Until twenty years ago, prostatitis was considered a middle-aged condition because it was rarely diagnosed in men under the age of forty. Acute inflammation of the prostate is not uncommon in 20-year-olds today. Chronic prostatitis is seen in 45% of men between the ages of 25 and 50.
Prostatitis is accompanied by painful symptoms (fever, pain, difficulty urinating, erectile dysfunction), leads to complications such as cystitis, pyelonephritis, infertility and, of course, seriously affects the quality of life.
Therefore, today men are increasingly interested in ways to prevent prostatitis.
Who Needs Prostatitis Prevention?
There are groups of men who are at higher risk of developing prostatitis than others.
- Men over 45.
- Sedentary professions: programmers, IT specialists, office workers, accountants, economists, etc.
- Drivers, lovers of long bike rides and often by air.
- Men who are temporarily or permanently exposed to adverse weather conditions: at low air temperatures and high humidity. For example, those who work in rotation in the northern regions, climbers, height builders, fans of alpine skiing, etc.
- Suffering from chronic infectious diseases.
- Smoker.
Given that the disease is rapidly aging, all men should take steps to prevent future prostatitis.
Prostate inflammation prevention has many recommendations. A man can follow all or some of them. Experts believe that even partial compliance with the recommendations will reduce the risk of this disease.
Diet for the prevention of prostatitis
All doctors talk about the role of diet. Unfortunately, the recommendations are very often of a general nature. But diet really plays an important role in preventing prostatitis. The fact is that a diet to prevent problems with the prostate has to solve several specific problems, not just "strengthen the body".
Proper nutrition to protect against prostatitis has the following goals:
- Reduce prostate irritation that occurs after consuming certain foods.
- Improve blood circulation in both small and large capillaries.
- Normalize digestion to get rid of constipation and other gastrointestinal disorders. Constipation is one of the factors in prostatitis development.
- Provide a favorable environment for the development of the natural intestinal flora.
Which foods harm the prostate and increase the risk of prostatitis?
- All kinds of peppers and sauces, horseradish, onions and other hot spices: they irritate the tissues of the prostate and cause inflammation.
- Citrus fruits, especially lemons and grapefruits, sour fruits and berries, are bad for the condition of the prostate and reduce its resistance to infection.
- Strong alcohol leads to a narrowing of the already narrow channels of the prostate, stagnation of secretions occurs, the direct consequence of which is prostatitis.
- Carbonated drinks and beverages fermented with gases (kvass, beer) also irritate the prostate.
- Dishes made from legumes (pea soup, beans, etc. ), mushrooms and offal: difficult to digest, slow down intestinal motility and cause gas and constipation.
- Bacon, bacon, and fried foods increase blood cholesterol, which affects blood circulation, including in the pelvic organs. This phenomenon often becomes the main cause of the development of prostatitis in men.
What foods are good for preventing prostatitis?
- Seafood and fish at least once a week. They contain important amino acids and omega polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are essential for the normal functioning of the prostate and its ability to resist inflammation.
- Parsley and parsnips (herbs and roots) can be added to food as a spice in dishes, especially in summer. The positive anti-inflammatory effects of these herbs on the prostate have been proven in numerous studies.
- Cabbage of all kinds (cabbage, kohlrabi, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts), radishes, beets - several times a week if possible. Studies have shown that when consumed regularly, this vegetable prolongs men's health and protects against age-related changes in the prostate.
- Low-fat sour milk products - at least 2-3 times a week. They are needed to normalize intestinal motility and maintain beneficial microflora.
- Antioxidants, especially rutin, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, and lutein, take a 30-day course once a year or more. Antioxidants protect prostate tissues from the effects of inflammation, increase the prostate's ability to withstand infection, improve blood flow in small capillaries, and slow down age-related disorders in tissues.
Important! Regarding the recommendations for consuming nuts, pumpkin seeds or bananas, experts are clear because they are rich in the necessary vitamins and antioxidants: the products do not contain enough micronutrients to make them available to the body.
If a man loves nuts or seeds, he can safely include them in his diet. These products will not do any harm, but will not significantly affect the condition of the prostate. When it comes to the prevention of prostatitis, it is much more effective to use complexes with a high content of antioxidants and vitamins. One of them, Synergin, was specially formulated to protect the male reproductive system from unwanted changes. It contains 6 natural antioxidants in working dosages. The application experience shows that Synergin has a noticeable prophylactic effect, even to protect against exacerbations of chronic prostatitis.
Lifestyle - what to look for?
If a man smokes, giving up this habit will greatly reduce the chances of developing prostatitis. Smoking seriously affects venous return, leading to tissue edema, blood and lymph congestion. The general blood flow to the pelvic organs slows down, the prostate does not receive enough nutrition and oxygen, and its normal work becomes impossible.
Having a normal sex life plays an important role in preventing prostatitis. This is the main way to prevent prostate obstruction. However, it is important to use condoms during sex.
With a sedentary lifestyle, a man should bring more physical activity into his life. Swimming, tennis or jogging, walking regularly or not using the elevator are sufficient.
Gymnastics and exercise for the prevention of prostatitis
There is also special gymnastics that is specifically aimed at improving the condition of the pelvic organs and reducing the likelihood of prostatitis.
First of all, Kegel exercises should be mentioned. They cause active blood flow in the prostate, strengthen the muscles of the small pelvis and increase tone. These exercises not only prevent prostatitis but also improve the quality of your sex life.
The second option is to use gymnastic exercises known and trusted from childhood. The "bridge", "candle", "bicycle", "birch" aim to train and strengthen the pelvic muscles. It is advisable to do it every day in the morning for 15 to 30 seconds at a time, gradually increasing the total training time to 4 minutes. Such gymnastics will not take much time, but with regular exercise, men's health will be noticeably affected.
Prostate massage
The prostate massage is performed only by specialists and only after a suitable appointment. The massage is a direct palpation of the prostate through the anal passage. The prophylactic course includes 8-10 procedures every other day.
Many men have a negative attitude towards prostate massage and only agree to it if they have severe forms of chronic prostatitis. Although experts believe that this procedure will give the best results precisely for preventing the disease.
So, a man can choose the recommendations for the prevention of prostatitis, which he can regularly follow.