{"id":14202,"date":"2019-05-21T09:01:39","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T09:01:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=14202"},"modified":"2026-05-27T18:18:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T18:18:45","slug":"enlarged-prostate-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostate-health\/enlarged-prostate-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Enlarged Prostate Diet: How To Reduce Your Prostate Size with Food"},"content":{"rendered":"If you want to learn how to shrink an enlarged prostate through diet, you&#8217;ve come to the right place.\n\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe standard American diet is leaving its mark on the nation&#8217;s health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIt includes a high amount of animal protein, dairy, processed foods, prepared meals, and sugar, all of which can impact your health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThis is why paying close attention to your diet is essential.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nYou may be asking yourself, &#8220;how do you shrink an enlarged prostate?&#8221;. This article will discuss how diet can impact your health and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/best-foods-for-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"prostate friendly foods (opens in a new tab)\">prostate-friendly foods<\/a> that you should enjoy as part of a healthy diet plan.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-what-is-an-enlarged-prostate\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is an enlarged prostate?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBenign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous prostate enlargement that leads to obstruction in the flow of urine. This is a common prostate problem that affects many men.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, men over the age of 50 are more prone to BPH because as they age, their prostates naturally begin to enlarge under the constant influence of hormones.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBy the time you reach the age of 60, your prostate will have grown from the size of a walnut to that of a lemon.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIn\u00a0BPH, the enlargement of the prostate usually occurs in the middle of your prostate, where it wraps around the urethra.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAs the prostate grows, it squeezes the urethra, which causes urinary problems. You may find that you have to urinate more often or get up multiple times during the night.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-the-signs-of-an-enlarged-prostate\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the signs of an enlarged prostate?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSome common symptoms that men tend to experience when they develop BPH include:\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li>There may be an urge to urinate often (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/frequent-urination-in-men\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">frequent urination<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/nocturia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nighttime urination<\/a>\u00a0causes sleep disturbances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>The urine stream tends to become weak due to the obstruction in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/urethra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">urethra<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>The urine stream may also be frequently interrupted during urination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>Urine may leak after the man has urinated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>Initiating a urine stream can feel difficult and uncomfortable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nWhen these symptoms persist, and the patient fails to obtain the right treatment for the condition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/bph\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">benign prostatic hyperplasia<\/a> may lead to some of the following complications and more serious symptoms:\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li>Urine control may be completely lost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>There may be damage to the bladder.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>The kidneys may become damaged due to infection, caused by an obstruction in urine flow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>Frequent urinary tract infections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/urinary-retention\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Urinary retention<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/bladder-stones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bladder stones<\/a>\u00a0may develop when all urine is not removed during urination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>Some patients may find that there is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/hematuria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blood in their urine<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":32630,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 id=\"h-study-men-in-western-countries-more-prone-to-prostate-cancer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Study: Men in Western Countries More Prone to Prostate Cancer<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSo, what diet can help your BPH?\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIn Asia, China, and Thailand, where few dairy foods are consumed, there is a far lower incidence of both heart disease and cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nStudies show that overall, men in western countries have a six-fold increase in prostate cancer incidence compared to countries such as China and Japan.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nOne theory for this discrepancy is the differences in diet.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIt is worth emphasizing that many Asian countries, such as South Korea and Japan, are densely populated. They have been highly industrialized and urbanized for many years, yet their rates of prostate cancer remain much lower than in the West.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nOkinawa, Japan, has traditionally had a diet based on lots of vegetables, fermented soy products like miso, fresh fish, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/green-tea-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"herbal tea (opens in a new tab)\">herbal tea<\/a>, as well as health-supporting practices such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/tai-chi-benefits-for-prostate-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tai Chi<\/a>, Qi Gong, and walking.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIt is, therefore, advisable to eat a healthy and balanced diet that includes organic vegetables, which reduce pesticide exposure and offer an increase in vitamin concentration.