How to Lower Your PSA Levels Naturally

Your normal prostate cells as well as cancer cells can make a protein called prostate-specific antigen (PSA). Higher-than-normal PSA levels can often mean extra testing to figure out what's going on. Here are some of the best ways to naturally lower and balance your PSA levels.

To help your immune system fight cancer, eat lots of plant-based foods. Fruits and veggies contain healthy substances such as:

• Antioxidants

• Lycopene

• Sulforaphane

You can try to eat a balanced diet full of:

• Fruits like pink grapefruit and guava
• Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts
• Legumes, nuts, and whole grains

Look for colorful red and orange produce that are full of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant:

• Tomatoes
• Watermelon
• Apricots

Many of these fruits and veggies can help lower inflammation to support prostate health. Although the research isn’t clear, foods rich in lycopene may also lower your overall cancer risk, too.

Cut back on saturated fats from red meat and dairy. Some experts think unhealthy fats can raise your risk of prostate cancer. Instead, add plant-based fats to your diet, such as:

• Nuts
• Avocados
• Olive oil
• Fish like salmon, sardines, and mackerel

Walk, lift weights, or swim to exercise a little bit each day. You can gain many benefits as you work up to a weekly goal. Being active may:

• Lower inflammation
• Support a healthy weight
• Boost your mood
• Lower your PSA levels 

It's not clear, but some studies show higher PSA levels for a short time after riding a bike. Talk to your doctor if you've gone riding before your blood test.

Try to exercise regularly and eat a well-balanced, low-fat diet. Some studies found: 

• Higher PSA levels may be linked to obesity.
• Excess weight may raise your risk of prostate cancer.

Reaching your target weight is a great way to support a healthy prostate and your overall well-being. 

Vitamin D may help prostate health, but it's still unclear. The vitamin is key for healthy bones and getting enough calcium. Be sure to get enough vitamin D from foods such as:

• Fatty fish
• Leafy greens
• Milk and yogurt
• Fortified cereals and orange juice

Your body also makes vitamin D when you're in the sun. You can also take vitamin D supplements, but check with your doctor first. 

Chronic stress can take a toll on your body. Stress can raise inflammation, which can lead to higher PSA levels. Ease your stress by trying: 

• Meditation
• Yoga
• Deep breathing
• Exercise
• Socializing

Even laughing can help – watch a funny show or read some silly jokes. Keep a journal or spend time with good friends.

If you use tobacco, quit or cut back. Quitting or cutting back on tobacco benefits your health and may lower your PSA levels. Some studies suggest that people who smoke have:

• Higher PSA levels
• A higher chance of prostate cancer returning, if you've had it

Work with your doctor on a plan to help you cut out tobacco.

Be sure to talk about any lifestyle changes with your doctor. They'll help with your PSA level screenings, which usually start around age 55. 

You'll typically get retested every two to three years. But work with your doctor to see how often is right for your health.