Male sexual health is often overlooked when it comes to promoting sexual vitality and vigour. Research shows the nutrition can benefit women and their sexual health but you may not realise that the same research can often be applied to male sexual health also. There are many herbs that can support prostate health and sex drive as listed below.
Pygeum Bark
Studies have shown that some compounds found within the
Pygeum tree can assist to encourage a normal-sized prostate. If you have an
enlarged prostate it could be a symptom of benign prostate hyperplasia. Finding
ways to discourage its growth will assist with proper urination. Researchers
are still unsure as to how Pygeum bark works, but the studies indicate powerful
benefits especially when the bark is combined with other conventional care.
Pine Bark
The pine bark tree contains a number of bioactive
chemicals geared specifically toward protecting men. There is research that has
shown pine bark to be effective for supporting the prostate when there are cancer
cells present. Pine bark can also be helpful for improving sperm quality and
quantity and extracts of pine bark may help the erectile response, however more
research is needed even though these findings are promising.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a common spice used in Indian cuisine and has
been extensively researched. It is high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory
compounds and also beneficial for prostate health. This is because it may be
able to sooth muscles and tissues helping to ease pain and swelling. Turmeric
may also help to improve urinary ease and frequency if you are suffering with
prostate issues.
Pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds contain a lot of nutritive components
that have been positively linked to prostate health. These compounds include
Zinc, potassium, and iron which are essential for men’s health. The nutrients
and the antioxidants that are found in pumpkin seeds may provide considerable support
for the prostate and also help with improving urine flow in men with benign
prostate hyperplasia.
Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto has been used for ages to help support urinary
and reproductive health. It is effective for inhibiting a specific enzyme
called 5-alpha reductase which is associated with prostate enlargement. This plant
may also be beneficial when it comes to testosterone levels and preventing the
hormone’s conversion to dihydrotestosterone, an androgen responsible for male
pattern baldness and benign prostate hyperplasia.
Smartweed
Smartweed is high in antioxidants which are important
for protecting the prostate, and helps with the reduction of swelling.
Stinging Nettle
Stinging Nettle may support proper urinary function
while helping with the reduction of prostate size. It also inhibits the
conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone.
It is important to speak to your natural therapist or
herbalist about these substances. Do not just walk into a health food store and
buy these. Also do not Google or self-diagnose. It takes many years of study to
find which herbal mix is right for you so go to an expert and let them decide.
After all you wouldn’t ask your three year old to fix your expensive car, would
you?