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 id=\"h-foods-to-reduce-enlarged-prostate\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foods to reduce enlarged prostate<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":29599,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"595\" height=\"672\" class=\"wp-image-29599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Enlarged-Prostate-What-Should-I-Eat-V2.jpg\" alt=\"Prostate diet food list\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Enlarged-Prostate-What-Should-I-Eat-V2.jpg 595w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Enlarged-Prostate-What-Should-I-Eat-V2-266x300.jpg 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-fruits-and-vegetables\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fruits and Vegetables<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nFruits and vegetables contain antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, minerals, and fibers that reduce may help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/foods-to-naturally-reduce-inflammation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reduce inflammation<\/a> in BPH and improve urinary symptoms.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nPlant foods such as rice bran, wheat germ, peanuts, corn oils, and soybeans contain beta-sitosterol, which may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/tips-to-naturally-protect-your-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">protect prostate health<\/a>.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nOne study looked at the link between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/best-foods-for-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fruit and vegetable (opens in a new tab)\">fruit and vegetable<\/a> intake and urinary symptoms in elderly Chinese men suffering from urinary symptoms.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHigh intakes of fruits and vegetables (at least 300 grams per day) were associated with improved symptoms.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nOver four years, at least 50 grams of dark and leafy vegetables and 10 grams of tomatoes per day were strongly linked with improved urinary symptoms.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/lycopene-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Lycopene<\/a> is an antioxidant that gives tomatoes their red color.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA study published in the journal of nutrition looked at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/lycopene-benefits-for-men\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">effects of lycopene<\/a> extract in men with BPH. Men took 15 mg of lycopene per day or a placebo for six months.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nPSA was significantly reduced in the lycopene group, and prostate volume was unchanged after six months. Prostate volume increased by 24% in the placebo group.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThese benefits were exerted from lycopene from whole foods rather than as an extract. Lycopene from whole foods likely exerts health benefits that do not occur with an extract.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":26819,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"256\" class=\"wp-image-26819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Organic-food-health-benefits-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"food for prostate health\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Organic-food-health-benefits-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Organic-food-health-benefits-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Organic-food-health-benefits-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Organic-food-health-benefits-1536x384.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Organic-food-health-benefits.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-omega-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Omega-3<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIncreased inflammation is one of the characteristics of BPH. More prostate inflammation is associated with more severe urinary symptoms and greater prostate volume.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nOne clinical trial found that omega-3 supplementation with drug therapy was more effective at improving urinary symptoms and reducing prostate volume than drug therapy alone.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe participants given omega-3 consumed 900 milligrams per day through fish oil capsules.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nMoreover, are known for their strong ability to suppress inflammation. Seafood provides rich sources of omega-3. Therefore, increasing seafood intake or supplementing with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/krill-oil-vs-fish-oil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"omega-3 (opens in a new tab)\">omega-3<\/a> may help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/best-prostate-supplement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reduce prostate<\/a> volume.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-vitamin-d-foods\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vitamin D <strong>Foods<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA study in the United States reported that vitamin D deficiency in middle-aged men increased the risk of moderate to severe urinary symptoms. Therefore, vitamin D may play an essential role in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/how-to-prevent-enlarged-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">preventing BPH<\/a>.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, clinical trials have not been conducted to see the effects of vitamin D supplementation on BPH and urinary symptoms in men.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA clinical trial in females with urinary symptoms reported positive effects of vitamin D supplementation.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe sun is our primary source of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/vitamin-d-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"vitamin D (opens in a new tab)\">vitamin D<\/a>, and there are very few natural food sources.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, some natural foods you can get vitamin D from include egg yolks, fatty fish, and fish liver oils. Milk, margarine, and some cereals are fortified with vitamin D.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nPeople who live in Northern regions of the United States are at a higher risk of vitamin D deficiency, especially if they spend most of the daylight hours indoors.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIn such cases, vitamin D supplementation should be considered to prevent deficiency.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 id=\"h-foods-bad-for-your-prostate\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foods bad for your prostate<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBelow, we share 3 foods that are bad for your prostate health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-animal-fat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Animal Fat<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAs far back as 1997, the American Institute of Cancer Research drew a link between the consumption of industrially produced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/red-meat-prostate-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"red meats (opens in a new tab)\">red meats<\/a> like beef, lamb, and pork and an increased chance of the development of prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThese findings followed up earlier studies in the early 1990s by Harvard University.