Frequently Asked Questions

How long until I notice benefits?

Each person varies, but you may start noticing benefits after the first few days. Consider doubling the dose at first, and then dropping to the suggested dosage when you begin noticing benefits.^*

How does SagaPro work compared to saw palmetto extracts?

Unlike saw palmetto extracts, which are intended to support healthy PSA levels and prostate function, and are recommended only for men, SagaPro supports bladder strength. Because it is a bladder supporting supplement, SagaPro also differs from saw palmetto extract in that it is recommended for men and women.^*

What steps are taken to prevent over harvesting?

While angelica is a highly-valued herb, it grows all over Iceland, and is by no means an endangered plant. In fact, its proliferation is even considered too intense in some areas. In certain places, harvesting can benefit local authorities that would otherwise have to eradicate the plant in a costly way.

Additionally, the manufacturer works with local people who know their region well. That type of knowledge helps in choosing the best spots, and since local experts can follow the development of angelica fields over many years, they provide information which ensures that the angelica fields aren’t overused.

Is Angelica safe? I thought that it wasn’t for everybody.

Yes, this Angelica (Angelica archangelica) grows in Iceland and has been safely used and enjoyed for centuries. It is not the same as Chinese angelica (Angelica sinensis), also known as dong quai.

The fruits, leaves, and roots of the plant have been used in folk medicine, and it was cultivated in the Nordic countries during the Middle Ages. Vikings even used this herb as a form of currency. In fact, banning the theft of angelica was actually written into some of the earliest law books in Iceland about 1,000 years ago! These days, angelica tea from the leaves and cereal from the seeds are popular foods in Iceland, and the leaves from this plant are used to make SagaPro.