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What to eat when you have prostate cancer
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Focus on heart-healthy, plant-based eating
Limit saturated and processed fats
Choose healthier fats instead
Fill your plate with fruits, vegetables and whole grains
Avoid red and processed meats
Eat eggs in moderation
Consider soy foods
Limit added sugar and refined carbohydrates
Adopt a Mediterranean diet
What about other diets, such as ketogenic or paleo diets?
Special nutrition considerations depending on treatment type
Hormone therapy
Radiation therapy
Surgery
Supporting treatment through nutrition
Focus on heart-healthy, plant-based eating
Limit saturated and processed fats
Choose healthier fats instead
Fill your plate with fruits, vegetables and whole grains
Avoid red and processed meats
Eat eggs in moderation
Consider soy foods
Limit added sugar and refined carbohydrates
Adopt a Mediterranean diet
What about other diets, such as ketogenic or paleo diets?
Special nutrition considerations depending on treatment type
Hormone therapy
Radiation therapy
Surgery
Supporting treatment through nutrition
Adopt a Mediterranean diet
Many experts recommend following a Mediterranean diet. A Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of prostate cancer. It also naturally supports heart health and reduces inflammation, which are especially important during and after prostate cancer treatment.
A Mediterranean diet is high in:
- Vegetables and fruits.
- Whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds.
- Olive oil as the primary fat.
- Seasoning with herbs and spices.
People who follow a Mediterranean diet eat moderate amounts of fish, poultry and eggs. And they avoid red meat, processed foods and added sugar.
