Now Foods

Prostate Support

• Delays the process of prostate enlargement
• Has a positive effect on the urinary system
• Restores hormonal balance
• Provides large amounts of zinc and vitamin B6
• Supports antioxidant processes
• Supports the organism's natural immunity

NOW FOODS Prostate Support is a dietary supplement which contains a pumpkin seed extract, a dwarf palmetto extract and a complex of herbs rich in nutrients which exhibit parallel activity, providing efficient prostate protection. Prostate Support is a complex product which allows men to take care of their prostate gland.

Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a component necessary for the normal functioning of the organism. This water-soluble vitamin occurs in the form of six interconvertible compounds. Having entered the organism, it is stored mainly in muscles and the liver. It takes part in the synthesis of proteins and fat-soluble vitamins. It is responsible for the normal functioning of the nervous system and it additionally affects blood pressure and heart functions. It influences glycogenesis and constitutes a necessary element for haemoglobin production. Additionally, it contributes to alleviating the feeling of fatigue and tiredness and maintains normal metabolism.

Zink is a chemical element of group 12. Despite the fact that it occurs only in trace amounts in the organism, it plays a very important role. It can be found as a component of 80 enzymes. It maintains the right acid-base balance in the organism and affects the normal metabolism of macronutrients. It keeps the right level of glucose in the blood. It participates in protein and fat metabolism. It supports the functioning of pancreas and the prostate. It helps to keep normal reproductive functions. It has a positive effect on the immune system, skin, hair and nails. Additionally, it influences the right level of testosterone in the blood.

Dwarf palmetto extract - the plant is also known as bush palmetto. Its fruits contain high amounts of fatty acids, including lauric, oleic, myristic and palmitic acids, phytosterols and polysaccharides. It has a beneficial effect on the prostate and the urinary system by inhibiting the activity of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) in the prostate, which affects the reduction of prostate enlargement and urinary problems.

Stinging nettle extract - the plant belongs to the Urticaceae family. It has many medicinal properties. It is common in the medical, cosmetics and food industries. It has a cleansing effect on the organism, removes harmful toxins and uric acid deposits, which can be a step in preventive healthcare of the prostate and the inflammation of the urinary tract. It has an antimicrobial and antiviral effect which affects the immune system. Additionally, it contains many microelements, e.g. iron.

Pumpkin seed extract has many medicinal properties. It is also used in the cosmetics industry because of its positive effect on hair and skin. Pumpkin seed oil is used in dietary supplements for men, recommended in benign prostate enlargement and urinary problems. It is beneficial for the normal functioning of the gland. It alleviates the symptoms of BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Lycopene is an organic compound, one of carotenes, an unsaturated hydrocarbon with a structure similar to that of natural rubber. It is a red colourant in fruit and vegetables. It occurs in tomatoes. It belongs to antioxidants and removes free radicals from the organism. It is recommended for men with prostate enlargement. Additionally, it has a positive effect on the look of the skin and it can affect the reduction of bad cholesterol in the blood.

To sum up, the dietary supplement NOW FOODS Prostate Support is recommended for men who suffer from prostate problems. It can be used as preventive healthcare in order to prevent the occurrence of the disease.