Enlarged prostates may cause urinary symptoms such urinating often during the day or night, having a weak stream and having a feeling of not completely emptying the bladder. The symptoms are bothersome and have a significant impact on quality of life.

 

Natural approaches to enlarge prostate have been used for a long time in other cultures. One natural approach is an herb called saw palmetto (aka serenoa repens or sabal serrulatum) which can be taken as a supplement. Saw palmetto comes from the berry fruit of the American dwarf palm tree and has been used for centuries to address enlarged prostates in other cultures.

 

More than 50% of cases in Italy and Germany are treated with natural approaches! The main benefit of natural approaches is the lower risk of side effects such as low libido and erectile dysfunction, when compared to medication approaches.

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Can diet help? 

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Yes. No. Probably. It's worth a shot. It doesn't take much to change your diet for a few days to weeks and, if it works, you have hit the gold mine. There's nothing worse than having to wake up all night long to use the toilet. 

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It is 100% worth investigating natural approaches to addressing the bothersome symptoms of an enlarged prostate. There are many things that can be done from a nutrition standpoint that can bring significant benefits. However the approach is individual and nuanced.

 

If you would like to try saw palmetto (or other natural approaches) please get in touch for a consultation. If talking about your prostate with other people is not high on your list of things to do then I offer phone consultations where you can remain as anonymous as possible.

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Read more on my blog here. 

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