How to Strengthen a Prostate

Prostate problems affect the vast majority of men. MayoClinic.com reports that half of all men over 60 will have an enlarged prostate. That number increases to 95 percent in men 75 or older. When your prostate isn't strong and healthy, you can experience prostate infections, trouble urinating and difficulty with sexual performance. Lifestyle choices you make now can improve prostate health and decrease your risk of an enlarged prostate and aggressive prostate cancers.

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Step 1

Talk to your doctor about regular prostate screenings if you're concerned about your prostate health, or if you're over age 40, recommends MayoClinic.com. Medical problems that weaken your prostate can be easy to treat when they're diagnosed early.

Step 2

Change your diet to make sure you're getting the nutrients necessary for a strong, healthy prostate. Certain foods hep prevent oxidation and inflammation of the prostate, according to the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Eat foods rich in antioxidants like vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, leafy greens and broccoli. Eat a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. Talk to your doctor about adding a vitamin D supplement to your diet for prostate health.

Step 3

Reduce excess sugars, like the kind you get from soda, sweetened coffee drinks, candy, cakes and pies. Excess sugar is the primary fuel source for prostate tumor growth. Instead, eat sugar in moderation and use fruits and sweet vegetables to calm your sweet tooth.

Step 4

Control your alcohol consumption. Heavy drinking increases your risk of developing prostate cancer. Consume fewer than two drinks per day.

Step 5

Add soy foods to your diet. Asian men experience fewer prostate problems, which, according to MayoClinic.com, could be related to their soy intake. Soy creates estrogen-like chemicals in your body which help strengthen your prostate and reduce your prostate cancer risk.

Step 6

Lose excess body fat to prevent conditions like insulin resistance, heart disease and anternal inflammatory responses that negatively impact prostate health. Exercise for 30 minutes per day, at least five days out of the week. Add strength training two to three days per week to build muscle and increase metabolism.