How to Improve Ejaculation Problems With Prostatitis Through Diet and Lifestyle Changes?

Prostatitis not only causes urinary issues such as frequent and painful urination, but it also affects nearly half of patients with problems like painful ejaculation, premature ejaculation, and reduced libido. Studies show that prostatitis is one of the leading causes of sexual dysfunction. Patients often experience a vicious cycle of painful stimulation and psychological stress: inflammation triggers spasmodic pain in the pelvic floor muscles during ejaculation, and anxiety increases pelvic floor muscle tension, further amplifying the discomfort.

Thankfully, however, with standardized treatment, targeted dietary adjustments, and lifestyle habits, patients can significantly improve their symptoms and re-establish a virtuous cycle. Now, let's discuss how to promote healing through dietary adjustments and lifestyle improvements.

Dietary Habits Improvement

1. Essential Nutrients for Prostate Health

Zinc: The concentration of zinc in prostate fluid is 100 times higher than that in blood, and chronic inflammation will consume a lot of zinc reserves. A handful of pumpkin seeds or oysters every day can replenish sufficient zinc, enhance the prostate's antibacterial ability, and improve post-ejaculatory burning pain and frequent urination.

Omega-3: Deep-sea fish such as salmon and sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which inhibit inflammatory factors that cause prostate pain. Consume them 2-3 times a week, using low-fat cooking methods such as steaming, and avoiding frying to destroy their nutrients.

Lycopene: Lycopene is a potent antioxidant that reduces prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels and relieves glandular congestion. Consuming tomato products (e.g., tomato sauce) daily for 3 months can help improve the symptoms!

2. Traditional Chinese Medicine Dietary Regimen 

Under the guidance of a doctor, patients can selectively carry out a dietary regimen that can clear heat and detoxify toxins, promote dampness and eliminate blood stasis, and reduce inflammation and sterilize bacteria.

Heat-clearing: green beans, bitter melon, dandelion tea.

Promote dampness: Job's tears, red beans, and corn husk boiled in water.

Resolving blood stasis: black fungus fried hawthorn, peach kernel porridge.

In addition, the traditional Chinese medicine Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill offers similar benefits. It helps reduce inflammation, improve urinary function, and relieve discomfort, making it a valuable option for prostatitis management.

3. Dietary Taboos 

Irritating food: capsaicin and alcohol directly stimulate the prostate ducts, which can trigger congestion and edema within 24 hours, leading to increased pain after ejaculation. Patients need to stop drinking completely and avoid pepper, curry, and other seasonings.

High-fat foods: fried foods and fatty meats promote the production of inflammatory mediators. Patients whose daily fat intake exceeds 30% of total calories may exacerbate pain.

Avoid insufficient water intake: Ensure about 8 glasses of warm water throughout the day to help flush the urethra and dilute secretions. Limit water intake 2 hours before bedtime to avoid nocturia interrupting deep sleep, as sleep deprivation can aggravate pelvic floor muscle spasms.

Living Habits Adjustment

1. Do Some Aerobic Exercise 

Such as brisk walking, swimming, or tai chi, and other low-impact exercises can enhance pelvic blood flow rate, promote blood circulation, and accelerate the metabolism of inflammation.

2. Don't be Sedentary 

Sitting continuously for a long time will increase the pressure on the prostate. Patients should get up from time to time to exercise for a while, which can promote blood circulation.

3. Avoid Certain Exercises

Activities like cycling and deep squats can compress the perineum and worsen pain symptoms. It's best to avoid these during recovery.

4. Engage in Moderate and Regular Sexual Behavior 

Long-term abstinence can lead to prostate fluid stagnation, while frequent sexual behavior can trigger prostate congestion. Therefore, carrying out moderate and regular sexual behavior can promote the discharge of fluid accumulation and improve the physiological environment.

5. Ensure the Quality of Sleep 

Staying up late will disrupt neural regulation, leading to increased nocturia and pelvic floor muscle tension in patients. Therefore, patients should ensure 7-8 hours of quality sleep, which can reduce nerve sensitivity.

6. Maintain a Good State of Mind 

Doing something enjoyable every day or listening to white noise can help relieve anxiety and maintain a good mood. Additionally, you can communicate with your family and friends, and seek professional help from a psychologist if needed.

Prostatitis is not scary, don't panic when facing it. Stay positive, follow your doctor's advice, and remember—consistent dietary and lifestyle improvements can greatly enhance recovery from prostatitis.