Saw Palmetto-Treatment for Enlarged Prostate

Alternative medicine is a common treatment for prostate enlargement. This is a condition in which the prostate cells divide too rapidly making the gland too large. The condition is called benign prostatic hyperthropy( BPH). The herb, extract of saw palmetto is medicinal and is approved to treat the condition. It reduces the hyperplasia associated with BPH and relieves the urinary symptoms. It can be taken as a herbal supplement, to promote healthy prostates or on prescription by a physician for BPH. They are available in capsule form, as teas or tintures. It is apparently less expensive than drugs used for the same purpose Side effects: Side effects are rare and are less than other other drugs used for treating the disease. For this it is considered safe for use. They are nausea, upset stomach and headaches. About the herb- Saw palmetto boosts the immune and endocrine systems. It is also used as a tonic to enhance strength and vitality. It has other benefits such as:

• Enhances sexual desire and funtioning
• Stimulates hair growth
• Increases breast size
• Anti-inflammatory properties

Pregnant women and those taking testosterone or estrogen should consult their doctor first before taking saw palmetto.

If you believe your symptoms are that of BPH and would rather alternative treatment, ask your doctor about saw palmetto herbal medicine. Other herbal medicine used with saw palmetto are flaxseed oil and zinc, they can be used in combination with it.

Smoking Cessation Is Not Easy- How To Quit

Nicotine is the killer drug in the cigarettes and cigars that people smoke. When you smoke the nicotine affects the brain making you temporarily calm and more alert; you actually get a mood boost. When the effects wear off the cravings to be calm and alert returns and you go for another cigarette for a boost. These personal benefits make it difficult to quit. Smoking however is bad for health because it is a #1 cause of various cancers, cardiovascular disease, respiratory diseases and more. It suppresses your immune system. Smoking is a leading cause of premature death.

Smoking is modifiable risk factor that can be stopped. There are many things one can do to quit and stay quit.

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While you are a smoker:

Think about the reasons why you smoke and write them down.

Try alternate ways to keep calm and alert.

Get sufficient sleep: instead of staying up with a cigarette, hit the pillow for sleep.

Have some free time? Go for physical activity such as walking, running and cycling. Don't remain inactive too long.

Purchase a good exercise/fitness equipment for home use.

Cut out habits that seem to accompany your smoking routine, for example: A certain a past time that trigggers the urge to smoke.

Hang out with people you know that don't smoke. en you are ready to quit

• Set a date to do so
• Tell your spouse or friends and ask for their support
• Join a no smoking program online
• Check out the resources available in your local community
• Hang out with non smoking colleagues or peers
• Try nicotine replacement therapy

If quitting is still difficult , try a behaviour change program. There are some examples on the left. Parents can be an example to protect children from second hand smoke.

Support cancer prevention on World Health Day.

Particpate in World No Tobacco Day eventTake the Driven To Quit Challenge . If you live in Ontario , Canada and are a smoker you can register for this yearly event .