Proper Prostate Nutrition

Prostate Cancer Nutrition

- If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, you may want to consider revamping your diet in an effort to increase your chance of living longer and staying healthy through treatments. Below are some of the best “cancer fighters”; in fact, some may be in your fridge, freezer, or pantry right now.

Blueberries & Strawberries – Full of free radical-fighting antioxidants, these delicious summer fruits are also helpful in the war against cancer. Don’t fret if they are out of season; most grocery stores stock these power boosters in the freezer section (and they are just as healthy as their fresh versions.) Throw some on cereal, create a smoothie, or just eat them raw.

Anything with Fiber – It has long been accepted that people who eat serious amounts of fiber are, generally, healthier. And that goes for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, too. Choose sources of fiber that have little fat and sugar, such as whole grain cereals sans sweetener and any of the wide variety of beans (kidney, great northern, white, lima) available.

Soy – The lower incidence of cancers in soy-eating countries (especially those in Asian) has raised many persons’ eyebrows and encouraged those who have been diagnosed with cancer to try soy foods. It’s easy to replace your cereal milk with soy milk or to put a little soy milk in your coffee. (But not your decaf coffee; many people feel that the process used to decaffeinate the dark brew is actually harmful.) You can also try your hand at making tofu; just go easy on the oils. Tofu is like a sponge and will readily soak up cooking fats.

Fish – If you want a cancer-fighter, try some healthy omega-3 laden fish. Look for bluefish, swordfish, tuna, and salmon for the most bang. Is it expensive? Perhaps (except for canned tuna). However, it’s long been known that it’s one of the best ways to rid your bodies of the toxins that many people feel allow cancers to grow.

Green Tea – Again, in the Asian countries where cancer is rarer, people tend to drink copious amounts of green tea. Try yours with a little honey, but lay off the processed sugar for the most benefit.

Article courtesy of prostatehealthnews.org