The prostate is the size of a walnut and weighs about 20 grams. Its job is to make the seminal fluid which is stored in the seminal vesicle. During intercourse, seminal fluid travels down the urethra and mixes with the sperm produced in the testes to form semen. So semen is not technically semen. It is semen + seminal fluid. Seminal fluid lubricates the semen.

 

After 40 years, for hormonal reasons, the prostate gland begins to grow. From 20 grams, it can reach almost 100 grams. As it gets bigger, it squeezes the urethra and the man begins to notice changes in the way he urinates. 

 

The man begins to notice that after urinating and repackaging, urine still falls on his pants. This is the reason why, after an older man has urinated, he has to ring the bell. A young man simply delivers at the last drop and walks away. Just seeing an older man coming from the bathroom. Sometimes he can squeeze the newspaper closely to hide urine stains, especially on solid-colored pants.

 

At this point, you wait longer for the flow of urine to begin. There are 2 valves that must open for you to urinate - the internal and external sphincters. Both open up but because of the obstructions in the urethra, you wait longer for the flow to start. 

 

Right after urinating You have this feeling that there is still something left.

 

As all of these things happen, the bladder begins to work harder to compensate for the obstruction in the urethra. The frequency of urination increases. The emergency sets in. Sometimes you have to practically run into the toilet. Nocturia is also becoming common. You wake up more than twice a night to urinate. Your wife starts to complain.

 

Men being men may not speak to anyone even at this stage. Then the more serious complications begin.

 

The stored urine becomes infected and there may be a burning sensation when urinating.

 

Stored urine forms crystals. The crystals come together to form stones in the bladder or in the kidney. The stones can block the urethra.

 

Chronic urinary retention sets in. The bladder stores more and more urine. The size of the bladder is 40 to 60cl. A bottle of cola is 50cl. As the bladder stores more urine, it can grow up to 300 cl. An overfilled bladder can leak and lead to urinary / wetting incontinence. In addition, the bulk can put pressure on the kidney and lead to kidney damage.

 

What can possibly bring the man to the hospital is acute urinary retention. He wakes up one day and he cannot urinate.

 

Everything I described above is associated with prostate enlargement, technically called benign prostatic hyperplasia.

 

There are other diseases of the prostate such as:

 

1. Prostatitis - inflammation of the prostate

 

2. Prostate cancer -

 

 

The bad news is that everyone will have prostate enlargement if they live long enough.

 

The good news is that there are lifestyle changes that can help the man after 40 to maintain optimal prostate health.

 

NUTRITION

 

Watch what you eat. 33% of all cancers, according to the US National Cancer Institute, are linked to what we eat.

Red meat every day triples your chances of prostate disease. Daily milk doubles your risk. Not taking fruits / vegetables every day quadruples your risk.

 

Tomatoes are very good for men. If this is the only thing your wife can present at night, eat it with joy. It has loads of lycopene. Lycopene is the most powerful natural antioxidant.

Foods rich in zinc are also good for men. We recommend pumpkin seeds

Zinc is the most essential building block for male sexuality and fertility.

 

Men need more zinc than women. Every time a man ejaculates, he loses 15 mg of zinc. Zinc is also important for the metabolism of alcohol. Your liver needs zinc to metabolize alcohol.

 

ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION

 

As men begin to have urinary symptoms associated with prostate enlargement, it is important that they watch alcohol consumption. More fluid means more fluid.

 

Drink less. Drink slowly.

 

THE SPORT

 

Sport helps build muscle tone. Every man should play sports. Men over 40 should avoid high impact exercise like jogging. He puts pressure on the knees. Cycling is bad news for the prostate. We recommend brisk walking.

 

SESSION

 

When we are seated, two-thirds of our weight rests on the bones of the pelvis. Men who sit longer are more prone to prostate symptoms. Do not sit for long hours. Walk as often as you can. Sit on comfortable chairs. We recommend a split saddle chair if you have to sit for long hours.

 

PAD

 

Men should avoid tight underwear. It affects the circulation around the groin and warms it up a bit. While the physiological temperature is 37 degrees, the groin has an optimum temperature of around 33 degrees. Pant is a no-no for men. Wear boxers. Wear breathable clothing.

 

SMOKING

 

Avoid smoking. It affects the blood vessels and the impact circulation around the crotch.

 

SEX

 

Regular sex is good for the prostate.

 

Singles are more prone to prostate disease. While celibacy is a moral decision, it is not a biological adaptation. Your prostate is designed to empty its contents regularly.