Some of the most common diseases affecting the male reproductive system are prostate adenoma and prostatitis. The second is an inflammatory process that occurs in the tissues of the prostate gland, respectively, the first is a tumor that forms in this organ.
These are problems that are diagnosed quite actively in men. But everyone knows that proper nutrition can protect against many ailments, as well as become one of the components of the treatment process. Therefore, a significant role in the treatment of this disease is played by the diet for prostatitis and prostate adenoma. With its help, the healing process is more active and takes less time.
The essence of such a diet
Nobody would argue that food is both curative and paralyzing. For this reason, when pathological changes in the patient's body are detected, the doctor most often prescribes restrictions on a number of foods consumed. A similar diet was developed to help the male body fight diseases that affect the prostate gland.
It is selected individually for each patient, taking into account the severity of the pathology, his general condition and anamnesis, as well as taste preferences. At the same time, it has been practically proved that it will not be possible to recover without changing the regime and the balance of nutrition.
Food should not at least worsen the health situation, at best - become one of the elements of the treatment process. Thus, the essence of the diet for prostatitis and prostate adenoma is reduced to alleviate the patient's condition.
If a person wants to recover, he must abide by the restrictions. The "right" meals slow down the development of the disease and increase the chances of faster recovery.
Particular attention is paid to products containing a high percentage of selenium (Se) and zinc (Zn), which have a beneficial effect on the tumor by reducing its size. During treatment, the patient should receive 25 mg of zinc during the day, as well as at least 5 μg of selenium.
The products contain a large amount of zinc:
- Seafood: oysters, mussels, shrimps.
- Red meat, mainly lamb and lean beef.
- Sprouts of wheat and bran.
- Buckwheat.
- Watermelon and pumpkin seeds
- Chocolate and cocoa powder.
- Beef liver.
- Sesame.
- Peas.
- Egg yolks.
- Mushrooms.
The second important element, selenium, is found in the following foods:
- Pork and beef liver.
- Rice, barley, buckwheat and oatmeal.
- Octopus meat.
- Egg.
- Beans and lentils.
- Sea cabbage.
- Pistachios.
- Peas.
- Scallops and shrimps.
- Olive oil.
Also, don't forget vitamin E, which increases the effective absorption of selenium. It should be borne in mind that from food the body absorbs only a part (at best - half) of the microelements in its composition.
As the study showed, the main cause (catalyst) of the manifestation of adenoma is hormonal imbalance, which has worsened over the years. With age, the amount of testosterone decreases and at the same time the concentration of estradiol increases. Furthermore, the appearance and growth of a tumor is influenced by an increase in the amount of adipose tissue. It follows that one of the ways to prevent adenoma should be body weight control.
In addition, it is necessary to constantly take care of cleaning the intestines. Therefore, the diet should be associated with a solution to this problem. But before you start following it, you should study the list of foods you can and can't eat.
What else is important?
Drinking fluids with meals and just before going to bed is discouraged. Otherwise, the digestion process deteriorates and at the same time the night load on the excretory system increases. Water and drinks should be consumed between meals or one hour after meals.
It is necessary to maintain a balanced diet for adenoma and prostatitis and a variety of foods. Protein food should prevail. Fat content is allowed, but not more than 30%. Basically, these should be vegetable fats.
Don't overeat at night. It is necessary to monitor your weight, avoid overeating and the appearance of extra pounds.
Reasons that stimulate the development of the problem
The main reasons are hormonal changes and infections. The food consumed can also contribute to the development of this pathology.
If the disease has passed to a chronic stage, you will have to constantly adhere to these recommendations, because if the regime is violated, an exacerbation can be provoked. The main principle of the diet for chronic prostatitis and prostate adenoma is that food should be light, quickly digestible. The rest of the principles of this diet, as well as the list of "useful" and "harmful" products are given above.
After surgery to remove the adenoma
With a certain clinical picture, doctors can raise the question of excision of adenoma. After surgery, the patient undergoes rehabilitation, part of which is the diet after prostate adenoma surgery.
Its main principle is the predominance of vegetables, protein foods and fruits, the reduction of fats, especially animals. Prefer vegetable fats, which provide the body with the substances necessary for normal functioning.
A high level of vegetable protein in food has a beneficial effect on the body and this seriously reduces the risk of developing cancer.
The major (or completely excluded) limitation concerns products such as:
- Coarse fibers.
- Foods that contain dyes, food additives, preservatives and flavorings.
- High calorie meals with a high percentage of animal fats.
- Fried, spicy and excessively spicy foods.
- Smoked meat and pickles.
- Carbonated and caffeinated drinks.
- Alcohol.
The central part of the diet for prostate adenoma in men should be fruits and vegetables full of vitamins, fiber, trace elements that activate the digestive process and prevent stagnation in the pelvic organs.
As mentioned above, don't ignore the bowel function level. In addition to the elimination of foods that cause flatulence, and can "fix the stool", we should also reconsider food intake: it should be taken in small portions, but the number of meals must be increased. This will keep the digestive tract toned, promoting a more active production of gastric juice, which can help prevent constipation.
In the postoperative period, plums, boiled beets, fermented milk products, dried apricots, carrots, cereals and other dishes appear on the patient's table that have a slight laxative effect.
The diet after BPH should be as follows. To shorten the postoperative recovery period, it is necessary to reduce the load on the digestive and genitourinary systems. A balanced diet boosts the body's immune status, allowing it to fight disease more effectively and activate hidden reserves for faster recovery.
Diet menu for prostatitis and adenoma
It should be consistent with the product guidelines above. When the disease gets worse, it is necessary to switch to eating in small portions. The daily diet should be divided into 4-6 meals. The diet menu for prostatitis in men should consist of simple and healthy dishes.
