Turmeric May Be an Effective Natural Alternative for Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis

(Newswire.net — August 1, 2017) Orlando, FL — There are certain diseases and disorders that only happen to men, such as those involving the health of the prostate. While there are medications and surgeries available, there are also natural alternatives believed to help fight prostate disorders.

Turmeric may be a potentially effective natural alternative for chronic bacterial prostatitis. This common disorder of the prostate is characterized by painful inflammation. It is important to remember that inflammation has been linked to the development of a wide variety of medical conditions.

According to statistics, this condition affects 11-16% of people in the United States. It is even associated with a slighter increase in the risk of prostate cancer. There is a small percentage of chronic prostatitis that is caused by bacteria, called chronic bacterial prostatitis.

In traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, turmeric has been used for thousands of years for intentions to fight a myriad of diseases and disorders. It is one of the oldest spices that many people are still using today.

Many of the potential effects of turmeric are thought to come from its phytochemical called curcumin. This bioactive ingredient contains a variety of unique agents, which are believed to include antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral, antibiotic, anti-carcinogenic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.

While prostatitis can be difficult to treat, curcumin and quercetin, which are compounds of turmeric, may potentially help.

Scientists conducted a clinical study that involved 143 participants suffering from chronic bacterial prostatitis. They were randomly assigned to either receive an antibiotic alone or in combination with herbs.

The herbal regimen included sal palmetto, stinging nettle, curcumin, and quercetin. At the end of the study, it was found that the participants who consumed herbal compounds did not only achieve relief from symptoms, but also the absence of the condition’s recurrence for the 6 months of the trial follow-up.

Men who are suffering from this condition may want to take into account the use of curcumin. Turmeric can be added to a wide range of dishes and beverages but can also be consumed through supplementation.

There are many consumers who prefer to take curcumin supplements, which are widely available in the international market today. These supplements can even be purchased in just a matter of clicks online.

Supplements are widely believed to contain high levels of the potentially therapeutic agents of curcumin. Many consumers prefer to consume curcumin supplements with black pepper extract, which is considered to be a bioavailability-enhancing ingredient.

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