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHarvard continually tested tens of thousands of subjects over a number of years.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nToday, current studies show that men who consume large amounts of non-grass-fed red meat are 12% more likely to develop prostate cancer than those who consumed moderate servings as part of a controlled diet.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAccording to the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), we get too much protein, about twice what we really need.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nToo much animal protein is harmful. Experts found that a high intake of animal protein was linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe study estimated that an additional 35 grams of animal protein per day increase the risk by as much as 32 percent.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-dairy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dairy<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nTo maximize milk production, cows are kept permanently pregnant and as a result, have 200 times the average level of female hormones in their milk.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHuman beings are mammals, and we share the same hormones as cows. Therefore, the effect of these hormones on the human body is not a good one.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAs discussed, consuming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/sexual-health\/foods-high-in-estrogen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">food with high levels of estrogen<\/a> can upset your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/estrogen-defeating-supplement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hormonal balance<\/a> and increase the production of DHT (an active form of testosterone).\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThis can lead to a number of health issues, including an enlarged prostate.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nStudies have also shown that dairy products contain the insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), a hormone that promotes the growth of cancer cells.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator {\"opacity\":\"css\"} -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#32af25\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color: #32af25;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/dairy-is-ruining-your-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">For more information on how dairy ruins prostate health, click here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator {\"opacity\":\"css\"} -->\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n<!-- \/wp:separator --><!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-soy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Soy<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n90 to 95% of U.S. grown soy is genetically engineered to make soy protein isolate so that it can withstand high amounts of herbicide.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSoy protein isolate is in many products, such as protein bars, fruit drinks, soups, sauces, cereals, supplements, and meal replacement shakes.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThis unfermented soy can hide under names such as bouillon, textured protein, and natural flavor.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThese foods for men link with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/early-warning-signs-of-thyroid-problems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thyroid problems<\/a>, mental decline, reproductive problems, cancer, and heart disease.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nInstead, opt for fermented soy products, which are the only soy products with health benefits. Fermented soy products include soy sauce, fermented bean paste, miso, and tempeh.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 id=\"h-prostate-friendly-drinks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prostate-friendly Drinks<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nWhen it comes to making dietary changes, it can be easy to concentrate solely on what we eat, yet what we drink can also have a substantial impact on our health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nWhen it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">prostate health<\/a> in particular, there are several drinks that can either help or hinder your improvement.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-drink-green-tea\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drink green tea<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThere seems to be no end of endorsements of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/green-tea-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"green tea (opens in a new tab)\">green tea<\/a> as an all-conquering superfood. The prostate is just one area of the body, and studies show it can help.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nStudies show that green tea can help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostate-cancer-prevention\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prevent prostate cancer<\/a> from forming and may even slow the growth of aggressive prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIn an American study from 2014, a sample of men were given a diet of green and black tea extracts each day for 12 weeks, while others received a placebo.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe researchers found that those receiving the tea had an improved quality of life in as little as six weeks, as well as improved urine flow and decreased urological inflammation.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":29492,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"256\" class=\"wp-image-29492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-tea-benefits-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"green tea benefits\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-tea-benefits-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-tea-benefits-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-tea-benefits-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-tea-benefits-1536x384.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-tea-benefits.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-enjoy-a-morning-coffee\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy a morning coffee<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThere has been some controversy surrounding the benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/coffee-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"coffee for prostate health (opens in a new tab)\">coffee for prostate health<\/a>, with studies showing conflicting results.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, a recent study revealed that two compounds found in coffee; kahweol acetate and cafestol, may help to slow the growth of prostate cancer cells.