What is this Enlarged Prostate And Why Does it Bring so Much Problems to Men

I know you may have read in one or two places before about prostate enlargement.

I also know you may have not really understand the causes of Enlarged Prostate due to many scientific jargons people uses in explaining it.

So on this page, I won’t boarder you with any scientific terms, I will explain it using the Simpliest Language and words that will allow you comprehend better.

Now,

Imagine the prostate as a small gland located just below the bladder in men.

As men get older, the prostate naturally grows bigger too. 

This growth is usually harmless and a normal part of aging.

The main reason the prostate gets larger is because of changes in hormones in the body. 

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As men age, their hormone levels shift, leading to an increase in a particular hormone called dihydrotestosterone (or let’s just call it DHT).

This hormone causes the prostate to gradually increase in size over time.

As the prostate grows bigger, it can start pressing against the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the penis (called urethra).

When this happens, it can cause;

– Urgent in Urination
– Difficulty in starting urination
– Inability to completely empty the bladder
– Increased urination frequency at night
– Pain during urination
– Slow urine flow
– Abdominal pain
– Painful ejacu-lation
– And sometimes blood in the urine and semen

The pressure on the urethra makes it harder for urine to flow freely, leading to various urinary issues like a weak urine stream, frequent trips to the bathroom, difficulty starting or stopping urination, and the feeling that the bladder is not fully emptied after urination.

This enlargement of the prostate is a common condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

While it’s not cancer and generally not dangerous, it can be bothersome and affect a man’s quality of life like causing so much frequency in urination, bad ere-ction or premature ejac-ulation.

Vitamin B6

Studies have suggested that vitamin B6 may help reduce the risk of developing an enlarged prostate or prostate cancer.

Vitamin B6 has also been shown to reduce inflammation in the prostate gland, which is a key factor in the development of an enlarged prostate.

In addition, some studies suggest that vitamin B6 may improve symptoms of an enlarged prostate, including urinary frequency and urgency.

One study found that men with an enlarged prostate who took a combination of saw palmetto and vitamin B6 had a significant improvement in urinary symptoms compared to those who took saw palmetto alone.

Red Raspberry

The plant is rich in antioxidants, which help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.

Studies have suggested that red raspberry extract may help inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells and reduce the size of prostate tumors. Additionally, the fruit contains ellagic acid, which may also have anti-cancer properties.

Moreover, red raspberry has been shown to have a positive effect on the urinary system, reducing symptoms of urinary incontinence and improving bladder function in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Zinc & Pumpkin Seeds

Study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that men with higher levels of zinc in their blood had a lower risk of developing prostate cancer.

Pumpkin seeds are a good source of several nutrients, including zinc, magnesium, and healthy fats.

They have been traditionally used to alleviate urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate, such as urinary frequency and difficulty urinating

One study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that taking pumpkin seed oil supplements improved symptoms of overactive bladder and improved quality of life in men with an enlarged prostate.

Stinging Nettle

Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a plant that has been used traditionally to treat urinary and prostate problems.