Good prostate health and a diet that supports it is something unique to men. This tiny but vital organ controls various processes in the body and can cause big problems if not attended to. But first, it is important to know what a prostate is and how it works.

The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that sits between the bladder and penis. The prostate gland produces the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT controls testosterone in the body. The prostate also controls the flow of urine and the desire to urinate. It acts as a preventive organ for bladder infections. Many times, when men start to experience trouble urinating, this is the first sign that there is a problem in the prostate.

Providing your body with plenty of nutrition to correctly produce the right hormones and control sexual desires is of utmost importance. You’ll have to make sure your urine remains flowing and free of toxins, and your bowel movements stay regular. Things like diarrhea and constipation place your prostate at risk for prostate cancer and prostate disease. Eating the right food helps reduce these toxins and help your colon flow freely.

The basis of all healthy diets is fruits and vegetables. God Himself did put down a perfect plan for eating right in The Bible. It tells us that fruits and vegetables are what give us life and vitality. Ideally, we should be getting in about 7-10 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. This provides us with plenty of nutrition, vitamins and minerals, and healthy fibers that help our body regulate the pH of our urine. Urine should be at a low pH because it prevents kidney stone crystals from forming and bacteria from becoming a problem.

Good fruits and vegetables help our digestive system move properly. We should be having a bowel evacuation 18 to 24 hours after we eat. For a person who eats three meals a day, they should have three bowel movements per day. Unfortunately, our society has trained us that one or fewer bowel movements a day is normal.

To keep the kidneys flowing, drink plenty of water. Far too many people in the world today are dehydrated and this shows that it is vital for you to stay thoroughly hydrated every day, preferably with water. Soda and alcohol tend to block things off, so they are not recommended.

You should also limit processed fruit juices and coffee, as they tend to have higher amounts of sugar. Vegetable juices are highly encouraged instead as they provide some relief to your kidneys and prostate. They help lower the pH of urine and help stimulate proper hormone production.

Grains are a staple of life, but if you make them a high percentage of your diet, you’re asking for trouble. When you eat grains, make them whole grains. This is the way our ancestors made their bread in the past. The sprouting, fermenting, and use of whole grains give us vitamins and fiber. Processed wheat, such as white flour, has all of the healthy portions of the grain stripped away, leaving only the sugar and starches. This can lead to diabetes, indigestion, constipation, and poor prostate health.

All herbs and spices also are healthy and will help support good prostate health.

Your diet isn’t the only thing you should change. Make sure you get in plenty of exercise that helps flush your system of toxins and energy. Exercise builds up healthy muscle. Do core workouts, as they massage your digestive system and improve your prostate. Avoid overworking yourself. Be sure you’re getting enough downtime and relaxation time so your body can be stabilized and sleep properly. You throw off all your hormones if you’re not getting enough restful sleep or you’re too worried about work.

Spend time out with your loved ones. Some studies have shown that merely connecting with your family and telling them you love them helps produce more good hormones that support your health. 

Enjoy!