Men are likely to face a typical problem with their prostate,
a small male gland located between the bowel and the bladder,
once they are above the age of forty. A major problem arises
when this gland enlarges and pressurizes the urethra through
which the urine is passed.
The dribbling, incontinence, burning sensation and the necessity
to get up in the night frequently for urinating associated with
the condition can cause extreme irritation and annoyance.
The prostate produces specific proteins and a blood test for PSA
(prostate specific antigen) that shows high levels, indicates an
enlargement. It is necessary to establish whether the enlarged
prostate is cancerous or benign in nature. An enlarged prostate
can also be felt easily during a physical or ultrasonic rectal
examination.
The exact cause of prostate cancer is not known but genetic
predispositions and a fat rich diet are suspected to be the
cause behind it. However, it is known that the male hormone
testosterone stimulates the growth of the prostate and the
cancer cells that it might be containing.
On diagnosis prostate cancer is classified into stages depending
upon the extent of the spread. Initially it metastasizes to
lymph glands and later to the other parts of the body,
especially to bones, lungs, liver or bladder.
Being careful about prostate health even before you turn forty
can help you in taking certain preventive measures. Though an
enlarged prostate does not necessarily mean prostate cancer, the
fear of a cancerous prostate hangs like the legendary sword of
Damocles.
Recent studies have shown that despite poor prognostic profiles,
South Asian men have a better chance of survival from prostate
cancer than white men. This is indicative of the benefits of a
particular lifestyle that is conducive for preventing,
controlling and avoiding prostate cancer.
Although a diet rich in lycopene and selenium along with herbs
for prostate enlargement like saw palmetto are part of an
effective treatment of prostate cancer, the role played by
vitamins cannot be denied.
* Vitamin E acts as a catalyst for lycopene. It activates its
properties of combating cancer. Vitamin E is fat-soluble vitamin
that is essential for normal reproduction and an important
antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body.
* Vitamin D specifically targets cancers that are not caused by
testosterone. While avoiding overexposure to heat, ensure that
you get exposure to sunlight for at least 20 minutes every day.
* Make sure that you eat as much of green leafy vegetables and
yellow and orange fruits that are rich in beta-carotene. The
beta-carotene works in tandem with Vitamin D to counterbalance
the low tissue level of lycopene and restrict the rapid
multiplication of cancer cells.
Staying fit and active is the best proactive natural remedy to
avoid prostate medicine. The body’s own defenses are better
equipped to fight even incurable diseases. A fat free diet, an
active lifestyle with adequate quantities of vitamins and
minerals go a long way to strengthen the immune system.
Despite the accepted effectiveness of herbs, vitamins and
natural foods, it is recommended that all treatments for
prostate cancer be under guidance of a specialist.
Information:
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