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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Soy and Selenium Found Not To Prevent Prostate Cancer
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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 »
More about: Prevention, Prostate Cancer, prostate cancer treatment, Supplements, The Prostate Diet
Selenium and Prostate Cancer Risk
New research from the Institute for Transdisciplinary Health Research, in Berlin, casts more doubt over long-established claims made for the powers of selenium. The Cochrane Systematic Review of fifty-five previous studies focused on evidence of links between selenium exposure and cancer risk including prostate cancer. The review of the results of studies led the researchers to conclude that… Continue Reading »
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Is Coffee Good for Men’s Health?
Is coffee a beverage that is good for men’s health, or is it harmful? When it comes to prostate health, coffee and the caffeine and other components it contains can be troublesome for men who have BPH, but if your concern is prostate cancer, coffee and caffeine appear to be safe for now, according to… Continue Reading »
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Can Doctors “Prevent” Disease?
There’s no question Americans need to stop smoking, eat less junk food and get more exercise. But can physicians — many of whom have little training in nutrition or exercise coaching — succeed in changing patient behaviors? And on top of that, can the current “business of medicine” support the additional time and attention needed… Continue Reading »
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Dr. Geo’s Prostate Cancer Health Retreat in May is Limited to 20 Participants. Sign Up Today!
Prostate cancer (CaP) is a life-threatening, lifelong condition that requires a lifelong commitment to manage and overcome. Improving your chances to beat this disease involves a team effort between you and your urologist. You must be an active participant in your own health. What you need are the tools, techniques and expert information to apply… Continue Reading »
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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 »
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The Prostate Test: A Laughing Matter Until It’s No Laughing Matter
You’ve probably heard jokes or perhaps even told a few about getting a prostate test or going for a prostate cancer screening. But considering that one in six men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, getting a prostate test is no laughing matter. Let’s face it: people poke fun at the… Continue Reading »
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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 »
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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 »
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