Until twenty years ago, prostatitis was considered a middle-aged disease, as it was rarely diagnosed in men under the age of forty. Today, acute inflammation of the prostate gland is not uncommon in the twenties. And chronic prostatitis is observed 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, men today 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 journeys by bicycle, 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 who work in rotation in the northern regions, mountaineers, high altitude builders, alpine ski enthusiasts, etc.
- Suffers from chronic infectious diseases.
- Smokers.
However, as the disease is rapidly getting younger, all men should take steps to avoid facing prostatitis in the future.
Prevention of inflammation of the prostate includes many recommendations. A man can follow all 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, most often the recommendations are of a general nature. But in the case of prostatitis prevention, diet really plays an important role. The fact is that a diet to prevent prostate problems must solve several specific problems, and not just "strengthen the body".
Proper nutrition to protect against prostatitis has the following objectives:
- It reduces the irritation of the prostate gland that occurs after eating certain foods.
- Improves blood circulation in small and large capillaries.
- Normalizes 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 and increase the risk of prostatitis?
- All kinds of peppers and sauces with them, horseradish, onions and other hot spices - they irritate the tissues of the prostate gland and provoke inflammation.
- Citrus fruits, especially lemons and grapefruits, sour fruits and berries are harmful to the condition of the prostate and reduce its resistance to infections.
- Strong alcohol causes narrowing of the already narrow ducts of the prostate, there is a stagnation of secretions, a direct consequence of which is prostatitis.
- Carbonated drinks and gas-fermented drinks (kvass, beer) also irritate the prostate gland.
- Dishes based on legumes (pea soup, beans, etc. ), Mushrooms and offal: difficult to digest, slow intestinal motility and cause gas and constipation.
- Bacon, bacon and fried foods raise blood cholesterol levels, which impairs blood circulation, including in the pelvic organs. It is this phenomenon that often becomes the main cause of the development of prostatitis in men.
What foods are good for prostatitis prevention?
- Seafood and fish at least once a week. They contain important amino acids and omega polyunsaturated fatty acids, essential for the normal functioning of the prostate gland and for its ability to resist inflammation.
- Parsley and parsnips (herbs and roots) can be added to foods as a seasoning 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, kohlrabi, 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.
- 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 thirty-day course once a year or more often. Antioxidants protect prostate gland tissues from the effects of inflammation, increase the prostate's ability to resist infection, and also improve blood circulation in small capillaries and slow down age-related disorders in the tissues.
Important! As for the recommendations for eating nuts, pumpkin seeds or bananas, as they are rich in the necessary vitamins and antioxidants, experts have an unequivocal opinion: the products contain insufficient amounts of these micronutrients to supply them to the body.
If a man loves nuts or seeds, he can safely include them in his diet, these products will not 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 specifically designed to protect the male reproductive system from unwanted changes. Contains 6 natural antioxidants at working dosages. Application experience shows that Synergin has a remarkable prophylactic effect also to protect against exacerbations of chronic prostatitis.
Lifestyle: what to look for?
If a man smokes, giving up this habit will significantly reduce the likelihood of contracting prostatitis. Smoking severely impairs venous return, which leads to tissue edema, blood and lymphatic congestion. 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 prostate gland congestion. However, it is important to use condoms when having sex.
With a sedentary lifestyle, a man should bring more physical activity into his life than him. He will be fine to swim, play tennis or jog, walk regularly, or not use the elevator.
Gymnastics and exercise for the prevention of prostatitis
There is also special gymnastics, which are specifically aimed 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 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 familiar and familiar gymnastic exercises from childhood. The "bridge", the "candle", the "bicycle", the "birch" are designed to train and strengthen the pelvic muscles. It is recommended to perform 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 long, but with regular exercise it will greatly affect men's health.
Prostate massage
Prostate massage is performed only by specialists and only after an appropriate appointment. 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 accept it only in cases of severe forms of chronic prostatitis. Although experts believe that this procedure gives the best results precisely for preventing the disease.
Therefore, a man can choose those recommendations for the prevention of prostatitis, which he can regularly follow.