How can prostate cancer be prevented?
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Dr. Michael Roizen answered:Compared with men who are sedentary, guys who regularly exercise at a moderate level (brisk walking counts) are more likely to have prostate biopsies that indicate no cancer. Even small fitness commitments, like walking a few hours a week at a moderate pace, help curb risk, although more effort means less cancer.
Of course, there's no foolproof way to prevent prostate cancer. But physical activity is smart for many reasons. And even men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer are less likely to have an aggressive form if they are exercisers. Working out may help lower levels of testosterone and other hormones suspected of spurring the growth of prostate tumors, and it turns off genes that make a protein that fosters prostate cancer cell growth.
Don't stop with walking. Try these other prostate-protecting moves, too: Drink green tea (guys who downed 5 or more cups cut prostate cancer risk in half), and load up on cruciferous veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and bok choy (they may disarm prostate cancer cells before they can do damage).Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulCompared with men who are sedentary, guys who regularly exercise at a moderate level (brisk walking counts) are more likely to have prostate biopsies that indicate no cancer. Even small fitness commitments, like walking a few hours a week at... More -
Risk of prostate cancer can be reduced by eating a healthy diet, exercising, and regular doctor visits. There is no proven method to completely eliminate the risk of developing any stage of prostate cancer, but studies have linked certain nutrients in fruits and vegetables, such as lycopene-found in tomatoes-with prevention of the disease. Being aware of your risk factors can also help in prevention of the disease. If you have a family history of prostate cancer, for example, you should start screening for the disease at an earlier age.
Risk of prostate cancer can be reduced by eating a healthy diet, exercising, and regular doctor visits. There is no proven method to completely eliminate the risk of developing any stage of prostate cancer, but studies have linked certain nutrients... More -
Prostate screening: The American Urological Association (AUA) encourages men who are in good health to have annual PSA testing starting at age 50, or at age 40 if they're in high-risk groups, such as black men or those with a father, brother, or son with the disease.
Vaccine: A new vaccine, although not FDA-approved, has been developed to help extend survival for patients with deadly metastatic prostate cancer. The FDA has requested additional clinical data before the vaccine, called Provenge®, can be approved. The vaccine is targeted at individuals with prostate cancer who have ceased responding to hormone therapy and have cancer that has spread to other organs and tissues. Reported side effects include fever, chills, and fatigue (tiredness).
Lifestyle changes: Diets should include less high-fat dairy products, such as cheese, sour cream, and ice cream. High fat dairy products and the calcium contained in dairy may increase the risks of developing prostate cancer. Cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower) have been reported to contain cancer-fighting phytochemicals that may decrease the chances of developing prostate cancer. Antioxidant containing foods, including fruits (such as berries, grapes, and tomatoes) and vegetables (such as peppers and carrots) may help prevent the development of prostate cancer. Dietary consumption of red meat and/or processed meats may increase the risks of developing cancer of the colon, rectum, stomach, pancreas, bladder, ovaries, prostate, breast and lung, and other diseases such as heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. Exercise (at least 30 minutes daily for five days a week), smoking cessation, and relaxation all may contribute to decreasing the risk factors associated with developing prostate cancer.
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Prostate screening: The American Urological Association (AUA) encourages men who are in good health to have annual PSA testing starting at age 50, or at age 40 if they're in high-risk groups, such as black men or those with a father, brother, or... More -
Joan Salge Blake of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics answered:Research suggests that lycopene found in tomatoes and tomato products may help prevent prostate cancer. Cooking the tomatoes as well as serving them with a tad of oil has also shown to enhance the body’s absorption of this photochemical. Watermelon, pink grapefruit, and guava are other delicious food sources of lycopene
Research suggests that lycopene found in tomatoes and tomato products may help prevent prostate cancer. Cooking the tomatoes as well as serving them with a tad of oil has also shown to enhance the body’s absorption of this photochemical.... More -
Healthwise answered:One thing you can do that may lower the risk for prostate cancer is eat more low-fat, high-fiber foods and foods with omega-3 fatty acids, such as:
- Soy products, like tofu and soy beans.
- Tomatoes and foods that contain tomato sauce.
- Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage.
- Fish, like salmon, albacore tuna and sardines.
- Walnuts and flaxseed, and their oils.
One thing you can do that may lower the risk for prostate cancer is eat more low-fat, high-fiber foods and foods with omega-3 fatty acids, such as: Soy products, like tofu and soy beans. Tomatoes and foods that contain tomato sauce. Vegetables... More -
Dr. David Samadi of The Mount Sinai Medical Center answered:Eating the right diet and getting exercise can both reduce the risk for prostate cancer. In this video, David Samadi, MD, a surgeon at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, discusses ways to prevent prostate cancer.
Eating the right diet and getting exercise can both reduce the risk for prostate cancer. In this video, David Samadi, MD, a surgeon at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, discusses ways to prevent prostate cancer. More
