Prostate Health
Every year over 200,000 men are newly diagnosed with prostate cancer. That makes prostate cancer the leading cause of cancer in men. Although most of these men won't die as a result of their prostate cancer, prostate cancer still claims the lives of over 30,000 men every hyear. This trend can be reversed. To begin with scientist theorize that prostate cancer is a complex interplay between dietary, lifestyle, environmental and genetic factors. The first three of these are under our control. Even though the last factor-our genetic make-up can't be changed, we can change the expression of our genes. For instance, even though there may be an increased genetic risk of developing prostate cancer (due to strong family history) this risk can be decreased by making healthy dietary, lifestyle and environmental choices. Cancer does not occur overnight - ti's a dynamic process. Since cancer cells (like normal cells) continually adapt to changes in their local environment, it may be possible to slow down or even reverse by altering these risk factors.
Dietary Changes
* Eliminate Fat. Follow a low fat diet (30% or less of total calories from fat). Eliminate saturated fats by cutting down on red meat (men who eat red meat have twice the risk of prostate cancer-replace red meat and poultry with cold water fish and soy protein), un-skinned poultry, whole milk and whole milk products (since dairy product are high in saturated fat, they also increase the risk of prostate cancer), creamy salad dressings, butter, partially hydrogenated oils (margarine, vegetable shortening), and all products made from tropical oils ) palm and coconut oils). Eliminate polyunsaturated vegetable oils (safflower, sunflower, corn, soy, peanut and cottonseed). Reduce total fat by eliminating deep-fried and fast foods. Reduce or eliminate consumption of chips, nuts (almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts and pistachios in moderation are okay), butter (organic butter is preferable to margarine), cheese (organic fat free cheese is ok) and other high-fat foods. Increase consumpiton of omega-3 fatty acids by eating deep-water fish (yellow-fin tuna, cod or haddock). The type of fatty acid found in fish protects against prostate cancer. Use etra-virgin oil as your principal fat. Eliminate white sugar. Although not directly related to prostate cancer, refined sugar depresses the immune system, elevates insulin leves, and stimulates tumor growth (by increasing arachidonic acid). Eat soy protein - Increase fiber - Eat fruits and vegetables - Eat organic foods whenever possible - Eat garlic - Eat tomatoes.
Lifestyle Changes
Lose weight (overweight men are 2.5 times more likely to develop prostate cancer and 3.5 times for likely to die as a result of their cancer), Stop Smoking as smoking induces a more aggressive form of prostate cancer, Exercise - according to one study, regular exercise reduces the risk of prostate cancer by 40%.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Adminstration and these products are not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
It is best to consult with your health practioner before beginning any supplement therapy.
Every year over 200,000 men are newly diagnosed with prostate cancer. That makes prostate cancer the leading cause of cancer in men. Although most of these men won't die as a result of their prostate cancer, prostate cancer still claims the lives of over 30,000 men every hyear. This trend can be reversed. To begin with scientist theorize that prostate cancer is a complex interplay between dietary, lifestyle, environmental and genetic factors. The first three of these are under our control. Even though the last factor-our genetic make-up can't be changed, we can change the expression of our genes. For instance, even though there may be an increased genetic risk of developing prostate cancer (due to strong family history) this risk can be decreased by making healthy dietary, lifestyle and environmental choices. Cancer does not occur overnight - ti's a dynamic process. Since cancer cells (like normal cells) continually adapt to changes in their local environment, it may be possible to slow down or even reverse by altering these risk factors.
Dietary Changes
* Eliminate Fat. Follow a low fat diet (30% or less of total calories from fat). Eliminate saturated fats by cutting down on red meat (men who eat red meat have twice the risk of prostate cancer-replace red meat and poultry with cold water fish and soy protein), un-skinned poultry, whole milk and whole milk products (since dairy product are high in saturated fat, they also increase the risk of prostate cancer), creamy salad dressings, butter, partially hydrogenated oils (margarine, vegetable shortening), and all products made from tropical oils ) palm and coconut oils). Eliminate polyunsaturated vegetable oils (safflower, sunflower, corn, soy, peanut and cottonseed). Reduce total fat by eliminating deep-fried and fast foods. Reduce or eliminate consumption of chips, nuts (almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts and pistachios in moderation are okay), butter (organic butter is preferable to margarine), cheese (organic fat free cheese is ok) and other high-fat foods. Increase consumpiton of omega-3 fatty acids by eating deep-water fish (yellow-fin tuna, cod or haddock). The type of fatty acid found in fish protects against prostate cancer. Use etra-virgin oil as your principal fat. Eliminate white sugar. Although not directly related to prostate cancer, refined sugar depresses the immune system, elevates insulin leves, and stimulates tumor growth (by increasing arachidonic acid). Eat soy protein - Increase fiber - Eat fruits and vegetables - Eat organic foods whenever possible - Eat garlic - Eat tomatoes.
Lifestyle Changes
Lose weight (overweight men are 2.5 times more likely to develop prostate cancer and 3.5 times for likely to die as a result of their cancer), Stop Smoking as smoking induces a more aggressive form of prostate cancer, Exercise - according to one study, regular exercise reduces the risk of prostate cancer by 40%.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Adminstration and these products are not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
It is best to consult with your health practioner before beginning any supplement therapy.