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe results are preliminary, yet the findings of several studies indicate that coffee compounds can benefit prostate health and possibly reduce prostate cancer incidence.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, it is essential to note that for some men experiencing BPH, coffee can irritate and stimulate an already overactive bladder, thus increasing urinary frequency and urgency.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-limit-alcohol-consumption\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limit alcohol consumption<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nWe need further research to establish the relationship between alcohol consumption and prostate cancer risk.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, it is possible that drinking excessively can increase the risk of developing the disease.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAlcohol should also be avoided if you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostatitis-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"prostatitis (opens in a new tab)\">prostatitis<\/a>, as it can irritate the bladder and worsen symptoms.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-avoid-sugary-drinks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid sugary drinks<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSugary drinks can be hard to avoid, and even those branded as \u2018health drinks\u2019 can be high in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/sugar-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sugar content (opens in a new tab)\">sugar content<\/a>. However, consuming them can have a detrimental impact on your prostate health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA 2019 study published by The BMJ reports a possible association between higher consumption of sugary drinks and an increased risk of cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe results show that a 100 mL per day increase in the consumption of sugary beverages was associated with an 18% increased risk of overall cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-ditch-cow-s-milk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ditch cow\u2019s milk<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAs mentioned above, dairy products, such as cow&#8217;s milk, contain high levels of estrogen.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIncreased estrogen production can upset your hormonal balance and increase the production of DHT (an active form of testosterone), contributing to prostate problems.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nInstead, opt for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/milk-substitute\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dairy alternatives<\/a>, such as coconut milk, almond milk, and goat&#8217;s milk, which contain more protein and are less likely to be industrially produced.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":13821,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"256\" class=\"wp-image-13821\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/6-Ways-Dairy-is-Ruining-Your-Health-NEW-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"dairy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/6-Ways-Dairy-is-Ruining-Your-Health-NEW-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/6-Ways-Dairy-is-Ruining-Your-Health-NEW-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/6-Ways-Dairy-is-Ruining-Your-Health-NEW-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/6-Ways-Dairy-is-Ruining-Your-Health-NEW.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-the-best-prostate-diet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the best prostate diet?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAs discussed, good nutrition plays an integral role in maintaining and managing prostate health. A\u00a0good diet for enlarged prostate is\u00a0rich in fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. This is thought to protect the\u00a0prostate, by reducing the risk of developing prostate disease.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nTwo diets in particular that have been considered to improve prostate health are the <strong>Ketogenic diet <\/strong>and the <strong>Mediterranean diet<\/strong>. We will discuss both below.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-the-ketogenic-diet-for-prostate-health\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The ketogenic diet for prostate health<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/diabetes-health\/low-carb-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"keto diet (opens in a new tab)\">keto diet<\/a> is a low-carb, high-fat diet designed to drastically reduce the intake of carbs and replace it with fat.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThis reduction puts your body into a state called ketosis, whereby the body burns fat for energy.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe most important thing for reaching <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/ketogenic-diet-and-prostate-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"ketosis (opens in a new tab)\">ketosis<\/a> is to avoid eating too many carbs. You will probably need to keep your carb intake under 50 grams per day of net carbs, ideally below 20 grams.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nYou might be thinking, \u2018Isn\u2019t fat bad\u2019? For decades the mainstream media have been advertising that fat is bad for our health, resulting in a craze of \u2018low fat\u2019 fad diets and products.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, consuming the right type of fat will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/natural-energy-boosters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">provide energy<\/a>, satiate the appetite, and reduce the need for over-consuming refined carbohydrates.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAlso, the process turns fat into ketones in the liver, which can provide energy for the brain.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAs a result, keto diets can significantly reduce blood sugar and insulin levels.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nKetosis is an excellent way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/healthy-ways-to-lose-weight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lose weight<\/a> as it induces the metabolism of starvation.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe body stops trying to burn sugars for energy and starts burning fat stores instead. It also affects your nervous system, elevates your mood, and suppresses your appetite.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":28251,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"256\" class=\"wp-image-28251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/How-the-Ketogenic-Diet-Works-for-Type-2-Diabetes-1-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"keto diet diabetes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/How-the-Ketogenic-Diet-Works-for-Type-2-Diabetes-1-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/How-the-Ketogenic-Diet-Works-for-Type-2-Diabetes-1-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/How-the-Ketogenic-Diet-Works-for-Type-2-Diabetes-1-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/How-the-Ketogenic-Diet-Works-for-Type-2-Diabetes-1-1536x384.