Until twenty years ago, prostatitis was considered a middle-aged disease because it was rarely diagnosed in men under the age of forty. Today, acute inflammation of the prostate is not uncommon in young people in their twenties. And chronic prostatitis is observed in 45% of men aged 25-50 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 the prevention of prostatitis?
There are groups of men who have a higher risk of developing prostatitis than others.
- Men over 45.
- Sedentary professions: programmers, computer scientists, office workers, accountants, economists, etc.
- Drivers, lovers of long cycling trips, as well as 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 northern areas, climbers, high altitude builders, hobbyistsdownhill skiing, etc.
- Suffering from chronic infectious diseases.
- Smokers.
However, since the disease quickly rejuvenates, all men should take steps not to face prostatitis in the future.
The 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, very often the recommendations are general in nature. But in the case of preventing prostatitis, diet really plays an important role. The point is that a diet designed to prevent prostate problems should solve several specific problems, not just "strengthen the body".
Good nutrition to protect against prostatitis has the following goals:
- Reduces irritation of the prostate that occurs after eating certain foods.
- Improves 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 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 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 infections.
- Strong alcohol causes narrowing of the already narrow prostate ducts, there is a stagnation of secretions, a direct consequence of which is prostatitis.
- Carbonated drinks and drinks fermented with gases (kvass, beer) also irritate the prostate.
- Dishes based on 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 raise blood cholesterol levels, which impairs blood flow, including to 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 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 parsnip (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 eaten regularly, these vegetables prolong men's health and protect 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 thirty-day course once a year or more often. Antioxidants protect prostate tissue from the effects of inflammation, increase the prostate's ability to resist infection, also improve blood flow in small capillaries, and slow down age-related tissue disorders.
Important! As for the recommendations to eat nuts, pumpkin seeds or bananas, since they are rich in necessary vitamins and antioxidants, experts have an unequivocal opinion: the products contain insufficient amounts of these micronutrients to bring them to the body. 'organization.
If a man likes nuts or seeds, it is safe to include them in his diet, these products will not cause any harm, but they will not significantly affect the condition of the prostate. As for 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 specially designed to protect the male reproductive system from unwanted changes. It contains 6 natural antioxidants in working doses. 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, quitting the habit will significantly reduce the risk of developing prostatitis. Smoking seriously interferes with venous return, resulting in tissue edema, blood and lymphatic congestion. The general blood circulation in the pelvic organs slows down, the prostate receives insufficient nutrition and oxygen, and its normal work becomes impossible.
Regular sex life plays an important role in preventing prostatitis. This is the main way to prevent congestion of the prostate. 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 the trick.
Gymnastics and exercise for the prevention of prostatitis
There is also a special gymnastics, which is specifically aimed at improving the condition of the pelvic organs and reducing the risk of developing prostatitis.
First of all, Kegel exercises should be mentioned. They cause active blood flow to the prostate, strengthen the muscles of the small pelvis, and also increase their tone. Besides 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", "candle", "bike", "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 increase the total training time to 4 minutes. Such gymnastics will not take much time, but with regular exercise it will significantly affect men's health.
Prostate massage
Prostate massage is performed only by specialists and only after a suitable 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 to prostate massage and only accept it with severe forms of chronic prostatitis. Although experts believe that this procedure gives the best results precisely to prevent the disease.
So, a man can choose these recommendations for the prevention of prostatitis, which he can follow regularly.