Enlarged prostate or benign prostatic enlargement happens when cells in the prostate abnormally divide and multiply, causing the organ to increase in size.
Enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a disorder that generally affects men 50 years of age and older. BPH is not the same as prostate cancer.
The prostate is a small, muscular gland (in the shape of a walnut) in the male reproductive system. It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder and adds fluid to semen to allow sperm mobility.
With age, the cells of the gland begin to multiply, leading to an enlarged prostate. Although the exact cause is unknown, changes in male sex hormones with age may be a factor.
It occurs when the prostate enlarges to twice or even three times its size, pressing against the urethra and resulting in restricted/ obstructed urine flow.
As a consequence of this obstructed flow, lower urinary tract symptoms manifest.
In Ayurevda, prostate enlargement is known as parush granthi shoth. This problem is mainly due to the imbalance of vata dosha. Imbalance of dosha occurs due to the consumption of spicy foods and other food products which can cause the aggravation of pitta dosha also.
Home Remedies for prostate enlargement are very effective to resolve this problem to a greater extent.
Common symptoms of BPH include:
needing to urinate more than eight times a day
being unable to delay urination
waking up frequently at night to urinate
straining to urinate or having difficulty starting urination
having a weak or intermittent urine stream
being unable to empty the bladder completely, which is called urinary retention
urinating accidentally, or urinary incontinence
dribbling after urinating
Turmeric powder and honey -
Take 10-12 gooseberries, cut them, remove the seeds and finally crush them. Then add a pinch of turmeric powder and 2 teaspoonful of honey. Mix all the ingredients and consume one tablespoonful every morning. This herbal remedy is completely safe and doesn’t have side impact on health.
Pumpkin seeds-
Pumpkin seeds contain compounds like phytosterols, which play an important role for shrinking the prostate. Pumpkin seeds are also packed with a chemical which can prevent some transformation of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Higher levels of DHT are responsible for prostate enlargement.
How to consume –
One can eat the handful of pumpkin seeds for three times in day to resolve the problem of prostate enlargement.
Triphala powder remedy:
Take 1 tablespoonful of triphala powder.
Then add this powder into 250 ml of boiling water.
Boil it for 20 minutes.
Strain the liquid.
Drink the lukewarm decoction.
This is an effective herbal remedy for the prostate enlargement. One can consume this decoction two times in a day.
Stinging Nettle (Bichu ghas)
Stinging nettle is also known to be very useful for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The root of this plant contains an essential bioactive phytochemicals which helps in the shrinkage of prostate tissue. Stinging Nettle is diuretic in nature so it removes all the waste through urination.
How to consume
Take 1 teaspoon of dried nettle leaves and add it into a cup of hot water. Keep it for 10 minutes, and then strain it. One can drink this tea 2 times every day.
One can also take the stinging nettle as a supplement. One can consume the 300 mg of it every day.
Palm seeds:
The seeds of palm tree are also good for the prostate enlargement.
How to consume – One can take half teaspoon powder of palm seeds
Corn Silk:
Corn silk is an effective home remedy to fight against the symptoms of prostate enlargement. It is diuretic in nature and thus helps in the relaxation of urinary muscles and also improves the urine flow.
How to use –Cut the silk from the six ears of fresh corn.
Put them in water and bring it to boil, and then shimmer for at least 10 minutes.
Strain it and drink one cup of this every day.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar has astringent properties that help treat swollen prostate glands. It also aids weight loss and helps prevent complications of enlarged prostate like UTIs.
Mix 1 to 2 tablespoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey in a glass of warm water. Drink it twice daily.
Another option is to add 1 cup of apple cider vinegar to a bathtub of water and soak in it for 10 to 15 minutes. Enjoy this soothing bath a few times a week.
Sitz Bath:
Sitz bath is an effective and soothing home remedy for enlarged prostate enlargement. This hot bath is good for the relaxation of pelvic muscles, promotes the healing and reduces swelling. Whereas, cold bath is also good to resolve pain.
Directions
Fill bathtub with warm water and then add ½ cup of Epsom salt into it.
Fill another bathtub with cold water and then add few drops of lavender essential oil into it.
Firstly sit in the hot water bathtub up to your waist for 3 minutes.
Next, sit in the cold water bathtub which is filled up to your waist for 1 minute.
Repeat it 2 more times.
The last bath in sitz bath must always be in the cool water.
Take this sitz bath at least three times in a week.
*Tomatoes are rich in lycopene that helps ease the symptoms of BPH. Lycopene helps lower the level of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) connected to prostate inflammation and BPH. It helps lower bladder pressure and, in turn, helps shrink the enlarged prostate.
Include tomatoes and tomato products like tomato sauce, puree and juice in your diet.
You can also take a lycopene supplement, after consulting your doctor.
Garlic:
Garlic is packed with the zinc and other essential vitamins which are quite beneficial to maintain the good prostate health.
How to consume –
Take one teaspoon of garlic and one teaspoon of honey and mix them in luke warm water.
Keep it for five minutes. When it is dissolved completely and one can consume it.
For best results, consume it two times in a day before going to bed either before taking breakfast.
Curcumin:
Consumption of half teaspoon of curcumin in milk is very effective for the prostate enlargement.
Watermelon tea:
Watermelon tea is also considered as an effective remedy for prostate enlargement.
How to make –
Cut a watermelon, then remove the seeds and place them into one cup.
Next is to add watermelon seeds into boiling water jar.
Strain the tea and leave it for cooling.
Drink one cup of tea daily for at least 10 days.
Lifestyle changes
People with BPH can take action to relieve their symptoms without medication or surgery, particularly during the watchful waiting phase.
They can try the following strategies to relieve symptoms:
limiting consumption of caffeine and alcohol
reducing liquid consumption for 2 hours and going to the toilet before sleep, long journeys, or other occasions when urinating may be difficult
emptying the bladder as thoroughly as possible with each urination
doing exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles
working with a physician to train the bladder to hold more urine for longer
eating more fiber to help prevent constipation, which can worsen symptoms of BPH
avoiding medications that can make BPH symptoms worse, such as antihistamines and decongestants
reaching and maintaining a healthy weight
adopting a healthful, low-fat diet and limiting spicy foods
exercising regularly
zinc supplement
*To help improve the health of the prostate gland, start taking a zinc supplement. Zinc is an essential trace mineral that plays an important role in the body’s immune response and cell growth. This mineral is present in prostate cells, where it plays a protective and anti-inflammatory role.
Additional Tips
Try to empty your bladder as soon as you feel the urge to urinate.
Make a habit of going to the bathroom to urinate, even when you do not feel the urge.
Avoid alcohol and caffeine, especially after dinner or 2 hours before your bedtime.
Avoid drinking a lot of fluid all at once. Instead, take small sips throughout the day.
Avoid taking any over-the-counter medicine without consulting your doctor.
Keep yourself warm and, if possible, avoid cold weather.
Reduce stress and tension as these can lead to the urge to urinate more frequently.
Limit your intake of fatty foods and red meats.
If you are overweight, take steps to lose weight. Obesity is associated with enlarged prostate.
Avoid prolonged sitting in the same position as it may worsen your condition.
Breathing exercises and postures can help reduce stress and relieve symptoms of BPH.
Herbal medicines have proved to be most effective in increasing prostate gland. Even a patient who has been indwelling with a catheter for a long time, gets free of the catheter and starts urinating naturally. It is a panacea for other disorders of the prostate gland (burning urine, dripping urine drop by drop, frequent urination at night, tearing urine). There is no chance of cancer. You can contact Mr. Damodar, Shamgarh on 98267-95656 for medicines that can save you from surgery.
