To prevent benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH; prostate enlargement), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.
Behavioral risk factors
- Diet
- Micronutrient deficiency (vital substances) – see Prevention with micronutrients.
- Physical activity
- Sitting for long periods ≥ 10 hours per day (+16% increased risk of LUTS (Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms)).
