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The male prostate (the female has an analogous gland) is part of the reproductive system. The high-fat, low-fiber Western diet causes sex-hormone imbalances that result in proliferation of cells of this gland—a condition called benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Eventual enlargement of the prostate gland compresses the urethra, interfering with urine flow. Once symptoms of obstruction develop—frequency, poor stream, and incomplete emptying—there are options for obtaining relief, including, diet and lifestyle changes,
"natural" and prescription medications, and invasive surgeries. Prevention of prostate is best.
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Do not take this information as personal medical advice. Do not change your diet if you are ill or on medication without the advice of a qualified health care provider (your physician, for example). More detailed information is found in The McDougall Program - 12 Days to Dynamic Health (Plume 1990) in your bookstore.
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