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Some current recommendations that show
promise in decreasing the risk of becoming a victim of prostate cancer:
1.) Increase intake of lycopene rich foods such as
tomatoes. The processed forms subject to cooking and exposure to fat
appear to increase absorption by the body. Two glasses of tomato juice per
day should provide sufficient lycopene, though there are currently no RDI
recommendations. Salsa, ketchup, spaghetti sauce, juice as well as other
fruits high in lycopene are also beneficial
2.) As with other cancers, vitamin E supplementation has
shown promise in helping prevent prostate cancer. The aim should be at
intake of at least 100 IU per day.
3.) Selenium supplementation has shown great promise in
decreasing prostate cancer. Clark et al. reported a decreased incidence of
prostate cancer in a double blind cancer prevention trial using selenium
supplementation. 200 mcg should be taken, but anyone taking this should be
aware of potential toxicity due to selenium
4.) Not suprisingly, diets low in animal fat and low in
red meat appear to lower a man's risk of prostate cancer. In addition,
following such a diet will have the added benefit of cardioprotection.
NOTE: The public has the responsibility of educating
themselves, and though the information offered on this website is meant to be
informative, it is very general. Subsequently any questions specific to
particular individiuals should be directed to their physician. Further,
individuals should make sure these preventive measures are right for them before
starting -get your doctor's permission.
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