Article: Cut down on the amount of coffee, tea, soda, and alcoholic beverages you drink every week. Carbonation and caffeine can irritate the bladder, worsening urinary symptoms.  Try to drink no more than 200 milligrams of caffeine daily—about the amount in 2 cups of coffee. That’s about half the maximum amount for a healthy adult.  Drink no more than 4 alcoholic drinks in a given day or 14 drinks in a given week. It’s best to reduce your alcohol consumption as much as possible. Avoid drinking excess liquid in the evenings before you go to sleep. Going to bed with an empty bladder can help you avoid urinary discomfort and frequent urges overnight.  Increase your fluid intake earlier in the day to make sure you are drinking enough overall. Men should aim to drink 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluid a day.  If you exercise strenuously or the weather is very hot, increase your fluid intake accordingly. Eat more fiber-rich foods, such as fruit with the skin on, vegetables, lentils, nuts, and beans, to ward off constipation. Constipation can worsen enlarged prostate symptoms and put additional pressure on your bladder.  Fiber-rich fruits and vegetables include broccoli, apples, pears, carrots, Swiss chard, raspberries, and strawberries.  Men should get 30–38 grams (1.1–1.3 oz) of fiber per day depending on their age. While fiber supplements are safe, they can cause constipation. Aim to get your fiber from your diet rather than supplements whenever possible. Wait about 30 seconds after you’ve finished urinating before trying to urinate again. Avoid straining or pushing. This can help you empty your bladder fully and reduce the frequency of UTIs. Talk to your doctor if you notice urinary troubles after starting another medication for an unrelated condition. Certain decongestants and antidepressants may aggravate urinary symptoms or cause prostate enlargement.  Your doctor can advise if there is a different medication you should try that would manage your condition without causing prostate problems. Avoid stopping any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

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Reduce the amount of caffeine, soda, and alcohol you consume. Drink less liquid in the 2 hours before bed. Eat fiber-rich foods to encourage regularity. Try the double-voiding technique to empty your bladder fully. Consult your doctor about side effects of your current medications.