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/How-the-Ketogenic-Diet-Works-for-Type-2-Diabetes-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-the-advantages-of-the-ketogenic-diet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the advantages of the Ketogenic Diet?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong>Faster Weight Loss: <\/strong>no carbs means your body is burning fat for fuel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Better Brain Function:<\/strong> the keto diet is high in healthy fats, which are crucial for better cognitive function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Reduced Risk of Metabolic Syndrome:<\/strong> Low-carb diets, particularly the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/keto-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">keto diet<\/a>, are highly effective at reducing risk factors of metabolic and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/heart-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">heart diseases<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Reduced Risk of Diabetes:<\/strong> Studies have shown that you can treat diabetes by adopting the keto diet. It helps normalize blood sugar levels and insulin production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Helps Fight Cancer:<\/strong> High levels of glucose in the blood increase insulin release and insulin-like growth factors. These hormones promote growth and cellular multiplication and favor cancer. The keto diet reduces the circulating levels of insulin and insulin-like growth factor, which reduces the incidence of various types of cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Less Craving for Food: <\/strong>The keto diet switches off ghrelin, the \u201chunger hormone.\u201d More healthy fats and proteins mean feeling more full and having fewer cravings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Better Digestion: <\/strong>Healthy fats, proteins, and veggies help nourish the digestive tract and reduce the potential for disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-the-disadvantages-of-the-ketogenic-diet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the disadvantages of the Ketogenic Diet?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong>One size doesn\u2019t fit all:<\/strong> Each person reacts differently to various diet plans. There is no one-size-fits-all approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>You may experience keto flu: <\/strong>This occurs as you transition from burning carbs to burning fats. The severity of the symptoms can vary and include sugar cravings, dizziness, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/chemo-brain-fog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brain fog<\/a>, nausea, sleep difficulties, irritability, stomach distress, and fatigue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Health concerns:<\/strong> Before going on a keto diet, people should consider their age, level of activity, and body weight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Unwanted Side effects:<\/strong> Low-carb diets might increase fatigue and irritability in some people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Muscle loss:<\/strong> A keto diet can also affect your physical performance. When ketosis occurs, it might cause loss of muscle tissue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-foods-you-can-eat-on-a-ketogenic-diet\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foods you can eat on a Ketogenic Diet<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong>Meat: <\/strong>chicken and turkey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Fatty fish:<\/strong> salmon, trout, tuna, and mackerel.\n<strong>Eggs:<\/strong> Look for pastured or omega-3 whole eggs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Nuts and seeds: <\/strong>Almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Healthy oils: <\/strong>Primarily extra virgin olive oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Avocados: <\/strong>Whole avocados or freshly made guacamole.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Low-carb veggies<\/strong>: Most green veggies, tomatoes, onions, peppers, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Condiments: <\/strong>You can use salt, pepper, and various healthy herbs and spices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-what-foods-should-i-avoid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What foods should I avoid?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li><strong>Sugary foods:<\/strong> Soda, fruit juices, smoothies, cake, ice cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Grains or starches:<\/strong> Wheat-based products, rice, pasta, cereal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Fruit:<\/strong> All fruit, except small portions of berries like strawberries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Beans or legumes:<\/strong> Peas, kidney beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Root vegetables:<\/strong> Potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, parsnips, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Low-fat or diet products:<\/strong> These are highly processed and often high in carbs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Some condiments or sauces:<\/strong> often contain sugar and unhealthy fat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Unhealthy fats:<\/strong> Limit your intake of processed vegetable oils, mayonnaise, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Alcohol: <\/strong>Due to their carb content, many alcoholic beverages can throw you out of ketosis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-how-does-a-keto-diet-help-prostate-cancer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does a Keto Diet help Prostate Cancer?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nNutritional ketosis involves restricting carbohydrates to decrease the availability of glucose in your bloodstream.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nRestricting carbs also increases the production of ketone bodies from your liver.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nNearly all of your normal cells have the flexibility to readily adapt to using ketone bodies for fuel in place of glucose, but cancer cells do not have this metabolic flexibility.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHence, they effectively starve to death while all your normal cells operate more efficiently than before.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA traditional ketogenic diet allows you to eat quite a few dairy products. However, dairy can actually be problematic for cancer in particular, even if from raw organic sources.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nMoreover, lactose is a sugar made from galactose and glucose, and lactose makes up 2% to 8% by weight in dairy milk from cows.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThere are a number of other serious problems in milk produced by cows if you are dealing with suspected or diagnosed prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nYou can eat small quantities of goat\u2019s milk (which has a very different constitution).