As we age, our bodies transform and signs of age can profoundly affect prostate function, as early as age 40 for some men. There are physical, emotional and lifestyle signals that none of us like admitting to ourselves, let alone talking about with others.
Physical changes like always having to go, day and night; leaking, dribbling and having sudden, unexpected urges to go; a weak or intermittent urine stream; even erectile dysfunction. It leaves us feeling frustrated and embarrassed. We alter plans, always thinking will I be near a bathroom? Will I dribble and smell of urine or stain my clothes? It’s just too much to think about, so we inevitably withdraw from doing the things we enjoy doing.
Don’t let it get this far. If you proactively maintain your prostate, you can avoid these issues. It’s time to take charge and rediscover our vim and vigor. Because age truly is just a number when you feel good. A couple of sure-fire ways to feel good and maintain healthy prostate function includes diet, exercise and a safe, reliable daily supplement, like URINOZINC®.
How Diet Can Change Our Outlook and Improve Our Wellbeing
The best rule of thumb in eating well is to eat fresh. The less our food is touched by man or machine, the better for us it is. Learn about fish and the ones you like and learn how to prepare and cook the different types of fish. Most fish and seafood are quick and easy to cook, so dive right in and try new things.
Being healthy isn’t about denying ourselves from the things we love, it’s about moderation. Fish, seafood, nuts, whole grains, vegetables, fruits and healthy fats are all a part of eating well. So, find new ways to incorporate them into your everyday.
Things to eat less of are poultry, eggs, cheese, yogurt and red wine. The occasional indulgence in red meats and sweets is okay but keep them to a minimal. Foods to avoid include sugary beverages (sodas, fruit juices, etc.), margarines, processed meats, refined grains (white bread, pasta from refined wheats, etc.), highly processed foods and refined oils (soybean, canola, cottonseed).
Proper diet and nutrition can have a big impact on prostate health. Daily drug-free supplements like URINOZINC® can also help to support healthy prostate function.
Exercise and Quality of Life
When it comes to exercise, many of us sigh and have good intentions. We know it’s important, now more than ever. As we age, we lose muscle mass and when prostate function starts to deteriorate, we know it’s time to get back out there and establish a routine we can stick with.
Whether it’s running, walking, swimming, biking, or whatever, get some cardio into your life. As little as 30 minutes a day will do wonders. Breaking it up into three 10-minute segments will also work, according to the folks at Harvard Medical School.
None of us want to talk about prostate issues, but here we are doing our research. And what research is telling is that Kegels, exercises women have been doing for years is now something men should be doing as well. Apparently, Kegels aren’t just a sexercise for women, they work the pelvic floor muscles, which helps with incontinence and bowel control, too.
And who knew that men can reap similar benefits, like bladder and bowel control, and could improve sexual performance, according to the Mayo Clinic. We too have pelvic floor muscles that lose their muscle mass, like other parts of our body. But, three sets of 10 Kegels, three times a day is what is recommended. The goal is to build up the muscles of the pelvic floor. When men do Kegels, they can help with dribbling issues and support normal prostate function, too.
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