Evidence supporting the use of: Phytoestrol (unspecified)
For the body system: Prostate
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Phytoestrogens, particularly plant-derived phytosterols such as beta-sitosterol, are commonly used to support prostate health, especially in the context of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Scientific evidence suggests that certain phytosterols may help alleviate lower urinary tract symptoms associated with BPH. Several randomized, placebo-controlled trials have shown that beta-sitosterol can modestly improve urinary flow and reduce residual urine volume in men with BPH. A 1999 meta-analysis published in the journal British Journal of Urology reported that phytosterols improved urinary symptoms and flow measures compared to placebo. However, these benefits are generally moderate, and the precise mechanisms remain under investigation. It is hypothesized that phytosterols may exert anti-inflammatory effects or inhibit 5-alpha-reductase activity, though these actions are less potent than pharmaceutical agents. Importantly, “phytoestrol (unspecified)” is a vague term; while beta-sitosterol is the best studied, other phytosterols and phytoestrogens may not have the same level of evidence. Overall, while more research is needed, the use of specific phytosterols for prostate support is supported by moderate scientific evidence, though it should not replace standard medical therapy for prostate conditions.
Other ingredients that support Prostate
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)beta-sitosterol
sesame
boron
broccoli
campesterol
turmeric
diallyl trisulfide (DATS)
DIM (diindolylmethane)
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
flaxseed
gamma tocopherol
genistein
gokhru
green tea
HMR lignan
indole-3-carbinol
lignans
lycopene
mixed carotenoids
nettle
parsley
phytosterols
plant sterols
pollen
pomegranate
pumpkin
pygeum
quercetin
saw palmetto
secoisolariciresinol diglucoside
selenium
soybean
sterols
stigmasterol
tomato
vitamin D
watermelon
zinc
bee pollen
lingzhi
Equol (proprietary)
hydrangea
herbal blend (proprietary)
Apigenin
Alchornea
Alpha phytosterol
Allium tuberosum
Anti-aromatase
Brassica
berry
Brazil nut
Ba Ji Tian
Bee products
Borassus aethiopum
Chinese Mountain Ant
Cucurbita
Cynomorium
Cruciferous
Crinum latifolium
Decursin
Daidzein
Dwarf Nettle
Ellagic Acid
Fish
Fatty acids
Fireweed
Garlic
Isoflavones
Soy Protein
walnut
Other body systems supported by Phytoestrol (unspecified)
EstrogenFemale Reproductive System
Ovaries
Prostate
Reproductive System
Uterus