Prostatitis is an inflammatory disorder of the prostate gland, some bacterial in nature and 
some not. There are four types of prostatitis: acute bacterial, chronic bacterial, nonbacterial, and prostatodynia (chronic pelvic pain syndrome).
Symptoms and Signs vary by category, and they include urinary frequency and urgency, a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying, a need to urinate again shortly after urinating, frequent nighttime urination (nocturia), pain along the penis, lower back, or testicles, painful ejaculation, and decreased libido and impotence.
Possible contributing factors:
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
- Dehydration.
- Urinary tract infection.
- Food allergies.
- Weakened immune system.
- Unprotected intercourse with multiple partners.
- Urinary tract catheterization or instrumentation.
Nutritional Supports:
Restricted Foods:
- Saturated fats.
- Trans-fats.
- Sugar and sweets.
- Processed foods.
- Alcohol.
- Coffee.
- Caffeinated beverages.
- Soft drinks.
- Food additives and preservatives.
- Black pepper.
- Chili pepper.
Recommended Foods:
- Drinking plenty of water: at least 2 liters a day.
- Whole grains.
- Foods high in fiber.
- Legumes.
- Flaxseeds.
- Pumpkin seeds.
- Foods high in zinc: legumes, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
- Cold water fish.
- Pineapple.
- Fresh fruits and vegetables: 6 to 8 servings a day.
- Food high in bioflavonoids: berries.
- Ginger.
- Spices: turmeric, sumac and cinnamon.
Recommended Supplements:
- Omega – 3 Fatty Acids: 2 -3 grams a day. They reduce inflammation.
- Quercetin: 500 – 1000 mg a day. This is a flavonoid that reduces inflammation.
- French Maritime Pine Bark Extract: 100 – 200 mg a day. It improves blood circulation and reduces inflammation.
- Grape Seed Extract: 50 – 100 mg a day.
- Zinc: 50 – 100 mg a day.
- Bromelain: 1500 mg a day. It reduces inflammation.
- Saw Palmetto: 320 – 640 mg a day.
- Oregano Oil: 1000 – 2000 mg a day. It has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal effects.
- Rye Pollen Extract (Cernilton): 500 – 1000 mg a day. Cernilton reduces inflammation and improves symptoms of BPH that often underlies chronic prostatitis.
- Pygeum Africanum (containing 13% total sterols): 100 – 200 mg a day.
- Curcumin: 1000 – 1500 mg a day. This powerful antioxidant has an anti-inflammatory effect.
- White Willow Bark: 400 – 800 mg a day. It contains salicin that reduces pain and inflammation.
- Digestive Enzymes: A broad spectrum product.
- Probiotics: A product that provides 5 to 10 billion active organisms per serving.
Miscellaneous Suggestions:
- Liver detoxification.
- Colon cleansing.
