When the prostrate gland becomes inflamed due to bacterial infection it is known as prostatitis. Sometimes the prostrate becomes inflamed and enlarged without any infection and causes no symptoms. The cause for this is unknown. The common symptoms are fever, pain and burning during urination and improper flow of urine. There is urgent and frequent need to urinate but when the patient goes to urinate, the urine just trickles in drops. Prostatits can also cause erectile dysfunction, tender and painful testicles and pain in the rectum and pelvic area.
Home Remedies For Prostatitis
Fish Oil
Fish oil has innumerable health giving properties which are extremely useful for treating and curing a wide number of diseases and ailments. Normal healthy people too can consume fish oil regularly to stay healthy and free from infections and diseases.
Besides other valuable nutrients, fish oil has vast reserves of omega 3 fatty acids which are powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents. They reduce the swelling and provide relief in the symptoms of prostatitis. Take three capsule of fish oil daily.
Turmeric
Turmeric is very good for prostatits because of its powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Its antibacterial properties snuff the infection effectively and flush out all the impurities and harmful toxins from the bladder and the urethra and bring relief in the painful and burning urination.
Turmeric also boosts immunity and keeps the body free from diseases and keeps all its organs well functioning. Take two teaspoons of turmeric powder everyday. You can mix it with milk or just swallow it with some water.
Lemongrass
Lemongrass has potent antibacterial, antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which deal with the infection rapidly and effectively. It also has diuretic properties which flushes out the toxins and improves the flow of the urine. Boil a cup of water and add a few stalks of fresh lemongrass to it. Steep for ten minutes then strain the infusion and drink this tea, three times daily.
Tomato
Tomato is everyone’s favorite and is commonly used in preparing every dish to enhance the taste and flavor of it. Tomato is also renowned for its multitudinous healing and curative powers.
Its specific use for prostatitis is because of its richness in bioflavonoids and lycopene which is a cancer fighting agent. These substances remove the harmful toxins and improve the flow of urine. They also reduce the burning and pain and the frequent need to urinate. Eat raw tomatoes to gain the optimum benefit.
Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds are known to have innumerable powerful nutrients which address a vast number of diseases and ailments. They are extremely rich in omega 3 fatty acids which provide great relief in the symptoms of prostatitis. Eat two tablespoons of flaxseeds with your cereal daily to keep your prostrate gland in a healthy condition.
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