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 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 older than 45 years.
- Sedentary occupations: programmers, computer scientists, office workers, accountants, economists, etc.
- Riders, lovers of long bike trips, as well as often use air transport.
- Men who are temporarily or permanently in adverse weather conditions: at low air temperatures and high humidity. For example, those who work on a rotational basis in the northern regions, climbers, builders at altitudes, lovers of alpine skiing, etc.
- He suffers from chronic infectious diseases.
- Smokers.
However, as the disease progresses, all men should take steps to avoid facing prostatitis in the future.
Prevention of prostatitis includes many recommendations. One 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 diet. Unfortunately, very 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, not just "strengthen the body".
A proper diet to protect against prostatitis has the following goals:
- Reduce prostate irritation that occurs after eating certain foods.
- They 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 and increase the risk of prostatitis?
- All kinds of peppers and sauces with them, horseradish, onions and other hot spices: they irritate the prostate tissue and cause inflammation.
- Citrus fruits, especially lemon and grapefruit, sour fruits and berries are bad for the condition of the prostate and reduce resistance to infections.
- Strong alcohol causes narrowing of the already narrow channels of the prostate, there is a stagnation of secretions, the direct consequence of which is prostatitis.
- Carbonated drinks and beverages fermented with gases (yeast, beer) also irritate the prostate.
- Legume dishes (pea soup, beans, etc. ), Mushroom and offal: difficult to digest, slows bowel motility and causes gas and constipation.
- Bacon, bacon and fried foods increase the level of cholesterol in the blood, which disrupts 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 preventing prostatitis?
- Seafood and fish at least once a week. They contain important amino acids and omega polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are necessary for the normal functioning of the prostate and its ability to resist inflammation.
- Parsley and parsnips (herbs and roots) can be added to food as a spice to dishes, especially in summer. Positive anti-inflammatory effects of these plants on the prostate have been proven in numerous studies.
- Cabbage of all kinds (cabbage, kohlrabi, ham, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts), radishes, beets - if possible, several times a week. Studies have shown that when consumed regularly, this vegetable prolongs the health of men and protects against age-related changes in the prostate.
- Low-fat yogurt products - at least 2-3 times a week. They are needed to normalize bowel 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 tissues from the effects of inflammation, increase the prostate's ability to resist infections, and also improve blood circulation in small capillaries and slow down age-related tissue disorders.
Bitan! As for the recommendations to eat nuts, pumpkin seeds or bananas, as they are rich in necessary vitamins and antioxidants, experts have an unequivocal opinion: the products contain insufficient amounts of these micronutrients to be able to provide them to the body.
If a man likes nuts or seeds, then he can safely include them in his diet, these products will not cause harm, but 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 designed specifically to protect the male reproductive system from unwanted changes. Contains 6 natural antioxidants in working doses. Experience with the application shows that Synergin has a noticeable prophylactic effect even to protect against exacerbation of chronic prostatitis.
Lifestyle - what to look out for?
If a man smokes, giving up this habit will significantly reduce the probability of getting prostatitis. Smoking seriously impairs the return of veins, leading to tissue edema, blood and lymph congestion. The general blood circulation in the pelvic organs slows down, the prostate receives an insufficient amount of food and oxygen, and its normal work becomes impossible.
Regular sex life plays an important role in the prevention of prostatitis. This is the main way to prevent prostate congestion. However, it is important to use condoms during sexual intercourse.
With a sedentary lifestyle, a person should incorporate more physical activity into his life. Swimming, tennis or running, regular walking or not using the lift will suffice.
Gymnastics and exercises for the prevention of prostatitis
There is also a special gymnastics that is especially 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 in the prostate, 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.
Another option is to use gymnastic exercises that are familiar and familiar from childhood. "Bridge", "candle", "bike", "birch" are aimed at training and strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. It is recommended to do them every day, in the morning, for 15-30 seconds and gradually bring the total training time to 4 minutes. Such gymnastics will not take much time, but regular exercise will noticeably affect men's health.
Prostate massage
Prostate massage is performed only by experts and only after an appropriate meeting. 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 the case of severe forms of chronic prostatitis. Although experts believe that this procedure gives the best results precisely for the prevention of the disease.
So, a man can choose those recommendations for the prevention of prostatitis, which he can follow regularly.