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June 4, 2018
Organic Foods For Good Prostate Health
Prostate is a small gland in the male reproductive system that located under the bladder. The gland produces protective fluid for the semen. The prostate contains the urethra for passage of urine and semen hence making it important for reproduction.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men of age 50 and above. Over 20 percent of men above 50yrs have enlarged prostate which sometimes results in benign prostate hyperplasia (BHE).Enlarged prostate can lead to urinary tract infection, urine leakage, and frequent urination and of course death if not properly treated on time.
Good diet rich in minerals and vitamins can help protect you from prostate cancer and other health issues. Bad diets lead to enlarged prostate in men. Prevention is better than cure. If you get your diet right from the beginning, the issue of prostate cancer may not arise. Eating the right food for a good prostate health is not a rocket science. It is a matter of choice. We are lucky that we are blessed with varieties of organic grains, fruits and vegetables that are readily available in our local market that are good for prostate health.
Nutritionist and medical experts have reveled that our lifestyle and diets account for most of our health issues such as cancer, hearth diseases, obesity and so on. So it is pertinent we make the right choice of diet. Often times we choose our food by the aroma and taste not necessarily how healthy it is for our body.
To stay healthy, we must be conscious of our diet and our life style, know what is good for our body at every stage and age. Unfortunately, majority of our everyday diet are mainly high carbohydrate, saturated fat, processed and junk foods. These are worst culprits for the heart and prostate health. For healthy prostate, men must avoid high red meat consumption, replace with fish such as mackerel, salmon as they are rich in omega 3 oil. Avoid deep fried food with saturated oil or fat. Reduce intake of animal fat. Avoid killer carbonated, caffeinated fizzy and alcoholic drinks and replace with green tea.
We recommend organic food devoid of chemical contaminants such as pesticides residues, heavy metals and preservatives which are potential carcinogens. This is a low calorie diet with high fiber content. It is low in carbohydrate and saturated fat. Fill your plate with fruits and vegetables. These foods include;
ORGANIC TOMATOES
Tomatoes contain a powerful antioxidant lycopene. It helps to prevent prostate cancer in men. Lycopene lowers prostate specific antigen (PSA) which is responsible for the inflammation of the prostate.
Tomatoes is also a good source of vitamin C. potassium, vitamin K, beta – carotene and chlorogenic acid. It also helps in prevention of cardio vascular diseases.
Organic Tomatoes can be eaten raw as fruit, juiced or chopped in salad. Avoid canned tomatoes as they contain chemical preservatives. Studies have shown that men who include tomatoes in their daily diet had a lower risk of developing prostate cancer. Avoid deep fried tomatoes stew.
BROCCOLI
Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, Bok choy, kale etc are known for their anti cancer properties. Cruciferous veggies contain anti – cancer compound known as sulforaphane. It helps to fight prostate cancer, other forms of cancer, heart diseases and other ailments that result from oxidative damage of the body tissues.
The sulforaphane in broccoli helps to suppress enzymes involve in cancer progression. Men should consciously include broccoli or other cruciferous veggies in their daily diet. Experts has found that regular intake of 400g of broccoli per week decreases the risk of prostate cancer in men. Broccoli are better stir fried or steam .Make any of the cruciferous veggies with you reach part of your daily diet.
They are have low calories and high fiber content , so take size-able portion , you are not at risk of weight gain but it has to prepared aright No deep frying with saturated fat or oil. Steam or stir fry.
AVACADO
Avocado is very rich in a phyto-chemical Lutein. It also contains significant amount of mono saturated fats and Carotenoids which helps prevent prostate cancer. Studies have shown that extracts of bioactive compounds of avocado prevents growth and induces death of precancerous cells.
APPLES
An apple a day keeps prostate cancer away. Organic apples are good source of dietary fiber, proanthocyanidins and flavonols. Proanthocyanidins is a strong antioxidant that has anti inflammatory properties. It inhibits growth of cancer cells. One of the flavones quercetin has been linked with prevention of prostate and breast cancer.
GREEN TEA
Green tea contains a potent antioxidant known as catechin and polyphenols that have a lot of health benefits. Men should replace those alcoholic drinks energy and carbonated drinks with green tea. Research has shown that men who drink green tea regularly are less likely to develop prostate cancer. Catechin is anti inflammatory agent. It has ability to treat prostatitis. Men should form a habit of drinking green tea at least two times daily and maintain other healthy life style to improve their prostate health.
OAT MEAL
High fiber and low calories diet is for good for prostate health and general well being of every man. Oat meal contains high fiber, vitamins and lots of mineral that is very good for the body. It lowers the bad cholesterol. It helps to promote good heart, prostate and colon health. Oat meal can be enjoyed with chopped fruits such apples, banana, dates or apricots for sweetening instead of using processed sugar.
FISH
Omega 3 oil found in fish has vast health benefits including prevention of prostate cancer and other degenerative disease. Men should avoid too much consumption or red meat. typical example of these killer Nigerian delicacies are goat meat pepper soup , cow meat( shaki and round about) pepper soup, goat head delicacies etc. Some men can do without these killer foods over a bottle of chilled beer.
These foods rich in bad cholesterols are the worst culprit in cardiovascular disease and cancer as well. Mackerel, Salmon, Sardines and tuna Fish is are good source of omega 3 fatty acids, protein and several other minerals. The fish is better grilled, roasted and nor fried.
Remember, Prevention is better than cure. Hence maintaining prostate friendly organic diet and healthy life style will help prevent prostate cancer and other prostate related diseases.
