Dietary adjustment for prostatitis in men is a preventive measure along with therapeutic prescriptions. The diet will help to normalize the body's defenses and prevent recurrence of the disease. The treatment of prostatitis should be comprehensive, with a special place given to a balanced diet.
Useful products for prostatitis
Dishes rich in vitamins, trace elements, plant fiber significantly reduce pain in the inflamed prostate gland and eliminate congestion. Progressive adenoma puts pressure on the walls of the colon, which cannot occur without characteristic pelvic symptoms.
Nutritional diet is recommended to be observed during the active phase of therapy, as well as when remission occurs. The active components of plant products dissolve and remove fragments of small stones from the urethral canals. Thus, urine is not retained in the bladder, creating a risk of developing inflammatory processes in the ascending type. It is necessary to adhere to the diet throughout the treatment of prostatitis and then another month after the removal of the acute condition.
Food for prostatitis must contain the following trace elements:
- zinc (Zn);
- magnesium (Mg);
- selenium (Se);
- phosphorus (P);
- manganese (Mn);
- chromium (Cr);
- silicon (Si);
- calcium (Ca);
- iodine (I);
- iron (Fe).
The molecules of these substances are actively involved in the synthesis of male sex hormones, stimulate sperm motility, neutralize infections in the circulatory system and suppress pathogenic flora on the mucous membranes of the pelvic organs. Doctors recommend eating buckwheat porridge, sunflower seeds, garlic, spinach, bananas, grapefruits, blackcurrants.
During periods of exacerbation of prostatitis, patients complain of decreased libido, pain in the lower abdomen, frequent false urges to urinate, fluid retention in the body. With a deficiency of trace elements such as silicon, chromium and selenium, the risk of prostate adenoma increases several times. The necessary trace elements are contained and easily absorbed by the body from eggs, liver, brewer's yeast, seafood.
In chronic prostatitis, foods rich in zinc and selenium should be included in the diet. For example:
- ginger;
- Ginseng;
- tomatoes;
- broccoli;
- sprouted wheat;
- liver dishes.
This will reduce swelling and improve the quality of the sperm produced. Regular consumption of "healthy" food will reduce the risk of adenoma degeneration into a malignant tumor. Selenium improves potency, restores vascular tone and increases the body's immune function.
The benefits of vegetables and fruits in prostatitis
During periods of exacerbation of prostatitis, which can occur regardless of climatic and other subjective factors, a good effect can be achieved by eating fresh fruits and vegetables. Table 1 shows some fruits, vegetables, seafood, fruit and vegetable derivatives that help improve the dying functions of the prostate gland.
Table 1. Recommended set of products for inflammatory processes in the prostate gland with a list of trace elements and daily intake.
| Product | Mineral composition | Favorable effect | Daily consumption rate |
| Walnut | Trace elements Zn, Na, Ca, K, Se, P, Fe, vitamins A, B, fatty acids, omega-3, nicotinic acid | Eliminates inflammation, reduces the risk of prostate cancer, participates in the synthesis of male sex hormones | 5-7 cores |
| Olive oil | Vitamin D, E, K, A, peanuts, linoleic, oleic, palmitic acids, phenols | Reduces the risk of developing tumors, increases the body's protective functions, potency, improves intestinal motility | 1-3 tablespoons |
| Oysters | Omega-3, vitamin C, A, B vitamins, nicotinic acid, trace elements Zn, Fe, Ca, K, P, I, Cu, Si | Prevent the development of oncopathologies, take part in the synthesis of male sex hormones | up to 12 pieces |
| Dried apricots | Vitamins from group B, A, microelements Mn, Cu, Fe, Zn, pectin, isoleucine, lysine, tryptophan, threonine | Has a mild diuretic effect, liquefies hard stools, neutralizes radicals, has antitumor properties | 100g |
| Prunes | Pectin, fiber, vitamins C, A, U, PP, group B, trace elements Ca, Mg, Fe, K, P, Na | Normalizes digestion, improves intestinal motility, reduces the activity of pathogenic flora on the intestinal mucosa, neutralizes free radicals | 5-6 fruits |
| Cauliflower | Vitamins A, E, C, H, group B, trace elements Mg, P, Ca, K, F, Se | Stabilizes the frequency of stools, increases potency, slows the growth of adenomas, has anti-inflammatory effect | Up to 1 kg |
| Avocado | Omega-3, vegetable fats, vitamins A, E, C, trace elements Mn, P, Ca, Fe | Increases erectile function, reduces inflammation, neutralizes toxins and breakdown products | 50 grams |
However, when eating raw fruits and vegetables, you need to take into account the characteristics of your digestive system. It is recommended to prepare fresh juices from too sour and sweet fruits, diluting them with less aggressive or purified drinking water. Some fruits have a beneficial effect on the body in compotes or jellies. Vegetables are used to prepare dietary dishes by baking in an oven or double boiler. The composition of vitamins and trace elements is preserved in dishes of the following vegetables:
- potatoes;
- carrots;
- onions;
- tomatoes;
- cucumbers;
- pumpkins;
- garlic;
- squash;
- horseradish;
- parsnip;
- parsley;
- lettuce leaves;
- asparagus;
- spinach.
