Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, behind only lung cancer. About 1 man in 36 will die of prostate cancer.
About 1 man in 7 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime.
Eating right, exercise may help prostate cancer patients reduce risk of aggressive tumors
Date:
June 29, 2013
Source:
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences
Summary:
A new study finds that following well-known cancer-prevention recommendations may also benefit those already diagnosed with the disease. READ MORE
Testing
Education about prostate cancer risk and testing is part of a routine annual exam with a man’s physician. A general practitioner or an urologist can perform a full prostate cancer exam. This includes a PSA blood test and digital rectal exam, also called a DRE.
10 Diet Tips for Prostate Health
1. Eat Fruits and Vegetables. Fruits and vegetables contain high doses of cancer-fighting and inflammation-reducing substances like vitamins, polyphenols, antioxidants, minerals and natural fiber. Most men and women do not consume the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables.
The best to eat include:
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Cruciferous Vegetables (includes broccoli, cauliflower, kale and cabbage) have phytochemicals that reduce Oxidative stress or oxygen free radicals in the body which means a lower risk of prostate cancer and its aggression
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Carrots and sweet potatoes contain a substance called falcarinol that reduces the risk of cancer
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Mushrooms help fight cancer by building the immune system with a supply of compounds called Beta Glucan and proteins called lectin which have shown to attack cancer cells
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Tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene which attacks free radicals helping the body lower the risk of prostate cancer and its aggression
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Pomegranates, particularly its juice, has been shown to slow PSA doubling time and help prevent prostate cancer recurrence after primary treatment
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Grapes contain bioflavonoids which are powerful antioxidants that work as cancer preventatives
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Citrus (oranges, grapefruit, lemons) help sweep carcinogens out of the body by delivering a substance called monoterpene into the system
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Avocados are rich in glutathione, an antioxidant that attacks free radicals in the body
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Peppers and jalapenos contain a chemical, capsaicin, which neutralizes certain cancer causing substances
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Apples contain antioxidants that sweep free radicals out of the body and some studies have shown a dramatic impact on cancer risk reduction
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Berries (raspberries and blue berries) contain vitamins, compounds and antioxidants that may protect the body against cancer
10. Foods to Avoid.
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Red Meat. Studies show men who eat red meat and develop prostate cancer are 33 percent more likely to have advanced disease.
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Dairy. Intake of calcium supplements and dairy products is associated with higher prostate cancer rates and aggressiveness.
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Fast food. High fats, cholesterol and sugar and low in fiber.
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Sugar. There is mounting evidence that sugar fuels cancer growth.
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Acrylamide. A substance found on food like French fries, potato chips and other “burnt” foods like toast is associated with a higher risk of prostate cancer.
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Grilled foods. Well-done grilled foods are exposed to carcinogens that can be cancer-causing.
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Alcohol. Regular heavy-drinking doubles the risk of developing high-grade prostate cancer.