The prostate — the gland responsible for producing most of the fluids in semen — is located directly beneath the bladder. Roughly the size of a pea at birth, it begins growing rapidly during puberty, when testosterone levels rise.

Symptoms Of Prostate Problems

- Slowed or delayed start of the urinary stream

- Weak urine stream

- Dribbling after urinating

- Straining to urinate

- Strong and sudden urge to urinate

- Incomplete emptying of your bladder

- Needing to urinate two or more times per night

- Urinary retention (complete inability to urinate)

- Incontinence

- Pain with urination or bloody urine (these may indicate infection

Enlarged Prostate Remedy

Get enough Zinc: Zinc is a great natural therapy of the prostate gland. Zinc is also essential to the production of semen, a deficiency can lead to prostate problems. Do not take zinc for a prolonged period of time.

Pumpkin Seeds: Pumpkin seeds contain high levels of phytosterols and zinc-both critical for the prostates well-being. 1 to 2 teaspoons of ground pumpkin seeds mixed with liquid twice a day.

Tomatoes is a must: Tomatoes contain a compound that makes them red called lycopene. It helps relieve symptoms and may prevent the progression of prostate enlargement. You should eat two or three tomatoes or tomato-based products a day.

Avoid spicy foods. Certain foods and beverages can make matters worse. Carbonated drinks, caffeinated beverages, and acidic foods such as citrus fruits and juices. These items irritate the lining of the prostate.

Keep active: Men with jobs that require long hours of sitting, especially occupations that constantly put pressure on the prostate area, such as truck driving, are more prone to prostate problems.

Exercise: Men who exercise more are less likely to have symptoms of BPH.

Quit smoking: Men who smoke are more likely to report symptoms of BPH.

Buy loose fitting underwear.

Increase sex: The prostate is vitally involved in the production of semen, ejaculation can be therapeutic. During ejaculation, muscles surrounding the prostate contract. It is very good for blood flow.

Drink plenty of water, but not before bed.

Herbal Remedies For The Prostate

Use saw palmetto: The berry extract of this southeastern United States palm tree is widely used to treat BPH. Among the benefits are stronger urinary flow, fewer nighttime trips to the bathroom, less urine held in the bladder following urination, and less urinary frequency.

Use African pygeum: Used extensively in Europe for the treatment of BPH, several studies find this fruit of an African evergreen tree effective, possibly because it diminishes inflammation.

Try nettle root: Nettle root extract appears to have steroidal and anti-inflammatory properties that benefit men with BPH. Take in combination with saw palmetto.