What are the benefits of Ginger for Men? Ginger benefits for men include the potential to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth and promote the death of prostate cancer cells. Ginger also has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) is a common spice valued both for its culinary contributions and…
Don’t let the fact that apples rank number one on the contaminated foods list keep you from enjoying an apple a day (or at least several per week). First the bad news: Pesticides were found on 97.8 percent of the more than 700 apple samples tested. In addition, 92 percent of apples had two or…
Mediterranean diet benefits include being good for your prostate, heart, and overall health. The diet focuses on eating fresh fish, healthful oils, and produce that is in season, and does not include processed and packaged foods. Fresh whole food is higher in nutrients and does not contain additives and preservatives. This diet is sustainable and…
Plenty of ads for testosterone supplementation or testosterone replacement therapy are only too happy to try selling you the dream: higher testosterone, better sex, enhanced libido, improved mood, smaller waistline, stronger muscles, more energy. One problem (and there are several) with this scenario is that while testosterone replacement therapy may raise your T levels, there…
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A) for treatment of urinary incontinence that is the result of a neurologic condition, such as multiple sclerosis or a spinal cord injury, in adults who have not responded to or who cannot tolerate anticholinergic medications. Currently, the FDA approval does not extend to other causes…
The prevalence of high blood pressure and the health risks associated with it, including cardiovascular disease and death, have made this medical condition a high priority among researchers. Along with conventional pharmaceutical approaches to lowering blood pressure, there has been much investigation into lifestyle options, including diet and supplementation. One food item that has been…
DIM has shown a number of health benefits for men with BPH who are looking to restore their prostate health. Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a phytonutrient that has the ability to promote and support metabolism of estrogen and related hormones by enhancing the liver’s ability to metabolize estrogen to a weaker factor called 2-hydroxyestrone. Significant amounts…
The next time you brush your teeth, stick out your tongue and check it out. What does it look like? Does it have an unusual color? Strange coating? Any abnormal looking features? If you have a habit of brushing your tongue regularly (and this is a great habit to adopt, by the way), you may…
Potatoes can be a very good nonfat, high-fiber food choice that can be enjoyed in a variety of healthful ways. Beware, however, that nonorganic potatoes are exposed to several doses of poisons. According to the US Department of Agriculture’s Pesticide Data Program, potatoes are exposed to 35 pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, including 12 that are…
So you’ve overcome your fear of prostate exams and have finally gotten the ordeal over with. Hopefully, your doctor has informed you that all is well and there is no cause for concern. But in the event that your doctor does detect any abnormalities, such as a potentially cancerous growth, he will recommend that you…
Walnuts can benefit prostate cancer patients, according to a study conducted at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio and published in July 2013. A great source of omega-3 fatty acids and beneficial vitamin E (the gamma-tocopherol form), walnuts are good for heart health and fighting inflammation. But more and more studies are…
Questions about incontinence should be written down and taken with you when you visit your physician to discuss your urinary tract symptoms. Who should you address your questions about incontinence to? Either your primary care physician or, preferably, a urologist. To help you get started, here are some questions about incontinence you can ask. What…
The time-tested adage that “You are what you eat” may sound trite, but it really is true, particularly as it relates to prostate health. The stereotypical guy loves his steaks, his burgers, and his Buffalo wings, especially during tailgating season. Cheering on your favorite team just doesn’t seem right without a hot dog in one…
As the years pass, it’s natural to want to defy the aging process and to discover how not to look older than you are. Some turn to the promise of the surgical blade, injections, hyped elixers, a slew of natural supplements, or some combination thereof. The truth, however, it that most of us have habits…
What if there were a natural supplement that was superior to medication for managing hypertension, high glucose, and high cholesterol? According to some experts, there is, and it’s called berberine. This combination of health benefits is critical because all three are associated with heart disease, the number one killer of men. Berberine is an alkaloid,…
Can eating or drinking soy prevent prostate cancer recurrence? One study says no. Many men eat or drink soy products every day to prevent prostate cancer recurrence after surgical removal of the prostate, but a study found that there is no benefit to this practice. The report was published in the Journal of the American Medical…
Approximately one third of adults in the United States take multivitamin and multimineral supplements, and the main reasons for doing so are to support their health or to be sure they are getting all the nutrients they need. Yet there are questions about whether taking these supplements is always a good idea. These questions arise…
Bell peppers are among the most colorful of the vegetables, and their many available colors reflect the different and beneficial carotenoids (pigments) they provide—more than 30 different carotenoid nutrients. Among the carotenoids found in bell peppers are alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein, cryptoxanthin, and zeaxanthin, all offering antioxidant properties. Bell peppers are also known for their…
Men who are considering a prostate biopsy may take comfort in the results of a new study which showed the hospitalization rate is low after prostate biopsy–less than 1%. The study was presented as a poster at the American Urological Association’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 23, 2012. Prostate biopsy is a test…
Is coffee a beverage that may support prostate health, or is it harmful? When it comes to prostate health, coffee and the caffeine and other components it contains can be troublesome for men who have BPH, but if your concern is prostate cancer, coffee and caffeine appear to be safe for now, and may even…