Freshly prepared horseradish paste has a unique antiseptic effect on the mucous membranes of the urinary system. Horseradish actively suppresses the pathogenic flora in the prostate gland, rapidly reducing inflammation. By including horseradish dishes added to the diet, you can count on stimulating potency and improving erectile function.
Greens deal with the formation of stones in the ducts of the urinary system, activating the work of the gonads. Antioxidants, which are rich in many fruits and vegetables, effectively neutralize waste products and heavy toxins in the body, leaving them unable to poison organs and tissues.
Essential amino acids from plant fibers are involved in the production of sex hormones and the stabilization of hormone levels. Doctors recommend that onions and garlic be included in the diet every day. They can be added to vegetable salads, meat dishes, fruit drinks.
Foods that affect the prostate gland
The male body with an inflamed prostate should be provided with a diet rich in vitamins, minerals and natural ingredients. By adhering to a diet for erectile dysfunction and frequent inflammatory processes in the organs of the urinary system, it will be possible to reduce the risk of developing cancer and adhesions in the pelvic organs, as well as to avoid infertility.
The functioning of the prostate gland is influenced by the active substances from the fibers of meat and fish. However, in prostatitis it is not recommended to eat too fatty meat and fish. The following types of meat will have a beneficial effect:
- chicken;
- rabbit meat;
- beef;
- turkey;
- horse meat.
Meat is easily absorbed by the body when cooked in steam or in the oven, without additional frying and hot spices. Cooked meat is useful in soups and stews. After cooking the meat, it is recommended to drain the "first" broth, preparing the main dish with a new portion of water. In this way it will be possible to remove toxins and fats from the product.
Fish dishes are simply indispensable in any diet. River and sea fish are rich in phosphorus, fatty acids and trace elements. It is recommended to prepare cutlets, casserole or fish soup from fresh fish.
Chicken or quail eggs, eaten raw, will saturate the body with magnesium, calcium, silicon. Egg white and cholesterol are involved in the synthesis of hormones, stabilize metabolic processes in organs and tissues.
Fermented dairy products have a positive effect on the work of the pelvic organs. At home you can cook yogurt, yogurt, kefir and casserole with cottage cheese.
Lactobacilli, which are abundant in dairy products, have a beneficial effect on the lining of the colon, inhabiting the flora of the intestinal cavity with beneficial microorganisms and bacteria. By consuming dairy products every day, you can get rid of constipation, which in many cases is the main cause of inflammation of the prostate gland.
Timely bowel emptying is the key to pelvic health. However, skim milk is not recommended for frequent use in raw prostatitis. On a milk basis you can cook cereals, casseroles, omelets. Taking buckwheat porridge for several weeks normalizes tissue circulation and increases the body's defenses. Buckwheat is considered a natural antioxidant that prevents the rapid development of cancer cells.
