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Prostate Cancer And Nutrition

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By Diane Talbert

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I’m sure what I am writing will not be new news to you at all. We have all heard this our whole life to eat right and exercise.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in men. Although it’s impossible to avoid the development of this disease, a healthy diet can help us maintain our health. Our body is made to renew itself. To better understand this, I will use this simple comparison. If you drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, it will last long and serve you well. But if you put diesel or throw sand in it, it will definitely malfunction.

What about diet and prostate cancer?

If you love your body and provide it with the right nutrients, then your body can have the fuel to function properly and help defend itself.

Nutrition can potentially play a role in helping with prostate cancer and also in the treatment. Some patients who have already had prostate cancer use as much plant-based food as possible to reduce fat intake, especially saturated, to a minimum. This includes meat, milk and dairy products.

Health foods

Curcuma

This yellow spice contains curcumin, a compound that has anti-inflammatory properties. You can use turmeric to season potatoes or zucchini and add it to rice.

Sardinia

This fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Some studies have suggested fish and its omega-3 fats may protect against prostate cancer, though other studies have suggested otherwise.2

Carrot

Carotene is found in carrots. Some studies have shown a possible relationship between carrots and their ability to prevent or slow down prostate cancer, but others have found no link.3,4

Mushrooms

A 2019 study found that eating mushrooms may reduce the risk of cancer. Mushrooms can also have a beneficial effect on many types of inflammation.5

Foods give our health a boost

Nature has given us many alternatives to help us naturally boost our health. Of course, I’m not saying that eating right every day of your life will prevent illness, but it can help us stay as healthy as possible while battling prostate cancer.

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