Search in Top Supplements for Prostate Health (A-Z)
See also: Top Supplements for Prostate Cancer
| Vitamin | Description |
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A |
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 AHCC |
AHCC is a well studied formulation of a proprietary mix of mushrooms that have been shown to be effective for prostate cancer and immunity support. Read more on AHCC |
 Aloe vera |
Aloe vera is a much-studied plant that has been credited with anticancer properties, although no studies have looked specifically at its impact on prostate cancer. Read more about aloe vera |
 Amino Acids |
The amino acids alanine, glutamic acid, and glycine have demonstrated benefits for prostate health, although their role in prostate cancer is uncertain. Read more about amino acids |
 Arginine |
Arginine is an essential amino acid which some research suggests may inhibit the growth of tumors and cancer by enhancing the function of the immune system. Read more about arginine |
 Ashwagandha |
Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic herb which several studies suggest may help prevent the progression of prostate cancer and also promote cancer cell death. Read more about ashwagandha |
 Astragalus |
Astragalus is a Chinese herb that has shown anticancer effects in mice as well as immune boosting properties. Read more about astragalus |
B |
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 Baikal Skullcap |
Baikal skullcap is a Chinese herbal supplement that has proven to be effective against prostate cancer cells. Read more about Baikal skullcap |
 Bee Pollen |
Bee pollen, see Pollen extract |
 Beet Juice Powder |
Beet juice powder is a rich source natural sugars and nutrients, and it has also shown potential to prevent cancer. Read more about beet juice powder |
 Bentonite Clay |
Bentonite clay is a mineral-rich natural substance that is highly charged with electromagnetic energy, which may make it an effective remedy to help rid the body of wastes and toxins that can harm prostate health, including contributing to the development of prostate cancer. Read more about bentonite clay |
 Beta-sitosterol |
Beta-sitosterol, a compound found in saw palmetto and other plants, has demonstrated some anticancer properties. Read more about beta-sitosterol |
 Black cohosh |
Black cohosh is an herb that not only appears to lower estrogen levels, but also has demonstrated activity against prostate cancer cells. Read more about black cohosh |
 Boron |
Boron is a trace element that can interfere with the reproduction of cancer cells and inhibit the spread of prostate cancer cell lines. Read more about boron |
 Boswellia |
Boswellia, also known as frankincense, contains boswellic acid, which has shown some anticancer effects against prostate cancer. Read more about boswellia |
 Broccoli sprout extract |
Broccoli sprout extract contains sulforaphane, a substance that activates enzymes that protect against cancer-causing chemicals. Read more about broccoli sprout extract |
 Buckthorn Bark |
Buckthorn bark is derived from a shrub and has been shown to contain substances called anthraquinine, which may have prostate cancer fighting properties, although no studies have verified this. Read more about buckthorn bark |
C |
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 Cacao beans |
Cacao beans. See Cocoa beans |
 Calcium |
Although calcium is an important mineral for bone health, research has linked high intake of this essential mineral to an increased risk of prostate cancer. Read more about calcium |
 Cayenne |
Cayenne pepper has a high concentration of capsaicin, a substance that has shown an ability to slow prostate cancer cell growth and to encourage the death of prostate cancer cells. Read more about cayenne pepper |
 Cernilton |
Cernilton, see Pollen extract |
 Chasteberry |
Chasteberry is an herb that has demonstrated an ability to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells. Read more about chasteberry |
 Chlorella |
Chlorella is a nutrient-rich one-celled green algae that can boost the immune system and help reduce symptoms associated with cancer treatment. Read more about chlorella |
 Chrysin |
Chrysin is a supplement derived from the blue passionflower that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and possibly anticancer abilities, although no studies have focused on prostate cancer. Read more about chrysin |
 Citrus pectin |
Citrus pectin: see Modified citrus pectin |
 CLA |
CLA, see Conjugated linoleic acid |
 Cobalamin |
Cobalamin, see Vitamin B12 |
Cocoa beans |
Cocoa beans have anticancer properties that have been shown to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth in the laboratory. Read more about cocoa beans |
 Coenzyme Q10 |
Coenzyme Q10 is a substance produced by all cells in the body and which reportedly has some anticancer properties, although published evidence is lacking. Read more about coenzyme Q10 |
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) |
Conjugated linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid with omega-3 fatty acid qualities, including an ability to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells. Read more about conjugated linoleic acid |
 Convolvulus arvensis (Bindweed) |
Convolvulus arvensis is a flowering plant that has shown an ability to fight cancer in animals. Read more about convolvulus arvensis |
 Copper |
Copper and zinc need to be in balance to support prostate health, although thus far no studies have directly linked copper with prostate cancer. Read more about copper |
