Prostate Cancer Prevention
August 28, 2009
Cancer of the prostate gland is known as prostate cancer. This is one of the leading causes of death in men. The exact reasons responsible for developing prostate cancer are not yet known.
Nonetheless, lifestyle and ethnicity are some of the major causes of prostate cancer. Compared to Caucasian men, people of African origin are more prone to this disease.
While Asian men living in Asia are less prone to prostate cancer, but Asian men who migrate to the west are more prone to this disease. It is believed that perhaps diet and lifestyle changes might increase the risk of this disease among Asian men in the west.
Although, it cannot be ascertained that you will not get prostate cancer by following a particular diet, but nonetheless, right diet could reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
Researchers have not found any direct link between obesity and prostate cancer. Nonetheless, a Duke University Medical Center study has found that irrespective of your ethnicity, obesity increases the risk of recurrence of prostate cancer after surgery.
Obesity tends to alter the hormonal balance in our bodies. In men, obesity increases the level of estrogen and reduces the level of testosterone. Obesity also alters the levels of growth hormone in the body. These factors increase the risk of development of malignant tumors.
Diet
Several phytochemicals can prevent development of prostate cancer. Eating adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables could reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Lycopene, a plant compound noted for its antioxidant property, could prevent prostate cancer. You will find abundant lycopene in tomatoes.
Omega-3 fatty acids found in cold-water fish can also protect you from prostate cancer. Whole grains, soy, nuts and legumes are also beneficial for the health of your prostate gland. Increasing intake of selenium and vitamin E rich foods might also reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
To reduce the risk of prostate cancer stay away from saturated fats. You should limit your alcohol consumption. Restrict your drinking to two glasses per day.
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