Cruciferous, fish and whole grains are important for prostate health
- Broccoli, and more broadly vegetables of the cruciferous family, would help prevent the appearance of certain cancers including prostate cancer. Another advantage, these vegetables contain antioxidants.
- Fish and vegetable oils rich in omega-3 would reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
- Vitamin E has a reputation for reducing prostate hypertrophy and therefore may protect the gland from cancer. Good sources of vitamin E include margarine, vegetable oils, nuts and seeds, wheat germ and whole grains.
- Whole grains contain fiber, selenium, vitamin E and phytochemicals, all of which play a role in cancer prevention.
- Lycopene:A study of nearly 48,000 men found that this element, found in tomatoes, tomato products, pink grapefruits and watermelon, appears to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Tomatoes would release more lycopene when cooked; this means that pasta sauces and tomato soups can be exceptionally beneficial. Since lycopene is fat-soluble, it is best to absorb it in a little fat.
- Selenium:this is another mineral salt that has a preventive element. This antioxidant is found in nuts-especially Brazil nuts-seafood, some meats, fish, wheat bran, wheat germ, oats and brown rice (cargo rice).
- Soy products help prevent an enlarged prostate and can slow the growth of a tumor. This effect would be due to the isoflavones of soy, a plant element that helps lower the level of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a male hormone that promotes the excessive growth of prostate tissue.
- Regarding alcohol,it is better to pay attention to white alcohols such as white wine, champagne and beer that promote disorders and urinary tract infections, but do not have direct effects on tumor growth. The best prevention remains early detection prostate cancer for men who have risk factors, including a family history.
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