Garden of Life Prostate+ review: probiotics, organic cranberry and vitamin D for men

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Ask most men what a prostate supplement looks like and they'll describe saw palmetto. This one goes a different direction, and I think it's a clever one.

Garden of Life Dr. Formulated Probiotics Prostate+ starts with probiotics, then adds organic cranberry and vitamin D3. It's one capsule doing three jobs: digestion, prostate support and urinary tract support.

The cranberry part

This is the prostate piece. Each serving includes 500 mg of Organic Flowens cranberry, which Garden of Life describes as a clinically studied amount from Gold Standard human trials for prostate health and normal urine flow. Urine flow is something many men start to pay attention to in their 40s, 50s and beyond, so it's nice to see an ingredient chosen with that in mind.

The cranberries are certified organic, which Garden of Life points out is rare. Only 2.5 percent of global cranberry production is organic, according to the company. Garden of Life adds that Flowens has a published safety study and comes with no sugar, calories, carriers, additives or preservatives.

The probiotic part

You get 50 billion CFU from 15 probiotic strains, including Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium lactis. Garden of Life says the blend supports digestive health, constipation relief and the immune system, and it's designed with men's specific needs in mind.

It's shelf stable, so there's no need to refrigerate it. That's handy for travel or if your fridge is already crowded.

The vitamin D part

Each serving also adds 1,000 IU of whole food vitamin D3, which Garden of Life includes for prostate health. A lot of us spend most of the day indoors, especially in winter, so it's a nice inclusion.

Who designed it

The formula comes from Dr. David Perlmutter, who created it because, as Garden of Life puts it, men need more support for lower urinary tract and prostate health as they age. Garden of Life is known for whole food and organic supplements, and this one is made with over 70 percent organic ingredients.

It's free from dairy, gluten and soy, and it's vegetarian.

The daily routine

Adults take two capsules a day, with or without food. If you don't like swallowing capsules, you can open them and take the contents directly with water or juice. A bottle of 60 capsules lasts a month.

It was listed at $35.69 when I checked, about $1.19 a day. For a three-in-one formula with a doctor's name and organic ingredients behind it, that's fair.

It holds 4.6 stars from more than 2,400 Amazon shoppers, which is a deep track record.

A few easy habits pair nicely with it. Drink most of your water earlier in the day so you're not up at night. Go easy on caffeine and alcohol in the evening. Add fiber-rich foods like beans, oats and vegetables, which also give friendly gut bacteria something to work with. And stay active, since regular walks help with everything from digestion to circulation.

None of this is complicated, which is part of the appeal.

A friendly reminder

Prostate changes are common with age, and most are harmless, but it's always smart to have new urinary symptoms checked. If you notice blood in your urine, pain, trouble urinating or a sudden change, see a doctor. Regular check-ups and PSA conversations with your doctor are part of good prostate care at any age. If you have a serious illness or a weakened immune system, ask before starting any probiotic.

Worth a try

If you want prostate support that also looks after your gut and your vitamin D, this is a smart, well-rounded pick. Take a look at Garden of Life Dr. Formulated Probiotics Prostate+ and see if it's a fit.

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