 Creatine |
Creatine is a chemical naturally found in muscle tissue, but as a supplement it can increase a man’s risk of prostate cancer. Read more about creatine |
 Curcumin |
Curcumin has shown promising results in animal studies of prostate cancer, including an ability to reduce tumor size and promote prostate cancer cell death. Read more about curcumin |
D |
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 DIM (diindolylmethane) |
DIM (diindolylmethane), see Indole-3-carbinol (I3C)/DIM |
E |
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 Essiac tea |
Essiac tea is an Ojibway Indian herbal remedy that combines burdock root, slippery elm inner bark, sheep sorrel, and rhubarb root and is claimed to slow the growth of prostate cancer cells, although many experts disagree. Read more about essiac tea |
F |
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 Fenugreek |
Fenugreek is an herb that at least one study has shown may help kill prostate cancer cells. Read more about fenugreek |
 Fiber |
Fiber refers to plant components that help eliminate cancer-causing substances from the body, and may even possess an ability to kill prostate cancer cells. Read more about fiber |
 Flaxseed |
Flaxseed is high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans, a combination shown to help interfere with prostate cancer growth. Read more about flaxseed |
 Flower Pollen |
Flower pollen, see Pollen extract |
 Folate/Folic Acid |
Folate/folic acid acid appear to both reduce and possibly increase the risk of developing prostate cancer, depending on the source and amount of the vitamin consumed. Read more about folate and folic acid |
G |
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 Gac fruit |
Gac is a unique fruit from Southeast Asia that provides extremely high levels of lycopene, an antioxidant proven helpful in preventing prostate cancer. Read more about gac |
 GCP |
GCP, see Genistein Combined Polysaccharide |
 Genistein |
Genistein is an isoflavone and an antioxidant found primarily in soybeans and the subject of research suggesting it may lower the incidence, spread, and risk of prostate cancer. Read more about genistein |
Genistein Combined Polysaccharide (GCP) |
Genistein Combined Polysaccharide is a specially fermented genistein formulation that has shown an ability to inhibit prostate cancer growth and promote cancer cell death. Read more |
 Ginseng (Asian) |
Ginseng is an herb that contains a substance shown in some studies to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer cells. Read more about ginseng |
 Glucosamine |
Glucosamine is a natural compound found in healthy cartilage and a substance that appears to have anticancer activity against prostate cancer cells. Read more about glucosamine |
 Goji berries |
Goji berries provide high levels of antioxidants, especially carotenoids, which have demonstrated some anticancer abilities. Read more about goji berries |
 Grape seed extract |
Grape seed extract is a potent antioxidant that is used to treat cardiovascular conditions, although the extract has also shown limited activity against prostate cancer growth in mice. Read more about grape seed extract |
 Graviola |
Graviola is a rainforest herb with phytochemicals that have shown some anticancer properties. Read more about graviola |
 Green Tea |
Green tea contains potent antioxidants known as catechins, which research suggests are effective against prostate cancer. Read more about green tea |
H |
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 Hesperidin |
Hesperidin is a phytonutrient found in citrus that can enhance blood flow and may have anticancer properties. Read more about hesperidin |
I |
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Indole-3-carbinol (I3C)/DIM |
Indole-3-carbinol (I3C)/DIM are two indoles present in high levels in cruciferous vegetables that have demonstrated anticancer properties against prostate cancer. Read more on indole-3-carbinol/DIM |
 Inositol/IP6 |
Inositol/IP6 is a derivative of the B vitamin inositol that has demonstrated a possible effect against prostate cancer. Read more about inositol/IP6 |
 Iodine |
Iodine is a trace element which, when deficient in the body, can result in thyroid disease, which in turn may increase the risk of prostate cancer. Read more about iodine |
 Iron |
Iron is an important trace mineral that may increase the risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer when intake is high and dietary consumption of antioxidants is low. Read more about iron |
J |
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K |
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 Krill Oil |
Krill oil provides the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which have been shown to be effective in reducing the risk of prostate cancer. Read more about krill oil |
L |
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 Leucine |
Leucine is an essential amino acid that performs vital functions in the body, but which also may be associated with prostate cancer. Read more about leucine and prostate cancer |
 Licorice |
Licorice is a traditional, perennial herb that has anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties and an herbal remedy that has shown some evidence of fighting prostate cancer in the lab. Read more about licorice |
 Lipase |
Lipase, see Lypase |
 Lunasin |
Lunasin is a key component in soy protein that has displayed some anticancer properties as well as anti-inflammatory abilities. Read more on lunasin |
