Follow Us: Follow Prostate on Facebook Follow ProstateNet on Twitter Get the Prostate.net RSS feed

Category Archives: Supplements

Vitamin E – The Good and The Bad for Prostate Health

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant whose main tasks are to fight free radical production and activity and to help with immune system functioning, cell signaling, and metabolism. The form of vitamin E used in most studies and found in most supplements is alpha-tocopherol. However, recent research has shown that gamma-tocopherol may help fight prostate… Continue Reading »


More about: , ,

Chondroitin and Prostate Cancer

Chondroitin is a major constituent of cartilage, which provides structure, holds onto water and nutrients, and otherwise helps keep the cartilage healthy. In people who have osteoarthritis, the body loses chondroitin as the cartilage erodes, thus some individuals take chondroitin sulfate supplements to relieve symptoms of the disease and possibly slow its progression. A few… Continue Reading »


More about: , , ,

UCR Scientists Identify Pomegranate Juice Components That Could Stop Prostate Cancer From Spreading

RIVERSIDE, Calif.  Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have identified components in pomegranate juice that both inhibit the movement of cancer cells and weaken their attraction to a chemical signal that promotes the metastasis of prostate cancer to the bone. The research could lead to new therapies for preventing cancer metastasis. Read more


More about: , ,

Fourteen Benefits of a Pomegranate for Prostate & General Health

Once considered an exotic fruit, the pomegranate has soared to the top of the healthful foods chart. This shrub or small tree that is a native of the Middle East and Asia produces pomegranate fruit that can present a challenge because of its hard outer covering, which protects the nutrient-rich pulp and seeds. If you… Continue Reading »


More about: , , , , ,

Institute of Medicine (IOM) New Recommendations on Vitamin D Intake

Experts convened by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) have issued the Vitamin D and Calcium 2010 Report setting new recommendations for the intake of vitamin D for Americans and Canadians. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) were set at 600 IU for people aged 1 to 70 and at 800 IU for those aged 71 and older…. Continue Reading »


More about: ,

Testosterone Trial Halted – Over 20% Experienced Cardiovascular Events

A data and safety monitoring board (DSMB) halted the treatment portion of a clinical trial of testosterone therapy after preliminary data identified adverse cardiovascular effects in the treatment group. The trial was funded by the National Institute on Aging.


More about: , , , , ,

Selenium and HG-PIN, Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer

A recent study was undertaken to determine whether selenium has the ability to prevent prostate cancer in men who have high-grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia, or HG-PIN, a specific risk factor for prostate cancer. Results of the earlier SELECT study found that selenium therapy does not prevent prostate cancer in men in general. High-grade prostatic intraepithelial… Continue Reading »


More about: , , ,

Maca Root Benefits for Sexual and Prostate Health

The highlands of Peru are the home of maca (Lepidium meyenii), a cruciferous plant that can count broccoli, cauliflower, and kale among its relatives, and a plant some claim is a boost to men’s sexual health. A new review published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine (August 2010) presents what has been discovered about maca… Continue Reading »


More about: , , , , ,

Best Sources of Lycopene For Prostate Health-Watermelon, Tomatoes or Guava?

Everyone knows that tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, right? Processed tomato products, ranging from sun-dried varieties to tomato ketchup, are proven to have high concentrations of this nutrient.[1] So why are some experts claiming that guava and watermelon have just as much – even more – lycopene than tomatoes?[2] First of all, lycopene… Continue Reading »


More about: , , ,

Genisoy Protein Bar-Eat At Your Own Risk!

Apart from the fact that it contains a massive 240 calories (half a Big Mac), Soy Protein Isolate and a bunch of other unpronounceable ingredients, here are 50 other reasons to avoid Genisoy Protein Bars. Sure, some of it might be good; but most of that is window dressing for the processed ingredients, additives, chemicals,… Continue Reading »


More about: , ,

  • ADVERTISEMENT


  • ADVERTISEMENT