Low-Fat Veggie Diet May Protect Against Prostate Cancer

Filed in archive Cancer , Functional Foods , Men's Health , Studies on September 19, 2007

A diet composed of low-fat and more vegetables may reduce the risk or slow the onset of prostate cancer in men.




Such were the findings of a new review study by George Mason University, which has once more stated the possible connection between western diets and a higher incidence of prostate cancer.

What exactly is a western diet as it has always been blamed to a lot of serious conditions especially diabetes and cancer? Well, nothing but a diet high in animal fats and low in fiber.

Gone are those days of western diet I guess. This is the age of omega-3s, of extra-virgin olive oils and fibers, fruits and vegetables diet -more importantly because these are healthy foods that will reduce our risk of developing serious diseases like cancer.

While women may be easy to adapt to a healthier diet, it is my perception that men will generally have a bit of difficulty to stay away from meat.

According to the researchers:

"In large population studies performed in over 60 countries, as well as in prospective cohort studies, intake of dairy products, red meat, and total dietary fat, have been found to be positively correlated with increased risk of prostate cancer.

In contrast, consumption of soy products, fiber-containing foods cruciferous vegetables, and lycopene has been reported to be inversely associated with prostate cancer risk."

Protection against prostate cancer is one huge reason for men to change into a healthier diet and lifestyle.

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