Support for Healthy Prostate? Naturally.†
Prostate health is an important element in men’s vitality. Beyond cutting unhealthy habits and boosting exercise, you might wonder what else you can do to support a healthy prostate. The addition of certain foods known to support prostate health is one way that can surely help.
- Broccoli
This cruciferous vegetable contains sulforaphane, a compound that boosts detoxifying phase 2 enzyme activity.† Another benefit from broccoli is a plant chemical called diindolylmethane (DIM) that's formed when broccoli is eaten. DIM has been shown to support a healthy immune system and healthy prostate cells.† Not bad reasons to add it to your diet often.
- Green Tea
Contains epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG, a compound known for its antioxidant and immune cellular support.†
- Maitake mushrooms
The D-fraction in maitake is an important compound for support of healthy prostate.†
- Tomatoes
Contain lycopene, a carotenoid studied for prostate supportive benefits—found in the Mediterranean diet.†
Following a diet with these beneficial ingredients may not always be practical. For concentrated—and convenient—prostate support, you may consider supplementation.
Supplemental Support
The important nutrients found in broccoli, green tea, Maitake mushrooms and tomatoes can also be found in Healthy Cells™ Prostate† dietary supplement. This prostate-supporting supplement includes the essential trace element, selenium, as well.† Research has demonstrated several potential mechanisms with selenium, including antioxidant activity and support of healthy hormone levels.†
Saw Palmetto: Benefits from a Berry
Any discussion of prostate health should include saw palmetto. With a long history of use and an extensive body of research, saw palmetto is the most popular botanical for prostate health support.† The health benefit of saw palmetto is derived from the berries.† Saw palmetto has been shown to maintain the balance of the male hormones testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) present in prostatic tissue, thus promoting healthy urination and prostate gland functioning.†
The benefits of saw palmetto can be found in Super Saw Palmetto® dietary supplement. And for combined prostate health support, Prostate Advantage® saw palmetto complex joins saw palmetto with pumpkin seed oil and pygeum bark extract. †
Pumpkin seed oil contains high levels of phytosterols, including beta-sitosterol, as well as linoleic acid, selenium and other beneficial nutrients for bladder and prostate health.†
Pygeum also contains phytosterols, beta-sitosterol, as well as important plant fats and key compounds for support of healthy bladder smooth muscle tissue.† Pygeum also blocks testosterone precursors to support healthy testosterone levels.†
Stinging Nettle
Another key herb for support of prostate health comes from stinging nettle root extract.† Recent research has focused on the health supportive benefits of stinging nettle roots for healthy urinary flow and prostate function.† Stinging nettle has been shown to support a natural anti-inflammatory response.† This ingredient is available in Better Bladder™† for Men dietary supplement, a formula that also includes pumpkin and pygeum.
Prostate health, naturally
While men’s vitality encompasses many factors, prostate health is primary among them. It’s good to remember that supporting a healthy prostate can be done naturally, with exercise, diet and natural supplements.†
Published September 22, 2009