 Lutein |
Lutein is a potent antioxidant that has shown some promise in inhibiting prostate cancer cells in the lab. Read more about lutein |
 Lycopene |
Lycopene is a phytonutrient and potent antioxidant that has demonstrated an ability to reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer. Read more about lycopene |
 Lypase (Lipase) |
Lypase is an enzyme that breaks down fats from food and which may contribute to prostate problems, including prostate cancer, in men who have a lypase deficiency. Read more about lypase (lipase) |
 Lysine |
Lysine is an essential amino acid that may help prevent prostate cancer by reducing levels of DHT. Read more about lysine |
M |
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 Magnesium |
Magnesium deficiency may trigger the growth of cancer cells, although prostate cancer cells have not been named specifically in studies. Read more about magnesium |
 Magnolia bark |
Magnolia bark extract is an herbal remedy that has demonstrated the ability to stop the development, invasion, growth, and spread of prostate cancer cells in the laboratory. Read more on magnolia bark for prostate cancer |
 Mangosteen |
Mangosteen hulls have been shown to possess some anticancer activity. Read more about mangosteen |
 Matcha Green Tea |
Matcha green tea is the most refined and highest in catechins (EGCG) and has potential for supplementing treatment for prostate cancer. Read more about macha green tea |
Modified citrus pectin |
Modified citrus pectin is a processed form of pectin that has been shown to disrupt the growth and spread of prostate cancer cells. Read more about modified citrus pectin |
 Molybdenum |
Molybdenum has antioxidant properties that may make this trace mineral an important player in the prevention of prostate cancer. Read more about molybdenum |
 Multivitamin/Multimineral supplements |
Multivitamin/Multimineral supplements, when used to excess, may result in an increased risk of prostate cancer. Read more about multivitamin/multimineral supplements |
 Muscadine grape skin |
Muscadine grape skin extract has demonstrated anticancer activity against prostate cancer cells and may be helpful in men who undergo radiation therapy for prostate cancer as well. Read more about muscadine grape skin extract |
 Mushroom extract |
Mushroom extracts from different varieties of Asian mushrooms have demonstrated an ability to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth, trigger cancer cell death, and support the immune system in cancer patients during chemotherapy and radiation. Read more about mushroom extract |
N |
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 NAC (N-acetylcysteine) |
NAC (N-acetylcysteine) is a metabolite of the amino acid cysteine and may help prevent development of prostate cancer because of its potent antioxidant properties. Read more about NAC (N-acetylcysteine) |
 Neem |
Neem extract has demonstrated anticancer properties against prostate cancer cells in several recent studies. Read more about neem |
 Noni |
Noni is a fruit from the Morinda citrifolia tree whose roots and leaves have demonstrated some anticancer properties. Read more about noni |
O |
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 Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
Omega-3 essential fatty acids have demonstrated in numerous studies to have an ability to reduce the risk of prostate cancer, including advanced prostate cancer. Read more about omega-3 fatty acids |
 Oregano |
Oregano is a flowering herb that has demonstrated activity against cancer cells in animals and humans. Read more about Oregano |
P |
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 Pantothenic acid |
Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, is involved in the synthesis of steroid hormones, which may have an impact on the prostate. Read more about pantothenic acid |
 Papaya |
Papaya is a fruit that contains enzymes that have anti-inflammatory properties and lycopene, an anticancer nutrient that can help reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Read more about papaya |
 Pectin |
Pectin is a complex carbohydrate that has demonstrated an ability to prevent the proliferation and spread of prostate cancer cells. Read more on pectin for prostate cancer |
 Phosphorus |
Phosphorus is a mineral that is involved in helping prevent prostate cancer. Read more about phosphorus |
 Pine Bark (Pycnogenol) |
Pine bark, also known as Pycnogenol, has demonstrated some anticancer activity in limited studies. Read more about pine bark |
 Pollen Extract |
Pollen extract (aka cernilton, rye grass pollen, flower pollen, bee pollen) has demonstrated some possible benefit in one study that involved bee pollen, with the authors noting that it “may be a promising candidate for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer”. Read more about pollen extract |
 Pomegranate |
Pomegranate extracts have demonstrated an ability to slow the progression of prostate cancer as well as its spread, and to enhance cancer cell death. Read more about pomegranate |
 Potassium |
Potassium is believed by some experts to have a role in the development of cancer if the mineral is deficient in the body. Read more about potassium |
 Prickly Pear |
Prickly pear is an herbal remedy with antioxidant properties that has shown limited promise in preventing oxidative stress and cancer, including prostate cancer. Read more about prickly pear |
 Probiotics |
