Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
DiseaseAlso known as: BPH, enlarged prostate
Foods That May Help
Foods linked to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the research literature.
- OnionsReduces risk of
Eating onions and garlic associated with significantly lower BPH risk
Source: How Not to Age
- GarlicReduces risk of
Eating onions and garlic associated with significantly lower BPH risk
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- Ground FlaxseedImproves3 tablespoons per day
Relief comparable to drugs like Flomax or Proscar without side effects
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- CranberriesImproves1/8 to 3/4 teaspoon cranberry powder per day
Significant improvements in BPH symptoms at doses as low as 1/8 teaspoon of cranberry powder daily, beating placebo
Source: How Not to Age
- Pumpkin SeedsImproves
European FDA equivalent concluded they can be used for relief of lower urinary tract symptoms related to enlarged prostate
Source: How Not to Age
- FlaxseedsImproves
Zhang 2008: flaxseed lignan extract improved BPH symptoms
Source: How Not to Age
- Tomato PasteImproves
Edinger 2006: tomato paste consumption lowered PSA levels in BPH patients
Source: How Not to Age
- LegumesReduces risk of
Legumes—beans, chickpeas, split peas, and lentils—have been associated with lower risk of BPH
Source: How Not to Die
- PeanutsProtects against
Peanut sprouts (germinated peanuts) containing high amounts of resveratrol reduced molecular markers of BPH such as 5α-reductase, and reduced the size, weight and thickness of prostate in model rats.
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- CranberryProtects against
In a rat model, cranberry powder had a significant decreasing effect on prostate weight, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), and 5-alpha reductase.
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- GingerProtects against
Ginger has oestrogen-modulating effects which means that it can be beneficial in prostate hyperplasia, as well as in osteoporosis, menopause and certain cancers.
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- PepitasImproves
Source: The How Not to Age Cookbook
Compounds That May Help
Bioactive compounds linked to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the research.
- ZincProtects against
Zinc has consistently been shown to play an active role in BPH. Zinc exhibits a concentration-dependent effect on inflammation, oxidation and apoptosis through modulation of TNF-α and IL-6.
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
Recipes That May Help
- Vegetable Broth 2.0
- Quick Kimchi
- Okinawa-Inspired Smoothie
- Flax Crackers
- Pink Juice (Whole-Cranberry Cocktail)
- Arugula and Pumpkin Seed Pesto
- Pumpkin Seed Cardamom Butter
- Super-Seed Quinoa Crackers
- Paleo Trail-Mix Muffins
- Quinoa, Strawberry, and Sunchoke Salad
- Cabbage Slaw with Savory Seed Mix
- Quick Spicy Tomato Soup
- Roasted Cauliflower Soup
- Salmon with Fennel and Citrus Salad
- Trail-Mix Energy Cookies
- Quinoa, Cashew, and Dark Chocolate Squares
- Dr. Fuhrman's Anti-Inflammatory Green Smoothie
- Chickpea and Tempeh Breakfast Burritos
- Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal
- Lentil-Walnut Burgers with Cheesy Sauce
- Banana-Walnut Cake with Blackberry-Almond Butter Sauce
- Protein Powerhouse Smoothie
- Lemon-Ginger Apple Chews
- Ginger with Brown Sugar Tea
- Ginger and Date Tea
- Umami Sauce 2.0
- Ginger and Cashew Energy Balls
- Edamame and Bean Salad with Crispy Tofu
- Coconut Carrot Soup with Crispy Chickpeas
- Curried Butternut Squash Soup
- Red Lentil Tarka Dahl
- Harissa Chickpea Stew
- Thai-Style Shrimp with Mango Salad
- Steamed Fish with Ginger and Bok Choy
- Tomato Fish Curry with Coconut Rice
- Chickpea Curry with Beet Raita
- Creamy Almond Masala Chai Latte
- Groatnola Plus
Sources
- How Not to Age
- How Not to Die
- Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- The How Not to Age Cookbook