Good nutrition for various illnesses is an important part of a speedy recovery. Diet for prostatitis and prostate adenoma improves the condition of the body, helps to combat a number of unpleasant symptoms in men. Mistakes in eating, on the contrary, can worsen unpleasant symptoms and increase discomfort caused by diseases of the prostate.
Nutritional characteristics of prostatitis
Main effects of a correct diet in cases of inflammation of the prostate:
- Prevents irritation of the pelvic organs, which can make inflammation worse.
- Strengthening the functionality of the immune system.
- Normalization of the digestive tract.
- Decreased urge to urinate, especially at night.
- Prevent hardening of the prostate by restoring blood circulation and providing nutrients to the organ.
The therapeutic regimen involves:
- Food enrichment with healthy products.
- Establishment of a drinking regime (at least 2 to 2, 5 liters of filtered water per day).
- Combination of “healthy” eating and physical activity (eg, physical education).
- Compilation of separate menus for the “exacerbation” and “remission” phases.
- Complete rejection of bad habits.
Useful products
Good nutrition for prostatitis in men is eating foods that help speed recovery. Detailed recommendations are provided by a medical specialist.
The following should be added to the diet:
- Nuts of all varieties.
- Various dried fruits.
- Lean meat.
- Parsley and other fresh herbs.
- Goldfish.
- Vegetables.
- Vegetable fats.
- Non-acidic fruits.
- Gray bread.
- Buckwheat / oatmeal.
- Cooked fermented milk, kefir and cottage cheese.
- Fruit compotes.
- Honey.
- Fresh juice (especially asparagus).
- Parsnip.
When forming a daily diet menu, it is necessary to pay attention to the amount of fiber consumed. It is important for normal bowel movements (excretion of feces from the digestive tract by the body). You should also eat foods fortified with zinc. The trace element increases resistance to infection and improves (as well as quantity) the quality of sperm.
In stable remission, the following are allowed:
- Mushrooms.
- Spices.
- Certain fried foods.
- Dry wine (once or twice a month 100 ml).
Food contraindications
If diagnosed with prostatitis, the following is prohibited for men:
- “Fatty” foods - increases cholesterol levels, promotes plaque formation on the walls of blood vessels. A regular "fatty" diet leads to impaired blood circulation, complicating the course of the disease.
- Alcohol (even beer) - negatively affects the blood circulation and general health of a man. It leads to the appearance of congestion in the small pelvis, reduces immunity, disrupts the production of hormones and prostatic secretions, and disrupts erectile function.
- Strong coffee - negatively affects the vascular system, increases pressure on the prostate, promotes the spread of infection (with bacterial or viral etiology of inflammation) throughout the body.
The following products are also contraindicated:
- Fast food.
- Rich soups.
- By-products.
- Mushrooms.
- Hot peppers, garlic and onions.
- Pickles.
- Spicy food.
- Smoked products.
- Fat pork and lamb.
- Cooking.
- Sour fruits.
- Foods containing chemical additives.
- Soft drinks.
- Spices.
- Candy.
Diet for prostatitis in men: a week's menu
Diet changes depending on the stage of prostatitis. Nutrition for chronic prostatitis can be more varied. An example of a weekly menu for men in remission is shown in the table.
| Breakfast | Lunch | ||
| Monday | Coleslaw and carrot salad; oatmeal porridge; Fruit juice. |
Vegetable soup; Boiled beef with vegetable stew; Fruits. |
Curd soufflé; Fresh apple juice. |
| Tuesday | Cucumber and green vegetable salad; millet porridge; Cherry compote. |
Shrimp and vegetable soup; Steamed cutlet with mashed potatoes; Honey tea. |
Donuts; Berry salad flavored with sour cream. |
| Wednesday | Buckwheat; Cucumbers and tomatoes; Walrus. |
Borscht in vegetable broth; Boiled breast; Garlic salad; Green tea. |
Carrot cake; Sour cream spoon; Fruit kissel. |
| Thursday | Dressing; Pumpkin seed and dried apricot cupcake; Herbal decoction. |
Fresh cabbage soup; Boiled rabbit with vegetable garnish; Sweet orange. |
Steamed fish; Celery stew; Applesauce. |
| Friday | Milk soup; Dried cheese bread; Mint flavored tea. |
Chicken soup; Veal stew with baked potatoes; Tomatoes. |
Berry pancake; 2 tablespoons of low fat cottage cheese. |
| Saturday | Corn porridge with dried apricots; Boiled egg; Fresh orange juice. |
Turkey soup with vegetables; Steamed meatballs; Dried fruit compote. |
Potato casserole; Lettuce leaves in olive oil. |
| Sunday | Baked potatoes; Salad with peeled pumpkin seeds; Herbal decoction. |
Cheese soup; Steamed fish with buckwheat; Green or white tea. |
Vegetable cutlets; Berry juice. |
Against the background of exacerbation, nutrition should be light and gentle. Nutritionists advise the following option:
- Breakfast. Buckwheat porridge "smear", fruit jelly;
- Lunch. Cabbage soup, boiled fish, beetroot salad, tea without added sugar;
- Dinner. Steamed chicken meatballs with boiled vegetables and compote;
- For the night. A small portion of homemade yogurt.
