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Preventing prostate issues—like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostatitis, and prostate cancer—involves a mix of smart lifestyle choices, regular screenings, and attention to early symptoms.
✅ Best Ways to Prevent Prostate Problems:
🥦 1. Eat a Prostate-Friendly Diet
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Emphasize cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts)
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Include lycopene-rich foods (tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit)
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Eat omega-3s (fatty fish like salmon or flaxseeds)
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Limit red meat, processed meats, and high-fat dairy
🏃♂️ 2. Stay Active
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Regular exercise reduces inflammation and improves hormone balance
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Aim for 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week + strength training
⚖️ 3. Maintain a Healthy Weight
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Obesity is linked to increased risk of aggressive prostate cancer and BPH
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Losing belly fat can also help reduce estrogen dominance and balance testosterone
🚫 4. Avoid Smoking and Limit Alcohol
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Smoking increases the risk of prostate cancer and worsens circulation to the prostate
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Excessive alcohol may irritate the prostate and contribute to hormonal imbalances
💧 5. Stay Hydrated and Manage Urination Habits
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Drink plenty of water but avoid caffeine and alcohol late in the day
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Don’t “hold it” too long—empty your bladder regularly
🩺 6. Get Regular Screenings
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PSA blood test and digital rectal exams (DRE) starting:
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Age 50 (average risk)
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Age 45 (high risk: African American men or family history)
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Early detection = better outcomes
🧘 7. Manage Stress
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Chronic stress can increase inflammation and lower immune function
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Practices like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing help regulate stress hormones