Particular attention should be paid to beverages when adjusting the diet for men with prostatitis. Drink plenty of fluids. During the day it is recommended to drink still water, herbal teas, fruit juices with low concentration, compotes, fruit drinks, fermented milk drinks. Purified water in the daily diet is needed in the amount of 1-1, 5 liters.
It is advisable to agree on the amount of fluid consumed with a doctor, as excessive drinking will lead to increased swelling of the prostate itself and compression of an overfilled bladder. It is recommended to drink most of the daily fluid intake in the morning to reduce evening urine output and to avoid going to the toilet at night.
From herbal infusions chamomile tea, consumed hot, has a positive effect on the prostate gland. Chamomile flowers are rich in phytoncides, flavonoids and azulenes, which relieve inflammation by suppressing pathogenic microflora on the mucous membranes. Essential oils, which easily penetrate the tissues, reduce pain by relaxing smooth muscles.
Ginger root is a unique remedy for prostatitis. The plant is rich in amino acids, vitamins and minerals. By adding grated ginger to tea, you can reduce inflammation in the prostate tissue and increase testosterone production. With age, the synthesis of male sex hormones decreases, which leads to hormonal imbalance. Infusions of rose hips, hawthorn, barberry will provide normalization of sexual function, reducing the risk of cancer.
The diet for acute and chronic prostatitis should be varied and meet the specific age and individual needs.
Products that will have to be abandoned due to prostatitis
The prostate gland is very sensitive to food. Therefore, it is necessary to use with caution some nutrients that can provoke an exacerbation of prostatitis even after a small portion. The following meals and drinks will need to be completely excluded:
- hot spices;
- alcohol;
- lamb;
- thick;
- mackerel;
- factory canned food;
- semi-finished products;
- legumes;
- mayonnaise;
- hot sauces;
- coffee;
- strong black tea;
- sweet carbonated drinks;
- sweet carbohydrates;
- fat milk;
- smoked meats;
- pickles;
- pickled vegetables;
- roasted.
If you allow the intake of the above products, you can exacerbate the symptoms of the disease, provoking irritation not only of the prostate gland, but also of the bladder. Too spicy and fatty foods will lead to intestinal disorders, which will exacerbate prostatitis. Swelling of the intestinal wall will increase the desire to urinate and will put pressure on the prostate gland. It is advisable to limit the consumption of beverages that stimulate urination during periods of remission, and even to exclude it altogether in case of exacerbation of prostatitis.
Foods that affect the prostate gland
The male body with an inflamed prostate should be provided with a diet rich in vitamins, minerals and natural ingredients. By adhering to a diet for erectile dysfunction and frequent inflammatory processes in the organs of the urinary system, it will be possible to reduce the risk of developing cancer and adhesions in the pelvic organs, as well as to avoid infertility.
The functioning of the prostate gland is influenced by the active substances from the fibers of meat and fish. However, in prostatitis it is not recommended to eat too fatty meat and fish. The following types of meat will have a beneficial effect:
- chicken;
- rabbit meat;
- beef;
- turkey;
- horse meat.
Meat is easily absorbed by the body when cooked in steam or in the oven, without additional frying and hot spices. Cooked meat is useful in soups and stews. After cooking the meat, it is recommended to drain the "first" broth, preparing the main dish with a new portion of water. In this way it will be possible to remove toxins and fats from the product.
Fish dishes are simply indispensable in any diet. River and sea fish are rich in phosphorus, fatty acids and trace elements. It is recommended to prepare cutlets, casserole or fish soup from fresh fish.
Chicken or quail eggs, eaten raw, will saturate the body with magnesium, calcium, silicon. Egg white and cholesterol are involved in the synthesis of hormones, stabilize metabolic processes in organs and tissues.
Fermented dairy products have a positive effect on the work of the pelvic organs. At home you can cook yogurt, yogurt, kefir and casserole with cottage cheese.
