What Is BPH?
BPH stands for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia—or simply put, an enlarged prostate. It’s extremely common, especially in men over 50. As the prostate grows, it can press on the urethra and bladder, causing frustrating symptoms like:
- Difficulty starting urination
- Frequent nighttime bathroom trips
- Weak or interrupted flow
- Feeling like the bladder isn’t fully empty
- Urgency or dribbling
While not cancerous by itself, it can impact daily comfort and quality of life. And many men are told they need prescription medications, synthetic testosterone therapy (TRT), or even surgery. But that’s not the only option.
Why Choose a Natural Approach?
The prostate is a hormone-sensitive gland, meaning it responds dramatically to shifts in testosterone, estrogen, and especially dihydrotestosterone (DHT)—a potent form of testosterone linked to prostate growth.
Most conventional treatments target this pathway. But they may come with side effects: loss of libido, erectile dysfunction, and fatigue. Natural remedies, on the other hand, gently support hormonal balance, reduce inflammation, and nourish the tissues involved—without the harsh up and downs of hormone-based medications.
Herbal Allies for Prostate Health
At MoonMaid Botanicals, we believe in the power of plant-based medicine—whole, wild, and wise. These are a few of the most trusted herbs in our men’s wellness formulations:
Stinging Nettle Root
This is a star herb for BPH and one of the most well-studied natural remedies. Nettle root:
- Inhibits enzymes that convert testosterone to DHT
- Helps reduce prostate swelling
- Improves urinary flow
- Supports kidney and bladder tone
We use only root, not leaf, for prostate formulas—because that's where the hormonal modulation happens.
Saw Palmetto
Saw Palmetto berries are nature’s gentle DHT-blocker. They:
- Shrink the prostate by balancing androgen levels
- Support libido and vitality
- Ease urinary difficulties without causing sexual side effects
Alternatives to TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy)
Many men turn to TRT hoping to regain energy, libido, and muscle tone. But synthetic testosterone can convert too easily to DHT or estrogen, leading to prostate growth, hair loss, mood shifts, and water retention.
Natural hormone balance support is possible through:
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Zinc-rich foods or supplements (zinc helps inhibit excess estrogen and DHT)
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Nettle Root + Saw Palmetto combo, as a gentle, DHT-modulating strategy
There are also many other options available, especially for those who work with a natural functional medicine doctors.
These doctors can test hormone levels and create a plan that’s sustainable and natural for that individual.
MoonMaid’s Approach to Men’s Hormone Health
As a natural option that is not needing a prescription however, is our line of natural hormone-balancing products for men is crafted and used in clinics as an alternative to testosterone therapies.
We believe men deserve options that honor their biology without disrupting it.
TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) is often prescribed when levels are low, but it doesn’t always solve the root problem—and in some cases, it can make things worse. The body can stop making its own testosterone, or convert the excess into estrogen or DHT, which can aggravate prostate swelling, cause water retention, or lead to hair loss and emotional ups and downs.
ProAndro Wild Yam Cream offers a plant-powered alternative, designed to support men’s hormone health from the ground up. This formula focuses not only on testosterone balance, but on prostate comfort, inflammation reduction, and glandular nourishment—with no synthetic hormones, no injections, and no shutdown of your body’s own production.
This cream doesn’t contain testosterone, but instead provides the building blocks and biological signals that encourage your body to naturally support hormone production.