1. Reducing DHT-driven tissue growth
As men age, testosterone is increasingly converted into dihydrotestosterone (DHT) by the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase. DHT is a key driver of prostate tissue growth in BPH. Ingredients like pumpkin seed oil and beta-sitosterol have been studied for their potential to modestly influence this pathway, which is the theoretical basis for symptom improvement over weeks of use, not overnight.