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Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is a very common condition that affects many men over the age of forty. Symptoms include increased urinary frequency, nighttime waking to empty the bladder, and a weak stream during urination. Clinical trials support the use of herbs and nutrients to address the hormonal and inflammatory changes associated with the aging process. Some minerals, essential fatty acids, and amino acids are also suggested to help discourage prostate inflammation and enlargement.

Nutritional Supplements

Start with CORE NUTRITION...
Add these essential products:

1. Pathway PROSTA PLUS
2. Pathway PS-100 PLUS

Include these optional products:

Pathway I3C PLUS
Pathway GREEN TEA EXTRACT

Essential Products for Prostate Health

Prostate Support Formula

Clinical studies show that extracts of saw palmetto, stinging nettle root, and pumpkin seeds are important nutrients supporting prostate health and reducing prostate enlargement. Pathway PROSTA PLUS is a comprehensive prostate formula that includes these herbs as well as a combination of amino acids alanine, glycine, and glutamic acid. This formula addresses the hormonal changes and symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH).

Recommended: Pathway PROSTA PLUS

Phosphatides

Phosphatides are lipid substances that make up the protective membrane covering every cell, including those found in the brain. Normally the body manufactures its own phosphatides from nutrients provided by the diet. However, if the diet is deficient in any one of a number of these key nutrients, the body may not make a sufficient amount for healthy brain function. For enhanced memory and cognitive skills, we recommend Pathway’s PS-100. Along with 100 mg of phosphatidylserine, it contains other beneficial phosphatides and fatty acids such as phosphatidylcholine, phoshatidylethanolamine and phosphatidylinositol.

Recommended: Pathway PS-100 PLUS

Optional Products for Prostate Health

Indole-3-carbinol (I3C)

Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), a substance found in some vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, etc.), and its metabolite, di-indolylmethane (DIM), exhibit protective powers against prostate cancer. This formula contains betaine hydrochloride and ascorbic acid that create the acidic conditions necessary for I3C's cancer fighting substances to function optimally.

Recommended: Pathway I3C PLUS

Green Tea

Green tea extract is rich in free radical fighting antioxidants, notably a substance called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG has been shown to significantly protect DNA from free radical damage and induce prostate cancer cell death. Pathway GREEN TEA EXTRACT is manufactured under strict European quality control standards and is standardized to provide the optimal level of 50% naturally occurring catachins.

Recommended: Pathway GREEN TEA EXTRACT