Herbal Supplements for Prostate Health: Evidence, Risks and Buying Tips

Herbal supplements for prostate health are widely marketed for weak urine flow, nighttime urination and other symptoms of an enlarged prostate. However, the evidence varies by ingredient, and a “prostate support” label does not establish that a product works. Before choosing a supplement, get persistent urinary symptoms assessed. The useful question is whether a specific … Read more

Hormonal Changes and Prostate Enlargement: Testosterone, DHT and BPH

Hormones help regulate prostate growth, but an enlarged prostate does not automatically mean that your testosterone is too high or that you need a “hormone-balancing” supplement. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) becomes more common with age. Hormonal changes are part of the explanation, although the causes are not fully understood. Understanding that distinction can help you … Read more

Understanding BPH: Enlarged Prostate Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) means noncancerous enlargement of the prostate. It becomes more common with age and can affect how easily urine leaves the bladder. Not everyone with an enlarged prostate needs medicine or surgery. The right approach depends on your symptoms, how well your bladder empties and whether complications are present. Optional paid resource: … Read more