Post Date December, 03 2023
Modern men are busy with work and often overlook the protection of the prostate gland. Especially sedentary individuals are more likely to have adverse effects on the prostate. So, in addition to changing some bad habits, one can also protect the prostate through diet. So, what foods can protect the prostate gland in daily life?
1. Apple: In patients with prostatitis, the zinc content in prostatic fluid and seminal plasma of most people decreases. When the zinc content decreases, the antibacterial ability of the prostate decreases. Apples contain high levels of zinc, and patients with chronic prostatitis often eat some apples, which is a quite effective dietary therapy.
2. Fish: A type of fatty acid called omega-3 contained in the body of fish is very effective in inhibiting prostate cancer, such as salmon, herring, and mackerel, which are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
3. Garlic: Eating garlic and sesame rich in selenium can reduce the incidence rate of prostate cancer. Selenium is an important component of antioxidants in red blood cells, which can enhance the body's anti-cancer ability and enhance its immunity.
4. Pumpkin seeds and walnut kernels: Traditional Chinese medicine has always emphasized dietary supplements, and protecting the prostate is no exception. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the kidney stores essence, which is related to reproduction, as well as bladder and urination. Therefore, eating kidney tonifying products is very beneficial for the prostate. Pumpkin seeds and walnut kernels are not only good for tonifying the kidneys, but also have diuretic functions. Walnut kernels have a moisturizing effect, so when men reach old age, they should eat more pumpkin seeds and walnut kernels to replenish kidney qi.
5. Tomatoes: have the effect of preventing and treating prostate cancer. Research has found that eating tomato sauce spaghetti every day for 5 weeks can reduce the level of a protein related to prostate cancer growth by 1/5. Lycopene plays a key role. Therefore, it is best for men to eat some tomatoes every day.
