Prostate Cancer: Nutritional and Herbal Prevention and Support
See also the Cancer(General) post
Disclaimer
The content of this site is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice or consultations with healthcare professionals.
Foods Listed by helpful nutrients and phytochemicals
Genistein
“Genistein decreases the growth of both BPH and prostate cancer tissue in histoculture. The data suggest that genistein has potential as a therapeutic agent for BPH and prostate cancer.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9465938/
Soybeans
Fava beans
Currants
Parsley
Sage
Lima beans
Chickpeas
Selenium
“This meta-analysis indicated that selenium most probably has a protective role against development of prostate cancer and its progression to advanced stages. Therefore, selenium supplementation can be proposed for prevention of prostate cancer.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6103565/
Brazil nuts
Yellowfin tuna
Halibut
Sardines
Shrimp
Boneless turkey
Chicken
Cottage cheese (low fat)
Brown rice
Whole wheat bread
Navy beans
Pinto beans
Lima beans
Kamut
Oatmeal
Brown rice
Sunflower seeds
Chia seeds
Flax seeds
Tilapia
Snapper
Salmon
Shiitake mushrooms
Portabella mushrooms
White button mushrooms
Crimini mushrooms
Capsaicin
“One alternative therapeutic approach for prostate cancer is represented by the use of capsaicin alone or in combination with other drugs.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4811481/
Hot peppers
Cayenne pepper
Tabasco
Chili oil
Cholorgenic acids
“Based on the ability of CGA in activating and inhibiting some important pathways in cancer metabolism, it may act as chemosensitizing agent leading to cancer growth suppression.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6073821/
Apples
Artichokes
Carrots
Coffee beans
Eggplants
Grapes
Honeysuckle
Kiwi fruit
Plums
Potatoes
Tea
Isothiocyanates
“ITCs seem to be responsible for activating cell cycle arrest, apoptosis and autophagy. Likewise, they also seem to exhibit activity against metastasis and angiogenesis, acting on epigenetic mechanisms and different signaling pathways.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6272898/
Cruciferous vegetables
Broccoli
Watercress
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage
Japanese radish
Cauliflower
Kale
Collard greens
Mustard greens
Turnip greens
Antioxidants
“…there is some evidence that dietary antioxidants may be beneficial in delaying prostate cancer development in individuals with high oxidative stress.”
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780124052055000179
Small red beans
Wild blueberries
Red kidney beans
Pinto beans
Cultivated blueberries
Cranberries
Artichokes
Blackberries
Prunes
Raspberries
Strawberries
Red delicious apples
Granny smith apples
Pecans
Sweet cherries
Black plums
Russet potatoes
Black beans
Plums
Gala apples
Dark leafy greens
Phytosterols
“These results suggest that consumption of plant sterol, a naturally present dietary nutrition, and reduction of cholesterol intake, will effectively prevent or retard prostate cancer formation and progression.”
Canola oil*
Nut oils
Olive oil
Plant oils
Peas
Cauliflower
Broccoli
Romaine lettuce
Naval orange
Tangerine
Mango
Lycopene
“In summary, findings from our study indicate that α-carotene and lycopene, but not β-carotene, are inversely associated with the risk of PCa. However, both α-carotene and lycopene cannot lower the risk of advanced PCa.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4570783/
Guava
Tomato
Watermelon
Grapefruit
Papaya
Red bell peppers
Persimmon
α-carotene
“In summary, findings from our study indicate that α-carotene and lycopene, but not β-carotene, are inversely associated with the risk of PCa. However, both α-carotene and lycopene cannot lower the risk of advanced PCa.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4570783/
Carrots
Sweet potatoes
Pumpkin
Winter squash
Squash
Mandarin oranges
Cantaloupe
Apricots
Beets
Broccoli
Green beans
Peas
Green turnips
Cabbage
Green salad
Lutein
“Lycopene and lutein inhibit proliferation in rat prostate carcinoma cells.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17640163/
Raw spinach
Spinach
Kale
Green beans
Orange pepper
Romaine lettuce
Broccoli
Parsley
Corn
Pistachio nuts
Caffeic acid phenethyl ester (Propolis)
“Caffeic acid phenethyl ester as an adjuvant therapy for advanced prostate cancer”
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0306987713000753
Blueberries
Grapes
Coffee
Propolis
Apples
Berries
Artichokes
Pears
Olive
Strawberries
Amygdalin
“The present study reveals that amygdalin may offer a valuable option for the treatment of prostate cancers.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16880611/
Raw nuts
Bitter almonds
Apricot kernels (Caution may be needed)
Millet
Barley
Buckwheat
Flax
Berries
Strawberries
Currants
Cranberries
Blackberries
Raspberries
Bamboo shoots
Alfalfa
Yams
Sweet potatoes
Cassava
Spinach
Beet greens
Watercress
Black beans
Lima beans
Lentils
Green peas
Herbs & Supplements
Black cohosh
“Black cohosh extract kills human hormone-responsive or-unresponsive prostate cancer cells by induction of apoptosis and activation of caspases.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15816531/
Chamomile
“Based on the findings from the current study, the conclusion can be drawn that M. chamomilla plant extracts and formulations possess in vitro antioxidant and anticancer activities on prostate cancer cell line (C4-2) which might be useful in preventing oxidative stress during cancer treatment.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9969581/
Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus)
“The extract may be useful for the prevention and/or treatment not only of benign prostatic hyperplasia but also of human prostate cancer.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16254821/
Flaxseeds
“Flaxseed Supplementation (not Dietary Fat Restriction) Reduces Prostate Cancer Proliferation Rates in Men Presurgery”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2703189/
Gamma tocopherol (See VE caution below under “Avoid and Limit”)
“Gamma-tocopherol was found to be superior to alpha-tocopherol in terms of cell inhibition in vitro. Both forms of vitamin E (and others) should be thoroughly evaluated in the future to provide the most effective chemoprevention information to the patient.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10332921/
Licorice (Caution for those with high blood pressure)
“Glycyrrhizin induces apoptosis in prostate cancer cell lines DU-145 and LNCaP”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19020719/
Mullein
“The last extract, mullein (Verbascum thapsus), significantly inhibited the PC3 cell viability at its highest concentration of 1000 µg/ml.”
