Rapid plasma reagin (RPR) test. The RPR test also detects syphilis antibodies by means of analysis of a blood sample drawn from the vein in the arm. Enzyme immunoassay (EIA) test. This is a newer blood test that check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause syphilis.
Tomatoes are an important source of the potent antioxidant lycopene, which has been shown to reduce PSA levels and lower a manâs risk of prostate cancer. Lycopene is released from tomatoes when they are cooked, so you get the most benefit from enjoying stewed tomatoes, tomato soup, tomato-based pasta sauces, and tomato juice.
Sip on green tea. According to studies, green tea can lower prostaglandin levels in your body. It is believed that the polyphenols in green tea have antioxidant properties that aid in reducing damage to cells from free radicals. 1  To make green tea, put one teaspoon of green tea leaves in 8 ounces of hot water. The more omega 3 fatty acids blocking the COX 1 enzyme, the fewer omega 6 fatty acids will be converted to prostaglandins. 2  Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include: sardines, salmon, soybeans, flax seeds, walnuts, tofu and mackerel.