VITAPROST

Advanced Nutraceutical for Prostate Health and BPH Symptom Relief

Vitaprost, a nutraceutical endorsed by the European Medicines Agency, combines ingredients such as Saw Palmetto, Nettle, Pumpkin seeds, tomato extracts, and Zinc. These components work together to prevent prostate growth and alleviate BPH-related genitourinary symptoms.

Advances in Managing Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): From Traditional Therapies to Nutraceutical Innovations

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate, affects nearly all men who reach average life expectancy. Histological evidence shows BPH in 50% of men by age 50 and 90% by age 80. The condition results from multifactorial mechanisms, heavily influenced by dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a metabolite of testosterone, which regulates prostate cell growth and death. BPH leads to an increase in prostate size due to cellular hyperplasia and reduced apoptosis.

BPH often causes lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), including obstructive and irritative issues, significantly impacting the quality of life. While traditional endocrine therapies for BPH, like hormone deprivation, are effective, they often cause side effects such as hypogonadism and impotence. This has led to the development of newer treatments like 5 α-reductase inhibitors and phytotherapeutic agents.

Vitaprost, a nutraceutical endorsed by the European Medicines Agency, combines ingredients such as Saw Palmetto, Nettle, Pumpkin seeds, tomato extracts, and Zinc. These components work together to prevent prostate growth and alleviate BPH-related genitourinary symptoms.

Key Nutraceutical Ingredients for Prostate Health

A powerful blend of natural compounds works synergistically to reduce prostate growth and improve urinary symptoms.
  • Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens): Inhibits 5α-reductase (both type I and II isoenzymes) to reduce DHT levels, mitigating prostate growth and improving LUTS.
  • Pumpkin Seed: Contains delta-7-sterols, which reduce prostate weight and alleviate LUTS.
  • Nettle (Urtica dioica L.): Modulates the binding of sex hormone-binding globulin to prostatic receptors, inhibiting prostate growth and reducing LUTS.
  • Zinc: Antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative stress and supports normal prostate function: Maintains normal testosterone levels, protects cells from oxidative stress, supports DNA synthesis and cell division, contributes to fertility, reproduction, and fatty acid metabolism.
  • Lycopene (Tomato Extract): Potent antioxidant that inhibits prostate enlargement and cancer cell growth.

Clinical Studies

Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens):

  • Demonstrated effectiveness in reducing DHT and EGF levels in men with BPH after three months.
  • Comparable to finasteride for symptom relief but with fewer adverse effects.
  • Does not interfere with PSA measurement or negatively affect sexual function.

Pumpkin Seed:

  • High doses reduced prostate weight in animal models.
  • A 12-month randomized, placebo-controlled study showed significant IPSS reductions in men with BPH.

Nettle (Urtica dioica L.)

  • In a study with 558 patients, 81% of the U. dioica group reported LUTS improvement, compared to 16% in the placebo group.
  • Showed significant improvements in IPSS, peak urinary flow rates, and reduced postvoid residual urine.
  • Modest prostate size reduction was observed without adverse effects.

Zinc:

  • Zinc levels are significantly reduced in BPH and prostate cancer tissues.
  • Found to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth and invasion via NF-κB suppression.

Lycopene (Tomato Extract)

  • A clinical trial in men with BPH showed no prostate enlargement in the lycopene group, with improved IPSS scores compared to placebo.

Usage and Safety Information for VITAPROST

VITAPROST is designed for men seeking to maintain prostate health, fertility, and sexual well-being, with no reported side effects at recommended doses.

Who can take VITAPROST?

Target population: Maintenance of a healthy prostate, normal testosterone blood levels, improve fertility and reproduction and improve men sexual health
2 capsules per day

It is recommended not to exceed the stated recommended daily dose. Food supplements should not replace a varied and balanced diet and a mode healthy life. Keep in a cool and dry place, below 25ºC and protect from sunlight and direct heat. Keep out of reach of children. Consult your doctor if you are on medication, pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from food allergies. Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

According to the technical information available these are well-tolerated ingredients with no side effects at the indicated doses. There are no known interactions of this product with other medicines or substances.

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