Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

by Kathyrn Libby -
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     Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a very disease that strikes many men due to the natural changes that occur as a man ages. Hormones, as well as risk factors including obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, increased systemic inflammation, are all associated with BPH (Rakel, 2018). The most well-known supplement for BPH is Saw Palmetto. This supplement is antiandrogenic, antiproliferative and antiinflammatory (Rakel, 2018). 

A study completed by Andriole et., al (2013) concluded there was no difference between Saw Palmetto and a placebo on the effect of the PSA level. 

References:

Andriole, G. L., McCullum-Hill, C., Sandhu, G. S., Crawford, E. D., Barry, M. J., Cantor, A., & CAMUS Study Group. (2013). The effect of increasing doses of saw palmetto fruit extract on serum prostate specific antigen: analysis of the CAMUS randomized trial. The Journal of urology, 189(2), 486-492.

Rakel, D. (2018) Integrative medicine (4thEd.). Elsevier Saunders: Philadelphia.

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Re: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

by Dominic Lomibao -

Hello Jill, 

In the western world, the issues regarding prostate problems continue to rise because of the diet.  Some ways to also alleviate some of these problems include eliminating foods high in fats, sugars, and processed foods.  Reducing stress and exercise as well.  Vitamin D also can prevent prostate problems.  So I should be out more in the sun and enjoying the day. 

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