Diet Plan for Prostate Problem

The prostate gland is present in the male reproductive system. Enlarged prostate gland also called as BPH (benign hyperplasia) is not cancerous and does not raise risk for prostate cancer but it may raise the urinary problems such as dribbling of urine, blood and painful urination, painful ejaculation and many more.A diet with excess of calories, very high in animal-based protein is responsible to raise prostate issues. Diet must include food rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C, lutein, beta-carotene and zinc to control the symptoms. Daily consumption of red meat, caffeine, high sodium food, processed foods, alcohol, spicy foods, sugary foods, can increase urinary symptoms, including BPH.A balanced diet along with antioxidant rich food has positive impact on prostate health.

Prostate Problem diet charts

DIET CHART FOR PROSTATE PROBLEMS

EARLY-MORNING

Aloe-Vera juice / Herbal tea / Green tea

BREAKFAST

Broken wheat porridge (Veg Dalia) / Veg Semolina (Veg upma)/ Veg Idli / Veg Vermicelli (Sewian) / Veg poha (Rice flakes) / Besan Pancake (gram flour) / Stuffed Chapatti / Chapatti with veg or Dal/ Brown Bread Sandwich / + 2 Egg white portion only

MID-MORNING

Fruit / Coconut water/ Sprouts / Salad

LUNCH

Plain chapatti / Fried rice / Veg pula / Boiled rice / Veg khichri / Vegetable + Dal + Salad

EVENING

Milk / Rice flakes snack / Sprouts / Soup (Home-made) / Herbal tea / Roasted Chana

DINNER

Plain chapatti / Vegetable + Dal / Salad

DIET INSTRUCTIONS

CEREALS

Cereals to be consumed

Whole wheat flour, Oatmeal, Whole grain bread, Whole grains cereals, Porridge, Brown rice, Soya flour

Cereals to be avoided

White breads, White refined flour and its products, White rice, Sweet biscuit, Noodle, Pasta, Macaroni, and Maggie

FRUITS

Fruits to be consumed

All fruits include Avocadoes, Pomegranate, Cantaloupe, Raspberries, Apricots, Dates, Prunes, Grapes, Papaya, Oranges, Watermelon, Mango, and Sugarcane

Fruits to be avoided

All canned and packaged fruits, Banana (may cause constipation for some)

VEGETABLES

Vegetables to be consumed

Brussels sprouts, Broccoli, Turnips, Carrot, Cabbage, Pumpkin, Sweet potatoes, Squash, Green Peas, Asparagus, Bell pepper, Dark Green leafy vegetable, Turnip greens, Spinach, Beet, Tomato products, Potatoes, Onion, Ginger, Garlic

Vegetables to be avoided

Crisp and Cheese filled snacks, Coconut, Frozen vegetables

PULSES

Pulses to be consumed

All Pulses, Legumes, Soybean and its products

Pulses to be avoided

Dried and frozen pulses

DAIRY PRODUCTS

Dairy Products to be consumed

Tofu, Soya milk, Low-fat milk (Occasionally)

Dairy Products to be avoided

Milk and its products, Whole milk and Cream, Curd, Butter, Full-fat yogurt, Cream cheese, Condensed milk

SPICES

Spices to be consumed

Fennel, Fenugreek, Basils, Mint, Cumin, Carmon, Thyme, Coriander, Turmeric, Salt, Cayenne pepper (less quantity)

Spices to be avoided

Hot spices

DRINKS

Drinks to be consumed

Clear vegetable soup, Lime water, Soya milk, Almond milk, Tomato juice, Fresh juices, Orange juice, Sugarcane juice, pineapple juice, Cranberry juice and pomegranate juice.

Drinks to be avoided

Carbonated beverages like Coke, Limca, Pepsi, Fanta etc., Canned soup, Packaged soup and Canned fruit juices, Caffeinated drinks, Coffee, Tea, Alcohol

FLESH FOODS

Flesh Foods to be consumed

Egg white portion, Lean meat, Fish with edible bones like Salmon, Salmon oil, Tuna, Shellfish, Chicken soup (Homemade) (Roasted / Steamed)

Flesh Foods to be avoided

Fried or Processed meats, Prawns, Lobster, Crab, Lean beef, Pork, Lamb, Ham, Turkey, Egg yolk, Sausages, Beef, Mutton, Salami, Bacon, Duck, Goose, Hot dogs, Hamburgers, Meat pies, Visible fat on meat, Red meat, Organ part, Grilled meat, Liver, Kidney and Chest

SEEDS AND DRY FRUITS

Dry Fruits to be consumed

Pumpkin seed, Flaxseed, Peanuts,Sesame seeds, Roasted or Soaked Almond, Prunes, Figs, Dried apricot

Dry Fruits to be avoided

Cashew nuts, Pistachio, Raisins

OILS

Oils to be consumed

Cow ghee, Olive oil, Soybean oil, Flax seed oil, Cod liver oil, Canola oil

Oils to be avoided

Unsaturated fats, Cream, Palm oil, Coconut oil, Butter, Hydrogenated oil

OTHER FOODS

Other Foods to be consumed

Homemade only, Jaggery, Peanut butter

Other Foods to be avoided

All bakery products or processed, Pastry, Puddings, Cakes, Biscuits, Sauces, Fruit jellies, Jams, Mayonnaise, Ice-cream, Cream soups, Dark chocolate, Butter scotch, Coconut bar, Chutneys, Pickles, Junk food, Deep fried foods, and Spicy foods.

LIFESTYLE AND DIETARY TIPS

  • Water intake should be 8-10 glasses regularly.

  • Walk for at least 30-45 min is recommended.
  • Whole fruit should be preferred to fruit juices.
  • Skipping of meals should be avoided, especially the breakfast
  • Herbal Tea – Boil ½ tsp each of fennel, coriander, cumin in cups of water till it’s reduced to 2 cups
  • Pumpkin seeds – 1 tsp pumpkin seeds powder with 1 glass of water
  • Turmeric and milk (half tsp. turmeric in a glass of milk)
  • Avoid calcium rich foods

Note – The patients are suggested to take the diet plan seriously and follow the instructions regularly. That will not only provide relief from the problem but will also benefit in treating the painful conditions, which arises due to the disorder.