Chinese skullcap root acts as a natural 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, helping regulate those hormone pathways, soothe deep chronic inflammation and protect prostate cells from abnormal proliferation.*
What the research shows
- Animal research (Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2019): In rats with hormone-induced prostate enlargement, Chinese skullcap root extract reduced prostate growth, lowered DHT and 5-alpha reductase levels, and calmed inflammatory signals, with effects comparable to a standard medication.*
- Review (Pharmacological Research, Modern Chinese Medicine, 2023): Baicalin and baicalein show antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, mostly in lab and animal studies.*
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same skullcap used for relaxation?
No. American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) uses the leaves and is a traditional calming herb. Targeted Prostate Flow uses the root of Chinese skullcap, a different plant with different uses.
What is DHT?
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormone the body makes from testosterone. It plays a central role in prostate growth as men age.
Sources
- Jin BR, Chung KS, Kim HJ, An HJ. Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi) inhibits inflammation and proliferation on benign prostatic hyperplasia in rats. J Ethnopharmacol. 2019;235:481-488. PMID: 30708034
- Chanchal DK, et al. An updated review of Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis): emphasis on phytochemical constituents and pharmacological attributes. Pharmacol Res Mod Chin Med. 2023;9:100326.
- National Institutes of Health. LiverTox: Skullcap.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
