A list of 18 foods for prostate health
The prostate is a small walnut-sized gland found inside the male body, and is very important
for men's health.
This gland's main job is to nourish and protect sperm, but it also helps the body to produce
testosterone and filter out toxins.
Over half the population of men suffer with prostate enlargement (BPH) after the age of
50, which causes problems with urination and can be very painful.
In today's video we will share with you the best 18 foods and herbs you can consume to
boost prostate health, especially with age.
1. Walnuts Walnuts are one of the best foods that you
can eat to support a healthy prostate gland. These nuts are loaded with selenium, an important
mineral which can help to prevent prostate enlargement and prostate cancer. Walnuts are
also loaded with zinc and magnesium which helps the prostate to do its job in making
seminal fluid.
2. Avocado Avocados are one of the world's healthiest
superfoods and are loaded with anti-inflammatory fats and nutrients. They contain a natural
compound called beta-sitosterol which reduces swelling in the prostate, helps the urine
to flow freely and strengthens the immune system.
3. Pumpkin Seeds One of the main causes of prostate enlargement
is a hormone called DHT (dihydrotestosterone.) This is a concentrated form of testosterone
which is linked to hair loss in men and BPH (prostate enlargement) with age. Eating pumpkin
seeds helps to prevent testosterone being converted to DHT as they are loaded with zinc.
4. Shiitake Mushrooms Many men have too much estrogen in their bodies,
which leads to weight gain, man boobs, erectile dysfunction and an enlarged prostate as we
get older. Luckily many mushrooms contain aromatase inhibitors. These naturally block
the conversion of testosterone to estrogen in the body. Eat these in healthy salads regularly
to keep estrogen down.
5. Broccoli Broccoli contains a natural compound called
indole-3-carbinol which can block the growth of prostate cells. It also contains sulforaphane
which removes toxins from the body in order to heal the prostate and balance hormones.
6. Apple Cider Vinegar If you are overweight around the belly area,
drink a tablespoon of raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar in a glass of water before each
meal. This helps to regulate blood sugars in the body which can help to prevent BPH,
prostatitis or enlarged prostate symptoms. This remedy is also used as a natural weight
loss aid.
7. Salmon Wild caught salmon is rich in healthy omega
3 fatty acids which reduce inflammation in the body. Omega 3's reduce free radical damage
to the prostate which comes with age, and have been shown to lower the risk of prostate
cancer. Oily fish like Sardines, Trout and Tuna are also great options.
8. Cod Liver Oil If you don't like the taste of fish you can
take a daily supplement of virgin cod liver oil in capsules. Icelandic cod liver oil is
one of the best quality varieties, and be sure to always keep them in the refrigerator.
9. Green Tea Green tea is well known for its medicinal
properties and is rich in antioxidants. These reduce inflammation in the prostate and help
to balance hormones like testosterone and estrogen. Green tea also helps to boost immunity
and fight harmful pathogens in the body like viruses and other microbes.
10. Garlic Garlic is well known as one of the best anti-inflammatory
foods in the world as it contains healing compounds like allicin, diallyl disulfide
and s-allyl cysteine. These natural chemicals in garlic have also been shown to reduce the
size of the prostate and help to protect prostate tissue.
11. Kale The body absorbs many dangerous toxins from
the environment such as pesticides, pollutants, heavy metals and micro plastics. These are
called endocrine disruptors which puts your hormones out of balance and can lead to prostate
problems. Cruciferous vegetables like kale helps the liver to detoxify these chemicals,
balance hormones and protect the prostate.
12. Brussels Sprouts Eating cruciferous vegetables daily is the
perfect way to protect your prostate, as they keep the hormones in balance. Brussels sprouts
are known as the king of the cruciferous family and help to keep estrogen levels down in men.
Estrogen is an anabolic hormone, meaning that it causes things to grow like the prostate,
so we must keep this low in the male body with age.
13. Pickles It is recommended to eat pickled gherkins
and other fermented foods regularly. These foods feed the friendly bacteria in the gut,
and strengthen your microbiome. Studies show that having more friendly bacteria can reduce
inflammation in the body, and reduce the risk of prostate problems.
14. Sauerkraut This is another excellent fermented food,
made from cabbage in Europe. This is one of the best sources of Vitamin C in the world
which helps with urination, strengthens the immune system and reduces the risk of cancer
in the prostate.
15. DIM As we mentioned earlier, cruciferous vegetables
are very important for securing your long term prostate health. You can also purchase
a supplement called DIM, which is a concentrated form of these vegetables. These help to cleanse
the liver, reduce estrogen and balance hormones in men. This has the powerful benefit of protecting
the prostate gland.
16. Raspberries Eating a small handful of berries each day
can support a healthy prostate as they are loaded with antioxidants and vitamin C. These
help to protect the prostate cells from free radical damage that comes with age. Vitamin
C also helps with urination if you suffer with BPH. We also recommend blackberries,
strawberries and acerola cherries.
17. Saw Palmetto Saw palmetto is a powerful herb which reduces
estrogen in the body and is often used for prostate health. This is one of the most common
herbs used as a natural remedy for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) to help men to urinate
normally, and reduce prostate swelling.
18. Stinging Nettle Root Last but not least, stinging nettle root is
one of the best anti-inflammatory herbs in the world. Taking this on a daily basis can
reduce estrogen in the male body, helping to treat and prevent prostate problems. It
is also an adaptogen and reduces stress naturally.
As you can see there are many foods and herbs that you can consume to protect and heal the
prostate with age.
If you are overweight around the belly area, you are much more likely to suffer with an
enlarged prostate as you get older.
Having lots of belly fat means that you have a fatty liver, which raises the estrogen hormone
and in turn causes prostate problems.
If this is the case, then we highly recommend following a healthy keto diet plan and perform
intermittent fasting often to shed the extra pounds.
The body works as a complex system, so in order to be healthy we have to balance out
hormones and consume nutritious foods often.
Men who suffer with prostate enlargement or BPH should cut out alcohol from the diet immediately,
as this aggravates the condition.
Drinking too much caffeine from coffee and soda drinks can also make symptoms worse and
cause problems with urination, so stick to carbonated water or spring water.
In our following videos we will further highlight foods that you should avoid for prostate health,
including some more natural cures and remedies.
To learn more about the prostate, be sure to select our "prostate health" playlist at
the end.
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