Enlarged Prostate (BPH): A Common Part of Aging
Information courtesy of Physician's Choice
Enlarged Prostate (BPH): A Common Part of Aging
As the prostate enlarges, the layer of tissue surrounding it stops it from expanding, causing the gland to press against the urethra like a clamp on a garden hose.
Zinc is probably the single most important nutrient for a healthy prostate. The normal prostate gland contains more Zinc than any other organ. Zinc deficiency has been shown to cause enlargement of the prostate.
The bladder wall becomes thicker and irritable.
Beta Sitosterol has a number of properties that make it uniquely suitable for improving the health of the prostate gland. Some studies have indicated that Beta Sitosterol alone may be helpful in combatting prostate problems.
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