Understanding and Preventing Prostate Cancer: Essential Guidelines

Key Prevention Strategies

Dietary Modifications

• Increase consumption of:
  • Tomatoes and lycopene-rich foods
  • Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower)
  • Green tea
  • Foods rich in selenium and vitamin E
• Reduce intake of:
  • Red meat
  • Processed foods
  • High-fat dairy products

Lifestyle Changes

1. Maintain a Healthy Weight

   • BMI between 18.5-24.9
   • Regular weight monitoring

2. Regular Exercise

   • 150 minutes of moderate activity weekly
   • Include both cardio and strength training

3. Smoking Cessation

   • Quit smoking or avoid starting
   • Seek professional help if needed

Regular Screening

• PSA Testing

  • Start at age 50 for average-risk men
  • Age 45 for high-risk individuals
  • Discuss frequency with healthcare provider

• Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)

  • Annual examination recommended
  • Combined with PSA for better detection

Risk Factors to Monitor

• Family history
• Age (risk increases after 50)
• African American ethnicity
• Obesity

When to Seek Medical Attention

• Difficulty urinating
• Blood in urine
• Unexplained pain in pelvic area
• Changes in urinary habits