https://digitalscholarship.tnstate.edu/dissertations/AAI10244532/
Propolis
“The compounds contained in propolis inhibit multiple signaling pathways crucial for cancer initiation, progression, and metastasis…”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8399583/
Phytoestrogens
“Phytoestrogens, can cause growth arrest and in some cases apoptosis in prostate cancer cells in vivo and in vitro.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12643473/
Stinging nettle extract
“Antiproliferative effect on human prostate cancer cells by a stinging nettle root (Urtica dioica) extract”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10705733/
Healthy Habits
Exercise
“In particular, exercise has the potential to delay disease progression and extend patient survival through numerous potential systemic and localised, mechanical and non-mechanical mechanisms.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5961562/
A Good Night’s Sleep
“Our data suggest that certain aspects of sleep disruption may confer an increased risk of prostate cancer and call for additional, larger studies with longer follow-up times.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3652595/
Avoid or Limit
Alcohol
“Among men with prostate cancer, red wine was associated with a lower risk of progression to lethal disease.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31026211/
Trans fats
“Despite heterogeneity, higher risk of prostate and colorectal cancer by high consumption of trans-fatty acids was found.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34104953
Sugar
“In conclusion, this study provides evidence for a positive association between sugars from sugar-sweetened beverages and increased risk of prostate cancer among men receiving usual medical care in the PLCO trial.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6123266/
Vitamin E (Caution)
‘“Based on these results and the results of large cardiovascular studies using vitamin E, there is no reason for men in the general population to take the dose of vitamin E used in SELECT, as the supplements have shown no benefit and some very real risks,” says Dr. Eric Klein, a study co-chair at the Cleveland Clinic.”
https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/prostate-cancer-risk-vitamin-e-supplements
Food List by Category
*Multitasker - has more than one nutritional element or helps in more than one way.
Vegetables
Alfalfa
Artichokes***
Asparagus**
Bamboo shoots
Beet greens
Beets
Bok choy
Broccoli****
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage**
Carrots**
Cassava
Cauliflower**
Chives
Collard greens
Corn
Crimini mushrooms
Cruciferous veggies
Dark leafy greens
Eggplants
Garlic
Green beans**
Green salad
Green turnips
Japanese radish
Kale**
Leeks
Mustard greens
Orange pepper (raw)
Parsley** (raw)
Peas***
Portabella mushrooms
Potatoes** (russet)
Pumpkin
Red bell peppers
Red cabbage
Romaine lettuce**
Scallions
Shallots
Shiitake mushrooms
Spinach*** (cooked, raw)
Squash
Sweet potatoes**
Tomatoes
Tomatoes plus broccoli
Turnip greens
Watercress**
White button mushrooms
Winter squash
Yams
Fruit
Apples** (Gala apples, granny smith apples, red delicious apples)
Apricots
Berries**
Black plums
Blackberries**
Blueberries**
Cantaloupe
Cranberries**
Currants**
Grapefruit
Grapes**
Guava
Kiwi fruit
Mandarin oranges
Mango**
Naval orange
Papaya
Pears
Persimmon
Pink grapefruit
Plums**
Prunes
Raspberries**
Strawberries***
Sweet cherries
Tangerine
Watermelon
Wild blueberries
Grains
Barley
Brown rice**
Buckwheat
Kamut
Millet
Oatmeal
Whole wheat bread
Proteins
Poultry: OK (Avoid processed lunch meat and skin)
“This meta-analysis suggests no association between poultry consumption and PCa risk.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4741082/
Fish: OK (caution for those at risk for skin cancer)
“These results suggest that fish intake is unrelated to prostate cancer incidence but may improve prostate cancer survival.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2843087/
Avoid Eggs
“Eggs may increase risk of aggressive prostate cancer due to their choline content.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5472048/
Avoid Red Meat: Beef, Pork, Lamb
“Weekly consumption of three or more servings of red meat, 1.5 or more servings of processed meat, 1 or more servings of grilled red meat, and 1 or more servings of well done red meat were each associated with an approximately 50% increased risk of developing advanced prostate cancer, but not localized disease.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3516139/
