6 foods that help shrink the prostate (slideshow)

Pomegranates

3. Pomegranates

Both animal and human studies have demonstrated an ability of pomegranates to help manage BPH. In the most recent study, pomegranate juice extract was successful in preventing testosterone-induced BPH. The scientists attributed this benefit to pomegranate’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

In an earlier clinical trial in humans, scientists saw evidence that pomegranate juice resulted in a significant increase in nitric oxide metabolites, which appear to be key in helping relieve symptoms of an enlarged prostate.

Read: Pomegranate’s 10 benefits for men’s health

Craig Cooper

By Craig Cooper

Craig Cooper is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and TV host of CNBC's "Adventure Capitalists". He is an “Ambassador” for both the global men’s health foundation “Movember” and 2XU, the performance sportswear company. He is the author of the Harper Collins book “Your New Prime: 30 Days to Better Sex, Eternal Strength, and a Kick-Ass Life After 40“. Follow Craig on Instagram @craigcooperrrr and Facebook.

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