A new study led by Johanna E. Torfadottir from the University of Iceland analyzed 8,894 men that were born between 1907 and 1935 and came from different areas of Iceland where regular milk consumption varied based on availability in the area. They followed these men for 24 years. Their study results showed that those men… Continue Reading »
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Drinking Milk May Increase Prostate Cancer Risk
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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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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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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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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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