What is Prostate Gland?

Gland which is normally about the size and shape of a walnut, lies just beneath the bladder. The urethra (the tube which passes urine from the bladder) runs through the middle of the prostate. The prostate's main function is to produce fluid which protects and enriches sperm. Its only found in men.
This prostate gland enlargement is also called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).The prostate gets bigger (enlarges) gradually after the age of about 50. By the age of 90, about 9 in 10 men have an enlarged prostate.

Causes of Enlarged Prostate:

It is caused by vitiation of Apana Vata and Apana Vata is vitiated by:-

• Controlling the urge of urination.
• Controlling the urge of defecation.
• Over indulgence in sex.
• Consuming dry, very cold and less quantity of food.
• Old age.
• General weakness.
• Indigestion.

Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate:

• Difficulty while starting urination.
• Dribbling of urine, especially after urinating.
• A sense of not emptying the bladder.
• Leaking of urine.
• Feeling a burning sensation when passing urine.
• Passing urine mixed with blood (symptom of infection).

Diet and Home Remedies for Enlarged Prostate Gland

Enlarged Prostate Gland can be treated naturally by following some changes in your daily routines as described below.

1. Drink 8 glasses of water a day to help prevent bacteria from accumulating in the bladder.
2. Prolonged sitting should be avoided.
3. Avoid caffeine-containing liquids (tea, coffee, caffeine containing soft drinks and alcoholic beverages).
4. Having safe intercourse frequently is advisable.
5. Relax through meditation, relaxation techniques and soothing music.
6. People suffering from obesity should try to reduce wait naturally.
7. Physical exercise such as swimming, jogging, or walking is preferable is recommended daily.
8. Cold weather should be avoided.
9. Soak in a hot tub (tolerable warm water) for 20 minutes (maximum) two or three times during a day. This will penetrate the prostate to reduce swelling and promote healing.
10. Drink less fluid during night time.
11. Urinate as soon as you feel the urge first time in night.
12. One should avoid direct sun or heat.
13. Excessive perspiration should be avoided as it takes away lot of water from the body and the urine thus becomes concentrated.
14. Diet - As Prostate enlargement is caused by an imbalance in Vata dosha, it's important to avoid Vata-aggravating foods, which include dry, cold, food and bitter, astringent, and pungent tastes.

• Recommended food: - wheat, rice, milk, tomatoes, yogurt, citrus fruits. One should include lots of fiber in diet (fruits and vegetables which are rich in fiber).
• Food to avoid:- spicy, bitter foods and astringents.

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