Probiotics, also referred to as “friendly” bacteria, help restore bacterial balance to the intestinal tract and are believed by some experts to have a role in preventing cancer. Read more about probiotics |
 Pycnogenol |
Pycnogenol, see Pine bark |
 Pygeum |
Pygeum is an ancient remedy that scientists suggest may be beneficial in men who have prostate cancer. Read more about pygeum |
 Pyridoxine |
Pyridoxine, see Vitamin B6 |
Q |
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 Quercetin |
Quercetin is a flavonoid that has demonstrated activity against prostate cancer cells, including promoting cell death. Read more about quercetin |
R |
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 Red Clover |
Red clover is an herb that has demonstrated activity against prostate cancer cells. Read more about red clover |
 Resveratrol |
Resveratrol, a phytonutrient most often associated with grapes and red wine, has been shown in some studies to slow the growth of prostate cancer cells. Read more about resveratrol |
 Riboflavin |
Riboflavin, one of the B vitamins and an antioxidant, may cause an increased risk of prostate cancer when present in elevated concentrations in the body. Read more about riboflavin |
 Rosemary |
Rosemary is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory herbal remedy that has demonstrated anticancer activity in several laboratory studies. Read more about rosemary |
 Rutin |
Rutin is a bioflavonoid that can facilitate the elimination of toxins from the body, which may contribute to its potential as an anticancer agent. Read more about rutin |
Rye Grass Pollen |
Rye grass pollen, see Pollen extract |
S |
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 Sabal serrulata |
The homeopathic remedy sabal serrulata, derived from saw palmetto, is sometimes prescribed by homeopaths for prostate cancer. Read more about sabal serrulata |
 Saw Palmetto |
Saw palmetto is an herb shown to have the potential to fight prostate cancer in preliminary research. Read more about saw pamletto |
 Selenium |
Selenium, a mineral with antioxidant properties, has demonstrated mixed findings regarding prostate cancer. Read more about selenium |
 Silymarin |
Silymarin, a flavonoid extracted from the milk thistle plant, possesses antioxidant abilities that have demonstrated some anticancer activity against prostate cancer in the laboratory. Read more about silymarin |
 Stinging Nettle |
Stinging nettle is an herb with anti-inflammatory properties and which is effective in reducing the growth of some prostate cells, although its role in prostate cancer is unknown. Read more about stinging nettle |
T |
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 Testosterone |
Testosterone is the main male sex hormone and the subject of controversy because of its relationship with prostate cancer. Read more about testosterone |
 Thiamin (or thiamine) |
Thiamin is a member of the B-complex of vitamins, and at least one study shows that increased intake of thiamin and vitamin C reduces the risk of developing prostate cancer. Read more about thiamin |
 Thuja |
Thuja is a homeopathic remedy that may be prescribed by homeopaths to treat prostate cancer. Read more about thuja |
 Thyme |
Thyme has essential oils that may be helpful in treating prostate cancer. Read more about thyme |
 Turmeric |
Turmeric is an herbal remedy whose active ingredient, curcumin, has shown promise in several studies to help prevent and treat prostate cancer. Read more about turmeric |
U |
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V |
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 Vitamin A |
Vitamin A is a critical nutrient and antioxidant that promotes normal cell reproduction, which is important for preventing precancerous changes in cells, including prostate cells. Read more about vitamin A |
 Vitamin B12 |
Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, has shown some evidence of increasing the risk of prostate cancer when at elevated levels. Read more about vitamin B12 |
 Vitamin B5 |
Vitamin B5, see Pantothenic acid |
 Vitamin B6 |
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, has demonstrated an ability to reduce the risk of developing some types of cancer. Read more about vitamin B6 |
 Vitamin C |
Vitamin C is an important nutrient and antioxidant that may or may not help reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer, depending on which studies you consult. Read more about vitamin C |
 Vitamin D |
Vitamin D has demonstrated positive effects against prostate cancer cells in a number of studies. Read more about vitamin D |
 Vitamin E |
Vitamin E appears to have an ability to delay or prevent the development of prostate cancer. Read more about vitamin E |
 Vitamin K |
Vitamin K is an essential nutrient found mainly in green leafy vegetables that has been shown in some studies to help reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer, including advanced prostate cancer. Read more about vitamin K |
W |
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 White Tea |
White tea is the least processed form of tea, which means it has more antioxidant potential (in the form of catechins) and thus more prostate cancer fighting abilities than other forms of tea. Read more about white tea |
X |
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Y |
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Z |
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 Zinc |
Zinc is an important mineral whose role in prostate cancer is complex, as it demonstrates both positive and negative effects. Read more about zinc |
