Male Plus Prostate Support

Various Herbs Shown To Be Quite Effective in Treating BPH

Pygeum is an evergreen tree found in the mountains of central and southern Africa. Its bark, once used as a tea for relief of urinary disorders, has been found to contain not one, but three types of compounds that relieve the symptoms of prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Beta-sitosterol interferes with the formation of prostaglandins that cause inflammation and swelling in the prostate. Pentacyclic terpenes also reduce swelling. And ferulic esters combat enlargement by reducing levels of prolactin, a hormone which promotes uptake of growth-promoting testosterone in the prostate.

Side Effects: Side effects from Pygeum extract are rare, but a few men experience mild stomach irritation.

Improvement is gradual; allow 6 to 9 months for the herb to work. Remember, too, that the symptoms of enlargement can also be a sign of cancer. Check with your doctor to make sure that the problem is benign.

Possible Drug Interactions: No interactions have been reported. No known contraindications.

Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a low growing palm native to the southeastern United States, particularly Florida. The part of the plant used for medicinal purposes is the berries, which are harvested, dried, and ground for preparation as a tea or in capsules. It is often prescribed for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or as an anti-inflammatory. Interestingly, saw palmetto berries do not seem to reduce the size of an enlarged prostate, but rather relieve the symptoms associated with BPH such as frequent urination.

Saw palmetto is not believed to interfere with accurate measuring of prostate specific antigen, or PSA (a marker for prostate cancer). In herbology, it is used primarily to support glandular tissues (especially prostate) and to balance the hormones.

Other Uses: digestion, imbalanced metabolism, poor digestion, loss of appetite, congestion, asthma, bronchitis, colds/flu.

Stinging Nettle Root A number of studies have confirmed the value of Stinging Nettle root for symptomatic relief of enlarged prostate. However, it's important to remember that the herb does not cure the enlargement itself, but merely relieves symptoms such as frequent urination and weak urinary flow. For treatment of the underlying problem, other drugs or surgical procedures are needed, so be sure to consult your doctor.

Side Effects: The root occasionally causes mild stomach and intestinal problems. No interactions have been reported.

Pumpkin Seed relieves the urinary difficulties that develop when an enlarged prostate or prostate cancer obstructs the exit from the bladder. Although Pumpkin Seed promotes normal urination, it does not correct the underlying problem, so it's important to pursue other treatments for the condition.

Pumpkin Seed has been used for a variety of problems for which its effectiveness is unconfirmed, including kidney inflammation, intestinal parasites--especially tapeworm--and wounds. In Asian medicine it is used to treat worms, diabetes, and water retention. Homeopathic practitioners prescribe it for nausea and seasickness.

Researchers do not know why Pumpkin Seed eases urinary problems, but clinical studies leave no doubt that it does. The seeds also exhibit antioxidant activity and anti-inflammatory properties.

Pumpkin originated in America, but is now grown worldwide. It shares its family tree with melons and cucumbers. Seeds of this group used to be ground into a paste and prescribed for fevers, bowel disorders, and urinary complaints.

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