To normalize PSA levels, you need to diagnose the disease and carry out the prescribed treatment. But some methods to reduce the concentration of antigen levels can be used independently, as maintenance therapy and prevention.
Among the ways to reduce PSA in the blood are:
- taking medications;
- proper and dietary nutrition;
- taking vitamins and microelements;
- herbal medicine and folk remedies.
Medications
Medications are not directly aimed at reducing the level of prostate specific antigen, but they also have this effect.
Among them there are 3 categories:
- 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
- Thiazide diuretics.
- Cholesterol-lowering drugs.
- Dietary supplements.
5-alpha reductase inhibitors
These drugs reduce the effect of androgens on the prostate, which slows the rate at which it grows or even causes it to shrink, causing a decrease in PSA levels.
However, medications do not guarantee a positive effect, and therapy must be carried out over a long period of time - from six months to one and a half years.
The most well-known drugs in this group are Finasteride and Dutasteride.
Thiazide diuretics
Medicines in this group will help reduce PSA in prostate cancer and blood pressure by removing excess fluid. To achieve a positive result, use must be carried out for a long time. The most well-known drugs are Hypothiazide and Indapamide.
Cholesterol-lowering drugs
In some cases, taking these drugs helps reduce PSA levels in prostate adenoma by up to 50%. Therapy should be carried out for about a year. If the antigen does not decrease, a revision of the treatment regimen is necessary.
The most well-known drugs are Ceristatin, Fluvastatin and Pitavastatin.
dietary supplements
Dietary supplements – Pomi-T and PC-Spes – will help reduce prostate PSA.
Pomi-T anti-cancer herbal capsules contain pomegranate, turmeric, broccoli and green tea. All ingredients contain polyphenols, which have a beneficial effect on the body and reduce the development of tumors and neoplasms.
PC-Spes contains 8 herbal ingredients - chrysanthemum flowers, woad, Ural licorice root, Reishi mushrooms, ginseng root, Rhabdosia and saw palmetto berries, which help reduce the development of cancer, lower testosterone and PSA.
Food and Diet
To reduce the level of PSA production by the prostate gland, it is recommended to adhere to a dietary diet, the basic principles of which are:
- avoidance of high-fat meat products;
- reducing the consumption of dairy products;
- increasing consumption of plant foods high in antioxidants;
- consumption of vitamins and nutrients.
Fatty meat products can be replaced with chicken, turkey or fish; lean beef is allowed.
From plant foods, leafy vegetables and salads will be useful. Tomatoes will also be useful; they contain carotenoids that have a positive effect on PSA levels. It is advisable to increase the consumption of fruits, especially pomegranates and grapes, they contain a large amount of antioxidants.
Green tea will be a useful drink; it contains antioxidants such as catechins, which reduce the likelihood of malignant processes in the body.
Vitamins and nutrients
The following vitamins and minerals are considered the most useful for improving prostate function:
- Zinc.
- Selenium.
- Vitamin B6.
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
Zinc
Necessary for the functioning of the prostate immune system, helps to avoid various disorders. The highest content is in the following foods: red meat, liver, mushrooms, peanuts, beans and pumpkin seeds.
Selenium
This trace element has a powerful antioxidant effect, reducing the likelihood of cancer cell formation. The highest content is in: coconuts, Brazil nuts, feta cheese, octopus and squid, garlic and oyster mushrooms.
Vitamin B6
Increases the level of white blood cells, which are part of the immune system and help protect against infectious diseases and viruses. Reduces prolactin levels, which helps prevent adenoma and prostate cancer. The highest content is in: walnuts and pine nuts, hazelnuts, beans, sea buckthorn and tuna.
Vitamin D
Increases the activity of leukocytes, which improves the functioning of the immune system. The highest content is in fish oil, beef liver and parsley.
Vitamin E
It has a powerful antioxidant effect and reduces the likelihood of malignant tumors. The highest content is in: sea buckthorn, viburnum, rose hips, dried apricots and prunes, spinach, oatmeal.
Herbal medicine and folk remedies
Folk remedies will help reduce PSA:
- honey and bee products;
- nuts, flax and pumpkin seeds;
- decoctions of beneficial herbs.
Honey
Contributes to overall improvement of health. One of the most effective recipes for lowering PSA levels:
- Mix 250 ml of juniper and 250 ml of licorice infusion with 500 ml of honey.
- Leave to brew for 2 days in a cool, dark place.
- Take 100 ml 2 times a day before meals.
- Continue therapy for at least 30 days.
Nuts, flax and pumpkin seeds
They have a strengthening effect on the vascular system and contain a large amount of substances useful for the functioning of the prostate gland. There are no special recipes for preparation; you can simply add them to your regular diet in various forms.
Useful herbs
Among the herbs useful for prostate function are:
- Red clover;
- nettle;
- St. John's wort;
- bearberry;
- motherwort;
- ginseng;
- chamomile;
- plantain;
- calendula;
It is recommended to cook decoctions from them for 30 minutes, then strain and consume a small amount before meals.
