The Prostate Diet is the culmination of years of research and evaluation of scores of studies. Here are the 10 foundation of The Prostate Diet with guidelines on how you can get started today:
- Maximize fruit and vegetable servings: Fruits and vegetables contain high levels of cancer- and inflammation-fighting substances such as antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Read more about maximising fruit and vegetable servings
- Eat healthy fats: Fats such as those consumed in Mediterranean countries can decrease inflammation and support overall prostate health. Read more about eating healthy fats
- Choose plant protein over animal protein: Plant protein gives you all the nutrients and health benefits needed for maximum prostate health. Diets rich in plant protein have been shown to reduce rates of cancer and prostate disease. Also, according to the World Health Organization “diets high in red meat, dairy products, and animal fat have frequently been implicated in the development of prostate cancer.” Read more about choosing plant over animal protein
- Eat whole and natural foods: Consuming foods high in fiber has been linked to lower levels of testosterone (Wang 2008) and lower PSA scores (Tariq 2000), both good indicators for prostate health. Read more about whole and natural foods
- Consume green tea: The antioxidant and catechin benefits of green tea decrease prostate cancer risk and have been shown to reduce the risk of certain prostate disorders. Read more about green tea
- Eat omega-3 rich foods: Found in certain fish, Omega 3 fats fight inflammation, a process that eats up the body’s natural antioxidants and weakens the immune system, making the body more vulnerable to disease. Omega 3 has been shown to significantly decrease prostate cancer risk. Read more about omega-3 rich foods
- Avoid foods and additives that are harmful to prostate health: Some foods, supplements, additives and nutrients are especially harmful to the prostate, including but not limited to red meat, calcium, chondroitin, and foods high in sugar. Read more about foods and additives that are harmful to prostate health
- Take supplements selectively: Many supplements are beneficial to the prostate but some have the potential to be harmful. You need to be aware of all the facts (good and bad) so you can make an informed choice about supplements. Read more on prostate supplements
- Consume cancer killing foods: Numerous foods and their components in The Prostate Diet have been shown to be potential cancer killers. Read more about cancer killing foods
- Hydrate: Drinking pure water is essential for prostate health. Read more about water and prostate health