Below is a daily meal plan. So, a diet for prostatitis for a week can consist of the following menu.
First day
Breakfast:
- Oatmeal.
- Fruit jam.
- Decaffeinated tea.
Snack: banana (medium).
Lunch:
- Lean vegetable soup.
- Mashed potatoes.
- Chicken breast in sweet and sour sauce.
- Compote of dried fruit.
Snack: raspberry jelly.
Dinner:
- Boiled squid.
- Stewed cabbage.
Before going to bed - yogurt.
Second day
Breakfast:
- Curd mass.
- Fruit and berry jelly.
- Snack: a handful of nuts.
Dinner:
- Soup cooked in light vegetable broth.
- Boiled fish.
- Salad - any choice of (fresh) vegetables.
- Green tea.
Snack: baked apple with cinnamon and honey.
Dinner:
- Baked rabbit with sour cream.
- Carrot salad with beets.
Before going to bed: milk (glass).
Third day
Breakfast:
- Barley porridge.
- Raw carrot salad.
- Fruit juice.
Snack: Baked pumpkin with apple.
Lunch:
- Fresh salad of herbs and vegetables.
- Scallops.
- Boiled asparagus.
- Mineral water without gas (glass).
Afternoon snack: fruit salad.
Dinner:
- Fish stew.
- Baked potatoes.
- Fresh cucumber.
Time to go to sleep: natural yogurt.
Fourth day
Breakfast:
- A hard-boiled egg.
- Buckwheat porridge.
- Berry jelly.
Snack: apples.
Lunch:
- Ear.
- Chicken stew.
- Cabbage cutlet.
- Herbal tea.
Snack: fresh apples.
Dinner:
- Baked chicken with orange sauce.
- Fresh vegetable salad.
Before going to bed: fermented cooked milk (glass).
Fifth day
Breakfast:
- Boiled rice.
- Soft-boiled egg.
- Fresh fruit.
Snack: banana dessert.
Lunch:
- Vegetarian borscht.
- Cooked fish on a vegetable cushion.
- Green salad.
- Compote of dried fruit.
Afternoon snack: fruity sorbet.
Dinner:
- Squid stuffed with rice.
- Any vegetable salad.
Before going to bed: kefir (glass).
Sixth day
Breakfast:
- Corn porridge.
- A piece of hard (non-fat) cheese.
- Herbal tea.
Snack: pear dessert.
Lunch:
- Spaghetti or other cooked al dente.
- Meat medallions on a vegetable cushion.
- Fresh cherry tomatoes.
- Fresh fruit compote.
Snack: curd with sour cream and raisins.
Dinner:
- Pumpkin stuffed with vegetables and meat.
- Fresh cabbage salad.
Before going to bed: milk (glass).
Seventh day
Breakfast:
- Pearl barley porridge with carrots and onions.
- Vegetable salad.
- Green tea.
Snack: A handful of nuts (whatever).
Lunch:
- Mushroom puree soup.
- Dark toast.
- Fresh juice.
Snack: berry pie.
Dinner:
- Baked fish.
- Vinaigrette.
- Fresh tomatoes.
Before going to bed: kefir (glass).
How to prepare meals for such a diet?
Below are some recipes for men on the BPH diet.
As you can see, they are easy to do at home.
Stuffed poultry fillet
To prepare this dish, you will need the following:
- Chicken or turkey, fillet - 500-750 grams.
- Rice - half a glass.
- One carrot (medium size).
- Bulbs - 1-2 pcs.
- Garlic - 5-6 teeth.
- Tomato juice - 0, 5 liters.
- Allspice - a little.
- Salt of your choice (but remember that the diet for prostatitis and BPH requires the restriction of this product).
- Basil and other herbs (can be dried).
- Any vegetable oil.
The chicken or turkey fillets must be cut lengthwise. Depending on its thickness, two to three thin slices can be obtained. If it cannot be cut thinly, the thick sections should be lightly eliminated with a kitchen hammer or rolling pin.
Peel the carrots and cut them into thin strips and the onions into half rings. Peel the garlic and cut the prongs with a knife.
The rice should be washed thoroughly with several portions of water, boiled until tender, held lightly under the lid, then thrown into a colander and allowed to drain the excess liquid. Then add onions, carrots, garlic, basil, pepper and salt. Mix everything well.
Place the chopped rice on the fillet slices in the center and wrap them in bags. To ensure that they do not fall apart during further processing, they must be fixed with a toothpick or tied with a thread.
Pour some water into a large pot and bring to a boil. Add the tomato juice, vegetable oil and onion there. Fry the fillet bags on all sides in a pan with a drizzle of oil. The fire must be intense enough. The meat should have a crust that protects it from drying out and keeps it juicy. Do not overcook it: feeding for prostatitis and prostate adenoma should be light.
After frying, place the stuffed fillet in a saucepan with the marinade and simmer until tender. Remove dental floss or toothpicks before serving.
Baked zander with lemon and herbs
The following components are required:
- Pike-perch fillet - 400 grams.
- Ground breadcrumbs - one tsp.
- Dill - deck.
- Lemon is one thing.
- Vegetable oil - three tablespoons.
- Salt of your choice.
Remove all fish bones, rinse and dry with a kitchen towel. Prepare the marinade: Mix the crackers, oil and salt. Add finely chopped dill. Brush the fish fillets with this mixture.
Transfer the fish to the oiled pan. In a preheated oven at 180 degrees, cook the fillets for about 15 minutes. It can be served on the table on lettuce leaves.