Researchers at The Centenary Institute in Sydney, Australia have discovered a potential future treatment for prostate cancer — through starving the tumour cells of an essential nutrient they need to grow rapidly. Each year about 3,300 Australian men die of prostate cancer. It’s Australia’s second worst cancer killer for men, matching the impact of breast… Continue Reading »
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When Men with Diabetes Lose Weight, Erectile Dysfunction Improves
Overweight or obese men with diabetes often have more than blood sugar levels on their mind–up to 40 percent of them experience erectile dysfunction and lower urinary tract symptoms, such as urinary frequency or painful urination. But a new study says there is a relatively quick solution to these problems–weight loss.
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Soy and Selenium Found Not To Prevent Prostate Cancer
In April 2011, the National Center for Health Statistics released information obtained by the most recent version of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) that Americans’ use of dietary supplements has increased over recent years and one-half of the population report using at least one form of nutritional supplement. Although women were found… Continue Reading »
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Lifestyle Factors Impact Risk of BPH and LUTS
Recent epidemiological research shows that lifestyle factors associated with metabolism, such as obesity, exercise, diet, and blood glucose levels, have a substantial impact on the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). This information is important because it suggests men can take active steps toward preventing and treating these common… Continue Reading »
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Surviving Prostate Cancer: Charlie Rice’s Story
Charlie Rice, a Vietnam veteran, fought for his country and as a firefighter for many years he served his community. His next battle was prostate cancer. He felt mostly rejected by the traditional medical establishment and looked far and wide for alternative and complementary measures to fight his cancer. He changed his lifestyle and his… Continue Reading »
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Red Meat and Advanced Prostate Cancer
Men who like their red meat and hamburgers well done or very well done may be at increased risk of advanced prostate cancer, according to a study presented at the 2011 American Urological Association Annual Meeting. This finding is in addition to previous research suggesting an increased risk of prostate cancer from eating meats cooked… Continue Reading »
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Vitamin A, Carotenoids Reduce Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
A new study finds that men who consume more vitamin A or carotenoids in their diet have a reduced risk of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) when compared with men who eat fewer foods rich in these nutrients.
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Pistachios May Improve Erectile Function
According to a new study, men who had suffered with erectile dysfunction for at least one year experienced significant improvement on the International Index of Erectile Function after consuming pistachios every day for three weeks. The study appears in a recent issue of the International Journal of Impotence Research. Read more about pistachio nuts and… Continue Reading »
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Does Pomegranate Reduce PSA Levels?
A new study shows that most men with prostate cancer who took pomegranate extract daily for 6 to 18 months experienced a slowing of their prostate-specific antigen (PSA) doubling time by more than 6 months. The phase II, double-blind study also revealed that 13 percent of the men evaluated had declining PSA values. However, about… Continue Reading »
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Soda Coloring May Increase Risk of Cancer
If you are a soda drinker, it may be time to rethink your drink. An advocacy organization has brought to light some studies that indicate that the caramel coloring used in dark soft drinks and some foods are known to be carcinogens in mice and rats. The Center for Science in the Public Interest is… Continue Reading »
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