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BPH and Men’s Prostate Health – Supplements that May Help

22
Feb

BPH and Men’s Prostate Health

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — also called prostate gland enlargement — is a common condition in men (especially after age 50), which results in an enlarged prostate gland.  BPH can cause uncomfortable urinary symptoms, such as increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia).  

How is BPH Treated?

Conventional treatment of BPH includes lifestyle changes such as avoiding alcohol and caffeine, avoiding all liquids within two hours of bedtime, and exercising regularly. Medication is sometimes used, however can cause side effects such as reduced sex drive and impotence.  

Supplements Which May Promote Better Prostate Function

In addition to lifestyle measures, certain supplements may help including:

  • Saw palmetto has been used in alternative medicine for centuries to relieve urinary symptoms, including those caused by an enlarged prostate. There is clinical evidence that saw palmetto may help to shrink the size of the prostate, and it may help promote healthy prostate function.
  • Beta-sitosterol has been well researched and the findings suggest that this nutrient may help relieve urinary symptoms of BPH. 
  • Stinging nettle is commonly used in Europe and is thought to improve some BPH symptoms, although more studies are needed. 

Other supplements that may be helpful to support overall prostate health include flaxseed,  milk thistle, quercetin and selenium.  CustomVite’s Men’s Health Formula is an advanced formula that offers key ingredients such as L-arginine, zinc, saw palmetto and lycopene, which together may help to support healthy prostate function and overall reproductive health. To learn more about BPH, go to https://www.urologyhealth.org/.

References:

(1) Enlarged Prostate – BPH Symptoms | BPH Treatment | Dr. Weil. (2017, June 29). Retrieved from https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/health-centers/men/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-bph/  

(2)Prostate Enlargement (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia). (2014, September 01). Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/prostate-problems/prostate-enlargement-benign-prostatic-hyperplasia

(3) ReAthari, S. (2017, June 29). Enlarged Prostate – BPH Symptoms | BPH Treatment | Dr. Weil. Retrieved from https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/health-centers/men/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-bph/1?amp=1

(4)What Are Your Treatment Options for an Enlarged Prostate? (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/health/enlarged-prostate/treatment