Prostate health
Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008Prostate cancer is a very common cancer in older American men, and various symptoms of benign prostate enlargement (BPE) can sometimes begin as early as in the 20’s. A number of natural supplements are available to help protect prostate health.
Consider the following:
Saw Palmetto - treats symptoms of BPE (reported to be as effective as prescription treatments but with no side effects, and as an added bonus may also help reduce the effects of male pattern baldness at the time time); must be taken regularly; a standard dosage may be 320 mg daily
Pumpkin seed oil - treats symptoms of BPE, alone or in combination formulas with saw palmetto; a standard dosage can be 160 mg. with meals (three times a day); look for a formula that is standardized for fatty acid content; many men also eat the pumpkin seeds themselves
Nettles - can help reduce symptoms of BPE; either alone or in combination formulas containing saw palmetto and/or pygeum, typical recommendation is 120 mg. capsule twice per day