Food for Good Prostate Health

04 October 2010
Posted in Eating Habits

What to Eat for Good Prostate Health?

The prostate gland has a reputation as a health destroyer. The urethra becomes squashed and therefore blocked by the enlarged prostate in nearly every ageing man.

This challenging problem causes difficulty in urination and augments the risk of bladder infections and kidney damage. Despite all this, it is possible that you may already be eating some very good goods in your daily diet which can help to impede the start of prostate problems.

Tomatoes, watermelons, red grapefruit, papaya and red berries are all great sources of lycopene, a health-promoting plant pigment known for its cancer-battling ability. It also promotes a strong immune system and helps support prostate health in men.

Fresh fruits are always an excellent choice, however the lycopene in cooked tomatoes is in fact absorbed more easily by the body. It is also your ally in the battle against heart disease. Tomato ketchup as well as a tomato-based spaghetti sauce are also excellent sources of lycopene.

Quercetin, a flavonoid that forms the backbone of many other flavonoids, may have positive effects in combating or helping to prevent many different types of cancer, including prostate cancer. In addition its antihistamine and anti-inflammatory qualities may be useful in easing the pain of inflammation in the prostate. Foods rich in quercetin include apples, black and green tea, onions, raspberries, red wine, red grapes, citrus fruits, broccoli and other leafy green vegetables, and cherries. Honey and sap, including the type from eucalyptus and tea tree flowers, have also been found to contain quercetin.

It is vital to remember to get a healthy balance of foods to keep your prostate healthy, including antioxidants, vitamin E from nuts and seeds, and drink plenty of clear fluids to help flush the bladder. Try to avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods.

Keeping your weight in check will also help maintain a healthy prostate.