Men’s Prostate and Urinary Health

Prostate health concerns are extremely common in men over 50. There are several nutrients and herbal supplements that may help support men’s prostate and urinary tract health.

1) Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto is a plant native to the southeastern United States. This herb is a source of fatty acids and phytosterols and is one of the most common supplements taken by men with prostate concerns. It is most frequently taken to help support prostate health and promote healthy urinary tract flow and frequency, as well as to help maintain hormonal balance.

2) Selenium

Selenium is a trace mineral that is essential for human health. It works as an antioxidant to help protect cells and our body needs it for many processes including reproduction, thyroid hormone metabolism and DNA synthesis. Selenium concentrations decline with age and some studies have shown a correlation between higher selenium intakes and better prostate health. Selenium may also help maintain cardiovascular, thyroid and immune health. 

Good natural food sources of selenium include:

• Nuts, like Brazil nuts and walnuts
• Garlic, broccoli and brussels sprouts
• Many fresh and saltwater fish, like tuna, cod, red snapper and herring
• Beef and poultry
• Grains 

Whole foods are the best sources of selenium. The mineral may be destroyed during processing. 

3) Lycopene

Lycopene is a carotenoid pigment and a highly effective antioxidant that accumulates in prostate tissues. It is found in whole foods including tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit and other foods with a red hue. Tomatoes and tomato products are our most common dietary source.Studies have linked tomato consumption with a decrease in risk for prostate health concerns and because lycopene is found in a high concentration in tomatoes and provides antioxidant protection, it is suspected to play a role in prostate health. 

4) Flower Pollen Extract

Flower pollen extracts are a rich source of amino acids, minerals and vitamins and  may be an effective tool in enhancing and maintaining prostate and urinary health. 

5) Pygeum

Pygeum extract comes from the bark of an African tree with a long history of use for promoting prostate and urinary tract health. Chemicals in pygeum may work to help with urine flow, urinary frequency during the day and night, as well as prostate health.

Supplements for Men’s Sexual Health and Libido

1) Maca for enhancing libido 
Maca roots are often used for enhancing libido, but it is also used to help with energy, stamina, athletic performance, memory, and for an antioxidant-fueled immune system boost.

2) Ashwagandha for Sexual Health and Adaptogen for Stress
Ashwagandha is an “adaptogenic herb” that helps our bodies with daily stressors and it is used as a health tonic for many benefits including sexual health. Since our stress levels play a big role in libido and can disrupt hormone levels, Ashwagandha’s ability to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiousness can be a great help for our sexual performance.

3) Yohimbe for Sexual Blood Flow 
Herbalists use Yohimbe, an evergreen tree native to Africa, for stimulating sexual excitement because a chemical in the plant may increase blood flow and nerve impulses, encouraging arousal.

4) Fenugreek for Testosterone Support 
Fenugreek supplements are made from the seeds of the fenugreek herb, which is similar to clover and native to the Mediterranean region. 

For men, fenugreek may help with a variety of sexual concerns including testosterone support and reproductive health.

5) Boron for Sexual Health & Beyond
Boron is a trace mineral that plays important roles in metabolism and researchers say that one of its most notable effects on human health include its role in the production and metabolism of sex hormones, including testosterone. It beneficially impacts how our body uses testosterone and vitamin D, and it also plays a role in the absorption and use of calcium and magnesium. Studies have shown an increase in sex hormones in both men and women following boron supplementation. 

Foods high in boron include:

• Almond
• Beans
• Chickpeas
• Brazil nuts
• Bananas

Burn-out as an "occupational phenomenon"

The World Health Organization (WHO) has for the first time recognised "burn-out" in its International Classification of Diseases (ICD), which is widely used as a benchmark for diagnosis and health insurers.

WHO defines burn-out as "a syndrome conceptualised as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed."

"Burn-out refers specifically to phenomena in the occupational context and should not be applied to describe experiences in other areas of life," according to the classification.

The syndrome was characterised by:

1. Feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; 
2. Increased mental distance from one's job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job; and 
3. Reduced professional efficacy.

"This is the first time burnout has been included in the classification," WHO spokesman Tarik Jasarevic said.