SYDNEY, Jun 4, 2009 (UPI via COMTEX) -- A diet low in fat and red meat and high
in produce may be beneficial in preventing and treating prostate cancer,
researchers in Australia said.
Robert Ma of University of New South Wales and colleagues reviewed previously
conducted research and found that a low-fat diet heavy on vegetables and light
on meat, dairy products and calcium may reduce the risk of getting prostate
cancer and help people who have it.
The review, published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, found the
consumption of tomatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, green tea, vitamin E and
selenium seemed to propose a decreased risk of prostate cancer. Consumption of
highly processed or charcoal-cooked meats, dairy products and fats seemed to be
correlated with prostate cancer.
"Although not conclusive, results suggest that general dietary modification has
a beneficial effect on the prevention of prostate cancer," the study authors
said in a statement.
"In patients with prostate cancer, dietary therapy allows patients to be an
active participant in their treatment."
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