There are certain foods that are not only beneficial for the general population's health, but also serve as protectors for the prostate in men. Men who regularly consume these foods are less likely to suffer from common male diseases such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostatitis. Additionally, these foods have a significant role in preventing prostate cancer.
These foods include garlic, onion, leek, scallion, and shallot, which belong to the Allium vegetable family, as well as cauliflower, broccoli, and cabbage, which are cruciferous vegetables. Furthermore, tomatoes and bearberry are also excellent foods for prostate protection. These foods contain abundant antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial substances, which help prevent inflammation and tumor development in the prostate. They also slow down the progression of prostate enlargement, protect bladder function, and alleviate symptoms such as difficulty in urination caused by prostatitis and prostate enlargement.
According to the latest book "Prostate-Protective Foods" by British nutritionists and medical professionals, men should consume at least 3 cloves of garlic per week or at least 3 servings of onion, scallion, shallot, leek, etc. Cauliflower, broccoli, and other cruciferous vegetables are best eaten raw or lightly cooked, without being overcooked. Additionally, it is recommended that men consume at least one large tomato per day. The lycopene in tomatoes is one of the most potent antioxidants found in nature.
Some people wonder why there is an increasing prevalence of prostate diseases. This is related to social and dietary environments. Speaking of the dietary environment, let's mention pumpkin seeds. Pumpkins are a very common food in China, grown in all regions, but with different names. In the past, when households were not well-off, people would carefully remove and dry roast pumpkin seeds to enjoy as snacks. However, nowadays, with improved living standards and a variety of snacks available, pumpkin seeds are rarely consumed, resulting in an increase in men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia. In fact, pumpkin seeds are also excellent foods for prostate protection. They contain a substantial amount of zinc, which is beneficial for the prostate, as well as an active ingredient called "pumpkin seed extract," which can help improve difficulty in urination and reduce the size of an enlarged prostate.
