How to shrink the prostate naturally
Prostate enlargement happens when an accumulation of androgens prevents prostatic cell death and promotes cell proliferation, increasing the size of the prostate gland.
An enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), can cause frustrating and uncomfortable symptoms — most commonly, urinary and sexual difficulties. However, several natural remedies and lifestyle changes can help ease the symptoms.
BPH is not usually a severe health threat, although it can affect a person’s quality of life.
In this article, we detail 10 natural remedies for an enlarged prostate and discuss its causes and risk factors.
Natural remedies for an enlarged prostate
However, some people may wish to try natural remedies for BPH. Those wishing to try these remedies should consult a doctor or an integrative medicine physician first, if possible.
1. Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens)
Saw palmetto is a palm native to the southeastern United States. The extract of this plant is a popular herbal supplement for the treatment of BPH.
Saw palmetto is an inhibitor of 5-alpha-reductase. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and can reduce the number of estrogen and androgen (DHT) receptors.