Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) affects about fifty percent of the men over the age of 50. The presence of the condition does not mean that you will get prostate cancer, but if you are exhibiting symptoms of BPH you should be checked by a medical professional to ascertain that it is indeed the benign condition and not prostate cancer. You should be checked even if you intend to treat the condition with natural remedies for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that affects about fifty percent of men over the age of 50. It is an enlarged prostate gland that can cause painful and difficult urination in the men affected with the condition. BPH can also cause occasional incontinence and symptoms of frequent urgent need of urination.
Are There Natural Remedies for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?
Hormonal imbalance is commonly what causes the enlargement of the prostate gland resulting in BPH. Treatment methods are directed to decreasing the inflammation to alleviate the symptoms.
Many herbal remedies have been effective in reducing the inflammation of the prostate gland. Several herbs offer this benefit including hydrangea root or horsetail which can be taken as a capsule, tincture or in a tea. Other helpful herbs are nettle root and saw palmetto. These are simply a few of the multiple herbs available for treatment of BPH. Consult your local health store or naturalist to determine what is available in your area.
Changes in your diet should include fruits, vegetables, soy, seeds, nuts, whole grains, olive oil and cold water fish. You should avoid dairy products, fried foods, caffeine, beer and alcohol, junk foods and refined sugars and flour.
Discomfort may also be treated using a sitz bath to help relieve pain and reduce inflammation allowing for easier flow of urine.
Benefits of Using Natural Remedies for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Treating your condition with natural remedies of herbs helps you to avoid introducing chemicals into your body and keeps you safe from the possible side effects and adverse reactions that often accompany them.
Herbal remedies have proven to be effective for the treatment of BPH. Studies conducted on the herb saw palmetto showed the patients with a significant amount of improvement in 45 days. Nettle root has been studied and proved successful with a dose of approximately 120mg twice each day. Your local health store will probably have these herbs on the shelf and your physician can help determine which doses would best benefit you. Always consult your physician before adding any new medication including herbs, vitamins or minerals to your regimen because drug interactions can occur.
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