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Holistic BPH Treatment

Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is a non-cancerous condition that causes enlargement of the prostate. There are several natural and drug treatment options. Common drug treatments that can be prescribed include Proscar, Cardura, Minipress and Hytrin. Holistic therapies are also an option for those suffering with BPH. However, prescriptions medications often have side effects and many men are turning to natural remedies for treatment. According to the holistic urology department at Columbia University, common herbs for holistic BPH treatment are saw palmetto, red clover, beta sitosterol and pygeum africanium.

  1. Saw Palmetto as a Holistic BPH Treatment

    • The common name for Serenoa is saw palmetto. The part of the saw palmetto that is used to treat BPH is the berries. Clinical studies have shown that saw palmetto reduces inflammation and thus the size of the enlarged prostate. It also cleans out the prostate by increasing the frequency of urination. Saw palmetto has also been proven to be an antiseptic for the urinary system. Although saw palmetto is an herbal treatment, you should consult with your doctor before using it.

    Pygeum as a Holistic BPH Treatment

    • An evergreen tree that grows in Africa is also a holistic BPH treatment. Known as Pygeum, the tree features a bark that is utilized to treat genito-urinary conditions. Pygeum is also an anti-inflammatory for the prostate. Clinical trials show this tree bark to be an effective holistic treatment for BPH as well as some other health conditions.

    Beta Sitosterol as a Holistic BPH Treatment

    • Beta Sitosterol sounds synthetic, but it is natural and found in almost all known plants. Doctors in Europe have been prescribing it to patients and its popularity has now reached North America. Studies show that Beta Sitosterol reduces enlargement of the prostate and helps to relieve symptoms of the lower urinary tract. It naturally occurs in its highest concentrations in soybeans, corn oils, rice and wheat bran.

    Red Clover as a Holistic BPH Treatment

    • Red clover is a variety of clover related to the common garden version. This clover has brilliant red flowers and does not hover as close to the ground as its common relative. An article by Aaron Katz, M.D. in the "Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine" sites scientific evidence that red clover extract contains isoflavones that relieve the common symptoms associated with BPH. The four effective isoflavones found in red clover can are also in the supplement Trinovin.

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