The following menu will also work:
- Breakfast. Oatmeal with a little honey, cherry jelly;
- Lunch. Liquid tomato soup, light vegetable salad, a slice of cereal bread with low fat cheese, green tea
- Dinner. Zucchini cooked with eggs, slice of boiled fish, fresh;
- Before going to bed. Strawberry juice.
The following regimen is suitable for antibiotic therapy:
- Morning. Casserole of curd with berries, herbal tea;
- Day. Carrot salad, chicken soup, boiled rabbit with vegetables;
- Evening. Baked vegetables, banana and apple;
- For the night. A glass of yogurt.
How to eat well for BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is expressed in the proliferation of body tissue. After confirming the diagnosis, the doctor, in addition to drug therapy, prescribes a specialized diet. For BPH, the diet is based on several principles:
- Lack of hunger combined with weight correction;
- In case of obesity, food is chosen so as to ensure weight loss;
- A varied menu, dishes containing the necessary microelements and vitamins;
- Divide the daily food intake into 4-5 meals;
- Avoid eating before bedtime.
The main focus is on products that help reduce benign tumors. Any food that increases the load on the bladder and (even indirectly) causes inflammatory processes is excluded.
Eating disorders in BPH are numerous in men:
- Constipation or diarrhea.
- Irritation of the bladder.
- Increased risk of secretion and blood stagnation in the prostate.
Sometimes men with diagnosed prostate adenoma switch to sports nutrition, considering it the most balanced. It is important to understand that it was developed for healthy people (and that in addition to the main food) and is not intended for use in the presence of pathological processes in the body.
Nutritional guidelines for BPH:
- Food should be eaten at around the same time.
- Feelings of overeating should not be allowed.
- Diet is calculated for each man individually.
- The main focus is foods that contain fiber and zinc.
- Elimination of foods that negatively affect the immune system.
- Diet varies depending on whether you are on medication or undergoing an operation.
Foods useful for BPH are included in the diet:
- Vegetable fats.
- Diet meat.
- Baked or raw vegetables and fruits. It is especially important to add cucumbers, pears, kiwis, potatoes, watermelons, bananas and dates to the diet.
- Fermented dairy products.
- Pomegranate, carrot, beet, cranberry and tomato juice.
- Mussels, fish, seaweed.
As with prostatitis, alcohol consumption is important. You should drink about 2. 5 liters of water per day.
Experts advise to refuse:
- Fast food.
- Processed and smoked cheeses.
- Milk.
- Save juices and sugary drinks.
- Peppers.
- Garlic.
- Candy.
What are the reviews saying about the men?
On the Internet, you can find reviews of men talking about their own experiences with prostatitis and BPH. In addition to the drug information, patients also share the results of the diet in their reviews.
“I have suffered from prostatitis for over 5 years. During this time, I haven't tried anything. And I went to the doctors, and I was engaged in self-medication, it didn't make sense. For my part, I have noticed that while maintaining a correct lifestyle (I am talking about nutrition now), relapses occur much less often, and they do not manifest themselves so "brilliantly". The most important thing is to exclude alcohol, not to smoke if possible and, as usual, to remove fried, salty and spicy foods. "
“Six months ago I started having terrible problems urinating. I went to the doctor, he said I had prostatitis. First of all, he warned me that treatment and recovery depends on how I eat and how active I am. There was no evidence of inflammation of the prostate. I am convinced that the diet has contributed the lion's share to the effectiveness of the treatment ”.
“The prostate adenoma has gone unnoticed. The doctor said surgery is not recommended at my age (plus I have heart problems). He prescribed medication, advised her to walk more outdoors and adjust her diet, noted what you can eat and what you cannot. He strictly prohibited drinking alcohol. I feel pretty good, an erection has even appeared. The atmosphere improved, I wanted to live with renewed vigor ”.