How to Prevent Prostrate Cancer with Nutrition Supplements

Prostate Cancer is the second most common cancer in men after lung cancer. Enlargement of the prostate, which is the precursor to prostate cancer, often begins at approximately age 60. Many men fail to report prostate symptoms until it is too late. There are a number of supplements that are beneficial for maintaining prostate health before and after age 60, and helping to prevent prostrate cancer.

Instructions

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  Increase your antioxidant levels with green tea nutritional supplements. Green tea is processed in manner that retains antioxidants that help prevent prostate cancer. Antioxidants prevent the growth of abnormal cells that cause cancer. Green tea is a beneficial supplement in the prevention of prostate cancer.

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  Use soy supplements to prevent this cancer. It has been documented that populations whose diet is based on soybeans and soy products have a lower incidence of prostate cancer. The active ingredient in soy is thought to be phytoestrogens, or plant estrogens. Genistein is one of those substances and has been shown to slow down the growth of prostate cancer cells.

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  Take Omega-3 nutrition supplements to prevent prostrate cancer. Omega-3 oil is a beneficial supplement for many disorders and helps prevent prostate cancer as well. Once study showed a relationship between high consumption of fish containing omega-3 fatty acids and low incidence of prostate cancer.

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  Purchase nutrition supplements that contain tomato extracts. Supplements containing tomato extracts are also helpful in preventing prostate cancer. Research studies show that consumption of tomatoes and tomato products results in a decreased risk of developing prostate cancer.

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  Take daily doses of flaxseed Oil. Flaxseed oil is a common supplement with many benefits. Scientific investigations of prostate cancer show that consumption of flaxseed oil supplements retards the growth of prostate cancer cells. It is believed that flaxseed plays a role in inhibiting the abnormal division of cells that leads to cancerous cell growth.