Prostate Health

These suggestions are not intended to replace appropriate professional advice.  Please check labels and consult your pharmacist if you take medication.

A Preventative Diet – Guidelines for good health

• Drink 7-10 glasses of filtered or spring water.  Chlorine destroys beneficial flora.
• Eat a diet that is 75-80% alkaline.  The alkalinity factor is one of the least talked about and most important factors in disease prevention.  Chart available.
• Raise the bar to organic.  Pesticides and chemicals cause hormonal changes. 
• Make vegetables, fruits, raw seeds and nuts, beans, legumes, and whole grains the mainstays of your diet.  Avoid wheat unless sprouted.
• Studies show broccoli 3X weekly can reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 60%.
• Have complete protein no later than lunchtime for best digestion of amino acids.
• Have 1-3 tbsp ground flax to slow conversion of healthy hormones into pseudo hormones like dihydrotestosterone associated with hair loss and inflammation.
• Have 2 tsp apple cider vinegar and honey (opt) in water with meals to improve digestion, correct pH balance, regulate blood sugar, and boost circulation.
• Replace salt with Herbamare for all the taste and 1/3 the sodium.  A natural source of iodine to protect the thyroid.
• Cayenne pepper alkalizes the digestive tract and slows the growth of prostate cancer cells.  Use it liberally as a condiment or take the supplement form. 
• High heat cooking produces acrylamides and advanced glycation end-products.

Basic Supplements – To avoid common deficiencies

• Bio-Strath – a unique fermented whole food supplement that provides multiple necessary nutrients including B vitamins, amino acids, and DNA.  Corrects pH.
• Vitamin C – anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic. 
• Vitamin D 8,000 IU for one month then reduce to the upper limit of 4,000 IU – a deficiency is one of the major causes of prostate cancer.
• Magnesium – another common deficiency.  If magnesium is low other nutrients, like vitamin D are not properly utilized – regulates cardiovascular function.
• Omega-3 fatty acids – anti-inflammatory, balances hormones.
• Probiotics – intermittent use to regulate pH and build a healthy microbiome.

Special Care for Men – to decrease inflammation/added protection

• Saw palmetto increases testosterone, decreases inflammation, slows conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone associated with prostate cancer.
• Astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants known.  Provides global protection throughout the body, including the prostate gland.
• Maca helps to balance hormones, detoxify the liver, improve libido, increase endurance, and sharpen mental focus.

Lifestyle Suggestions 

• Fresh air, sunshine and pleasurable activity are important parts of an anti-inflammatory program.  When time is tight, practice Dr Zack Bush’s 4-minute workout to promote nitric oxide, strengthen muscles, increase mitochondria.
• The lymphatic system drains waste from every cell of your body.  It’s importance cannot be overstated in keeping the cells healthy and vibrant. It has no pump of its own so relies on muscle contractions and the cardiovascular system.  Another reason to stay active!  You can manually move lymphatic material by dry body brushing.  It’s ancient science!  If you have an interest ask for directions.
• Wear natural fibers that breathe.  Avoid synthetic or tight fitting clothing.
• Many things affect body chemistry.  To eliminate liquid waste via the kidneys, there must be adequate alkaline molecules, or it gets shuffled somewhere and stored – the beginning of inflammation.  You can monitor your own pH and make adjustments when necessary to maintain the correct range.
• The lungs are an important pathway for elimination.  Breathe deeply into the abdomen and exhale thoroughly.
• Keep a journal to record changes and their outcomes.  Most people find their health improves in various areas with the diet and basic supplement program.
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Good health means freedom to enjoy all of your favourite activities!

*Revised May 2024