Until twenty years ago, prostatitis was considered a disease of middle age, since it was rarely diagnosed in men under the age of forty. Today, acute inflammation of the prostate gland is not uncommon in twenty-year-olds. And chronic prostatitis is observed in 45% of men aged 25 to 50 years.
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 have a higher risk of developing prostatitis than others.
- Men over 45.
- Sedentary professions: programmers, IT specialists, office workers, accountants, economists, etc.
- Drivers, lovers of long cycling trips, as well as often using air transport.
- Men who are temporarily or permanently in adverse weather conditions: at low air temperatures and high humidity. For example, those working on a rotational basis in the northern regions, climbers, high-altitude builders, fans of alpine skiing, etc.
- Suffering from chronic infectious diseases.
- Smokers.
However, given that the disease is rapidly getting younger, all men should take measures not to face prostatitis in the future.
Prevention of prostate inflammation includes many recommendations. A man can follow all of them or some of them. Experts believe that even partial adherence to the recommendations reduces the risk of this disease.
Diet for the prevention of prostatitis
All doctors talk about the role of nutrition. Unfortunately, very often the recommendations are general in nature. But in the case of the prevention of prostatitis, the diet really plays an important role. The fact is that a diet to prevent problems with the prostate gland must solve several specific problems, and not just "strengthen the body. "
Proper nutrition to protect against prostatitis has the following goals:
- Reduce irritation of the prostate gland that occurs after eating certain foods.
- Improve blood circulation in small and large capillaries.
- Normalize digestion to eliminate constipation and other disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Constipation is one of the factors in the development of prostatitis.
- Provide a favorable environment for the development of natural intestinal microflora.
What foods harm the prostate gland and increase the risk of prostatitis?
- All types of peppers and sauces with them, horseradish, onions and other hot spices: they irritate the tissues of the prostate gland and cause inflammation.
- Citrus fruits, especially lemons and grapefruits, acidic fruits and berries are bad for the condition of the prostate and reduce its resistance to infections.
- Strong alcohol causes narrowing of the already narrow ducts of the prostate, stagnation of secretions occurs, a direct consequence of which is prostatitis.
- Carbonated drinks and drinks fermented with gases (kvass, beer) also irritate the prostate gland.
- Dishes 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 levels, which impairs blood circulation, including in the pelvic organs. It is this phenomenon that often becomes the leading cause of the development of prostatitis in men.
What foods are good for the prevention of 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 gland and its ability to resist inflammation.
- Parsley and parsnips (herbs and roots) can be added to food as a seasoning in dishes, especially in the summer. The positive anti-inflammatory effects of these herbs on the prostate have been proven in numerous studies.
- Cabbage of all kinds (cabbage, kohlrabi, collard, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts), radishes, turnips - if possible, several times a week. Studies have shown that when consumed regularly, these vegetables prolong men's health and protect against age-related changes in the prostate gland.
- Sour milk products of low fat content - 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 thirty-day course once a year or more often. Antioxidants protect the tissues of the prostate gland from the effects of inflammation, increase the ability of the prostate to resist infections, and also improve blood circulation in small capillaries and slow down age-related disorders in tissues.
Important! As for the recommendations to eat nuts, pumpkin seeds or bananas, since they are rich in the necessary vitamins and antioxidants, experts have an unequivocal opinion: the products contain insufficient amounts of these micronutrients to provide them to the body.
If a man loves nuts or seeds, then he can safely include them in his diet, these products will not bring harm, but they will not significantly affect the condition of the prostate gland. 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, is designed specifically to protect the male reproductive system from unwanted changes. It contains 6 natural antioxidants in working dosages. 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, then giving up this habit will significantly reduce the likelihood of getting prostatitis. Smoking seriously impairs venous return, which leads to tissue edema, blood and lymph congestion. The general blood circulation in the pelvic organs slows down, the prostate gland receives insufficient nutrition and oxygen, and its normal work becomes impossible.
A regular sex life plays an important role in the prevention of prostatitis. This is the main way to prevent congestion in the prostate gland. However, it is important to use condoms when having sex.
With a sedentary lifestyle, a man should bring more physical activity into his life. Swimming, tennis or jogging, regular walking or not using the elevator will do.
Gymnastics and Exercise for Prostatitis Prevention
There is also a special gymnastics, which is aimed specifically at improving the condition of the pelvic organs and reducing the likelihood of developing prostatitis.
First of all, Kegel exercises should be mentioned. They cause an active blood flow to the prostate gland, strengthen the muscles of the small pelvis, and also increase their tone. In addition to preventing prostatitis, these exercises also improve the quality of your sex life.
The second option is to use gymnastic exercises that are familiar and familiar from childhood. The "bridge", "candle", "bicycle", "birch" are aimed at training and strengthening the pelvic muscles. It is advisable to do them every day, in the morning, for 15-30 seconds each and gradually bring the total training time to 4 minutes. Such gymnastics will not take much time, but with regular exercise it will noticeably affect men's health.
Prostate massage
Prostate massage is performed only by specialists and only after an appropriate appointment. The massage is a direct palpation of the prostate through the anal passage. The prophylactic course is 8-10 procedures every other day.
Many men have a negative attitude towards prostate massage and agree to it only in case of severe forms of chronic prostatitis. Although experts believe that this procedure gives the best results precisely to prevent the disease.
Thus, a man can choose those recommendations for the prevention of prostatitis that he can follow regularly.