Chicken
Turkey
Fish
Cod
Halibut
Salmon
Sardines
Shrimp
Snapper
Tilapia
Tuna
Yellowfin tuna
Nuts and Seeds
Apricot kernels (Caution may be needed)
Bitter almonds
Brazil nuts
Chia seeds
Flaxseeds**
Pecans
Pistachio nuts
Raw nuts
Sunflower seeds
Walnuts
Beans
Black beans**
Chickpeas
Fava beans
Lentils
Lima beans***
Navy beans
Pinto beans**
Red kidney beans
Small red beans
Soybeans
Fats
Canola oil*
Nut oils
Olive oil**
Plant oils
Drinks
Coffee**
Green tea
Pomegranate juice
Red wine
Tea
Dairy
Cottage cheese (low fat)
Low Fat Dairy
“In contrast, consumption of low-fat dairy foods has not been consistently linked to adverse outcomes after a prostate cancer diagnosis, though data are limited.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5472048/
Spices and herbs
Honeysuckle
Hot peppers
Sage
Tabasco
Changing your relationship with food
Throwing a few blueberries or raspberries in a refined carb muffin loaded with sugar and butter is unlikely to make a difference in anyone’s health. Below you’ll find a selection of recipes that not only focus on some of the healthy foods listed above but attempt to avoid those foods thought to increase breast cancer risk. Where needed, there are some suggestions on how to make the linked recipe even better. An Chassidic teaching guides people to view food as a resource to supply oneself with the health and energy to serve G-d. If we stopped viewing food as primarily a source of entertainment or comfort and instead see it as a way to nourish our bodies and health, we would likely make very different choices.
Recipes
Apple Basil Smoothie
https://www.unconventionalbaker.com/apple-basil-vegan-smoothie/
Hawaiian Pog
https://alittleinsanity.com/natural-hawaiian-pog-recipe/
Guava Chutney
https://www.whiskaffair.com/guava-chutney/
Tangerine Sauce
https://www.stephgaudreau.com/zesty-tangerine-sauce/
Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Grapes
https://cleananddelicious.com/brussels-sprouts-grapes-video/
Sugar-Free Balsamic Glaze
https://motherwouldknow.com/the-easiest-balsamic-glaze/
Oatmeal and Roasted Grapes
https://champagne-tastes.com/roasted-grape-oatmeal/
Peruvian Chicken Wrap
https://diabetesstrong.com/peruvian-chicken-wraps-guest-post/
Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Vinaigrette
Asparagus with Olives and Basil
Chicken, Bulgur (or Barley), and Sauerkraut
https://www.homemademastery.com/chicken-with-sauerkraut/
Crockpot Broccoli Turmeric Soup
Roasted Carrots with Chives
https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/roasted-carrots-with-chives
Corn with Red peppers and Onions
Make it better: Substitute olive oil for the butter
https://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/fresh-corn-saute-red-pepper-onions
Spicy Shredded Cabbage
https://omgfood.com/spicy-shredded-cabbage/
Tomatillo Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette
Make it better: skip the tortilla strips and use olive oil
https://www.bravabod.com/recipe/tomatillo-salad-with-cumin-vinaigrette/
Coconut Ginger Black Beans
https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1021097-vegan-coconut-ginger-black-beans
Rosemary Split Pea Soup
https://drhyman.com/blog/2012/07/31/split-pea-and-rosemary-soup/
Pecan Crusted Salmon
https://www.simplywhisked.com/pecan-crusted-salmon/
Pistachio, Arugula, Brown Rice Salad
https://americanpistachios.org/recipes-and-snacking/recipes/pistachio-arugula-brown-rice-salad
Pan-Seared Citrus Shrimp
https://www.foodiecrush.com/pan-seared-citrus-shrimp-recipe/
Orange-Ginger Baked Halibut with Blueberry Avocado Salsa
https://www.theroastedroot.net/orange-ginger-baked-halibut-with-blueberry-avocado-salsa/
Plant a Healing Garden: Prostate Cancer
Broccoli
Peas
Spinach
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Green beans
Kale
Parsley
Romaine Lettuce
Sweet potatoes
Potatoes
Blueberry bushes
Blackberry bushes
Raspberry bushes
Strawberry bushes
Black Beans
Lima beans
Pinto beans
Hot peppers
Diets
Mediterranean Diet
“This review of the literature allows us to state emphatically how nutritional factors play an important role in the initiation and progression of cancer, including prostate cancer, and how a healthy dietary pattern represented by MD and its components, especially olive oil, could exert a protective role by the development of tumors, including prostate cancer.”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5573712/
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