\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nYou can eat butter if it is produced from grass-fed cows. And you should ideally restrict yourself to cheese and yogurt that is produced by goats.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#31af25\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color: #31af25;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/ketogenic-diet-and-prostate-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"For more information on the ketogenic diet, click here. (opens in a new tab)\">For more information on the ketogenic diet, click here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-the-mediterranean-diet-for-prostate-health\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Mediterranean diet for prostate health<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe Mediterranean diet for prostate health incorporates the traditional healthy living habits of people from countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, such as Italy, France, Greece, and Spain.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA large fraction of Mediterranean cuisines are generally based mainly on vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, cereal grains, olive oil, and fish.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIt is a diet that has been associated with good health, including a healthier heart.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA 2013 study found that people following a Mediterranean diet had a 30% lower risk of heart disease and stroke.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBy adopting a more Mediterranean diet, all you need to do is consume;\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n \t<li>Large sums of fruit and vegetables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>More fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>Less meat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n \t<li>Products made from vegetable and plant oils, such as olive oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nMany of you are aware that we strongly advocate for the ketogenic diet for men with prostate cancer and metabolic disease.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHowever, we also know that many men struggle with the ketogenic diet or that it is not practical for some.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe Mediterranean or Paleo Diet is the best alternative option for men who cannot maintain the ketogenic diet.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nTherefore, below, I explain everything you need to know about The Mediterranean Diet.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":19389,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"256\" class=\"wp-image-19389\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/mediterranean-diet-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"mediterranean\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/mediterranean-diet-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/mediterranean-diet-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/mediterranean-diet-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/mediterranean-diet-1536x384.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/mediterranean-diet.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-how-does-a-mediterranean-diet-help-prostate-cancer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does a Mediterranean diet help prostate cancer?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nRecent studies show a diet incorporating seeds, nuts, avocado, and an oil-based dressing could decrease the chances of death for men with prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe 2.5 million men living in the US with prostate cancer may have to switch to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/general-health\/mediterranean-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mediterranean diet<\/a>.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nResearchers have found the fat intake of 4,577 men with prostate cancer from 1986 to 2010, who swapped as little as 10 percent of their daily carbohydrates and animal fats, reduced their prostate cancer mortality risk by almost 30% than those who didn\u2019t.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nResearch has shown that oil-based dressings incorporated with the recommended daily oil intake show a 13 percent lower risk of death from prostate cancer than individuals that did not change their diets.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe research also found adding one ounce of nuts per day correlated to an 18 percent lower risk of prostate cancer mortality and an 11 percent reduced risk of death.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 id=\"h-natural-alternatives\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural Alternatives<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nNatural supplements have also been shown to be effective in the management of BPH.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSaw palmetto is the most common herbal supplement to treat lower urinary tract symptoms.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nIt works by inhibiting 5 alpha-reductase enzyme activity, an enzyme that converts free testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBeta-sitosterol is another supplement that studies prove can relieve symptoms associated with BPH.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHerbal extracts like saw palmetto, rye grass pollen, and pygeum africanum contain beta-sitosterol. These extracts treat BPH, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/beta-sitosterol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beta-sitosterol\u00a0<\/a>may be the key ingredient.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"flex\",\"justifyContent\":\"center\",\"orientation\":\"horizontal\"}} -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"flex\",\"justifyContent\":\"center\",\"orientation\":\"horizontal\"}} -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"flex\",\"justifyContent\":\"center\",\"orientation\":\"horizontal\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 id=\"h-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nProstate diseases such as BPH and prostatitis are leading health issues for men. Every month, thousands of men are diagnosed with prostate illnesses.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBut, proper nutrition, along with other lifestyle factors, plays an integral role in decreasing these numbers.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe above examples are only some of the foods that will help you promote and maintain good prostate health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nSo, over time, be sure to add moderate exercise and activity for a balanced approach.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA properly maintained diet and a healthy lifestyle provide you with a fighting chance at preventing prostate diseases like an enlarged prostate and significantly improving your prostate health.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to learn how to shrink an enlarged prostate through diet, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. 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