Pollen extracts have been shown to reduce symptoms of BPH and help restore prostate health, but experts are not certain why. Some believe the pollen has components that help the urethra relax to allow urine to pass through more easily, and that they also improve the ability of the bladder to contract to push urine out of the organ. In one placebo-controlled, double-blind study, 69 percent of men who took rye grass pollen extract daily for six months experienced an improvement in symptoms, compared with only 30 percent of men who took placebo. (Buck 1990) In another study, more than 75 percent of men with BPH who took a pollen extract reported significant improvement in their symptoms. (Dutkrewicz 1996) If you decide to try pollen extract, consult a knowledgeable practitioner to determine the best dose for your situation. Possible side effects include nausea and heartburn. Do not use rye grass pollen if you have grass allergies. Read more on pollen and BPH
See also
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References
Buck AC et al. Treatment of outflow tract obstruction due to benign prostatic hyperplasia with the pollen extract, Cernilton. A double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Br J Urol 1990; 66(4): 398-404
Dutkrewicz S. Usefulness of cernilton in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Int Urol Nephr 1996; 28(1): 49-53