Lactobacilli, which are abundant in dairy products, have a beneficial effect on the lining of the colon, inhabiting the flora of the intestinal cavity with beneficial microorganisms and bacteria. By consuming dairy products every day, you can get rid of constipation, which in many cases is the main cause of inflammation of the prostate gland.
Timely bowel emptying is the key to pelvic health. However, skim milk is not recommended for frequent use in raw prostatitis. On a milk basis you can cook cereals, casseroles, omelets. Taking buckwheat porridge for several weeks normalizes tissue circulation and increases the body's defenses. Buckwheat is considered a natural antioxidant that prevents the rapid development of cancer cells.
Particular attention should be paid to beverages when adjusting the diet for men with prostatitis. Drink plenty of fluids. During the day it is recommended to drink still water, herbal teas, fruit juices with low concentration, compotes, fruit drinks, fermented milk drinks. Purified water in the daily diet is needed in the amount of 1-1, 5 liters.
It is advisable to agree on the amount of fluid consumed with a doctor, as excessive drinking will lead to increased swelling of the prostate itself and compression of an overfilled bladder. It is recommended to drink most of the daily fluid intake in the morning to reduce evening urine output and to avoid going to the toilet at night.
From herbal infusions chamomile tea, consumed hot, has a positive effect on the prostate gland. Chamomile flowers are rich in phytoncides, flavonoids and azulenes, which relieve inflammation by suppressing pathogenic microflora on the mucous membranes. Essential oils, which easily penetrate the tissues, reduce pain by relaxing smooth muscles.
Ginger root is a unique remedy for prostatitis. The plant is rich in amino acids, vitamins and minerals. By adding grated ginger to tea, you can reduce inflammation in the prostate tissue and increase testosterone production. With age, the synthesis of male sex hormones decreases, which leads to hormonal imbalance. Infusions of rose hips, hawthorn, barberry will provide normalization of sexual function, reducing the risk of cancer.
The diet for acute and chronic prostatitis should be varied and meet the specific age and individual needs.
Products that will have to be abandoned due to prostatitis
The prostate gland is very sensitive to food. Therefore, it is necessary to use with caution some nutrients that can provoke an exacerbation of prostatitis even after a small portion. The following meals and drinks will need to be completely excluded:
- hot spices;
- alcohol;
- lamb;
- thick;
- mackerel;
- factory canned food;
- semi-finished products;
- legumes;
- mayonnaise;
- hot sauces;
- coffee;
- strong black tea;
- sweet carbonated drinks;
- sweet carbohydrates;
- fat milk;
- smoked meats;
- pickles;
- pickled vegetables;
- roasted.
If you allow the intake of the above products, you can exacerbate the symptoms of the disease, provoking irritation not only of the prostate gland, but also of the bladder. Too spicy and fatty foods will lead to intestinal disorders, which will exacerbate prostatitis. Swelling of the intestinal wall will increase the desire to urinate and will put pressure on the prostate gland. It is advisable to limit the consumption of beverages that stimulate urination during periods of remission, and even to exclude it altogether in case of exacerbation of prostatitis.
Foods that will need to be restricted for prostatitis
Acute prostatitis causes severe discomfort, depriving you of rest even during moments of sleep. The diet includes limited intake of the following foods:
- citrus fruits;
- sweet pastries;
- sweets;
- mushrooms;
- legumes;
- cabbage;
- coffee;
- concentrated juices.
Foods that cause increased gas production, in addition to gas, can also cause allergic reactions. Sweet pastries increase body weight, creating extra weight on the digestive system. It is advisable to replace pasta with cereals and prefer dark or wholemeal breads to white pasta.
A few useful tips
It is necessary to prevent prostatitis from an early age. To do this, you need to adhere to a healthy lifestyle, follow the regimen and eliminate urinary tract infections in a timely manner. It is very important not to allow frequent changes of sexual partners, neglect of barrier contraception and intimate hygiene.
It is also important to constantly monitor hypothermia of the lower extremities and pelvic organs. Exposure to low temperatures on the external genitalia will have a negative effect.
A diet for prostatitis will significantly reduce the severity of acute symptoms, preventing the development of complications.