Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in the world and also the leading cause of cancer death in men. Prostate cancer can be a serious disease as 1 in 41 men die of this cancer. Prostate is a muscular gland that is located below bladder in front of the rectum.

Prostate infection and enlargement are common issues in men today. Prostate cancer can affect your quality of life and may prove to be a life-threatening disease. Some of the early warning signs of this cancer include burning or difficulty while urinating, frequent urination, blood in urine or semen, pain in the bones, erectile dysfunction. Prostate cancer in its early stages can be treated by changing your lifestyle and food habits while you have to undergo prostate cancer surgery if it is in its advanced stage.

How do you develop prostate cancer?

Though it is not known exactly about what causes the growth of prostate cancer, but there are a few things that can increase your risk of developing this cancer.

Mutations in your genetic material can lead to the growth of cancerous cells in your prostate gland. When cells in prostate start to grow uncontrollably and abnormally, it results in cancer. Testosterone is required for the normal growth of the prostate, but its high levels can accelerate the growth of prostate cancer.

How can you help prevent prostate cancer naturally?

If you are looking for ways to prevent prostate cancer, you need to make lifestyle modifications and change your diet.

Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids : A research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil lower the risk of prostate cancer. Omega-3 fatty acid lowers the levels of factors associated with cancer growth including markers for M1 and M2 macrophages, interleukin-6, interleukin-10, tumor necrosis factor alpha, and the chemokine CCL-2. Some of the omega-3 rich foods include salmon, mackerel, tuna, herring, and sardines.

: A research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil lower the risk of prostate cancer. Omega-3 fatty acid lowers the levels of factors associated with cancer growth including markers for M1 and M2 macrophages, interleukin-6, interleukin-10, tumor necrosis factor alpha, and the chemokine CCL-2. Some of the omega-3 rich foods include salmon, mackerel, tuna, herring, and sardines. Consume whole foods and high-fiber foods : A diet rich in fruits, cruciferous vegetables and whole grains provide good amount of fiber to your body, which is actually beneficial for your prostate health. Fibers contain a major ingredient called inositol hexaphosphate (IP6) which prevent tumors in prostate to produce new blood vessels, preventing nourishment to cancer cells.

: A diet rich in fruits, cruciferous vegetables and whole grains provide good amount of fiber to your body, which is actually beneficial for your prostate health. Fibers contain a major ingredient called inositol hexaphosphate (IP6) which prevent tumors in prostate to produce new blood vessels, preventing nourishment to cancer cells. Eat plant protein: Plant-based proteins found in nuts, flax seeds, and beans can suppress many cancers including prostate cancer. These foods contain quercetin and lignans which prevent cancer causing agents to grow abnormal cells in glands like prostate. Foods rich in animal protein such as meat, pork, beef and lamb are linked to the development of prostate cancer, so limit their consumption.

Plant-based proteins found in nuts, flax seeds, and beans can suppress many cancers including prostate cancer. These foods contain quercetin and lignans which prevent cancer causing agents to grow abnormal cells in glands like prostate. Foods rich in animal protein such as meat, pork, beef and lamb are linked to the development of prostate cancer, so limit their consumption. Consume green tea : Green tea contains potent antioxidants and other polyphenols such as kaempferol, quercetin and myricitrin which prevent the progression of cancer. Several studies have confirmed that green tea also benefits people with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostatitis.

: Green tea contains potent antioxidants and other polyphenols such as kaempferol, quercetin and myricitrin which prevent the progression of cancer. Several studies have confirmed that green tea also benefits people with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostatitis. Exercise regularly: Physical activity is important when it comes to cancer. It lowers your weight, reduce insulin level, control diabetes and heart diseases, and strengthen the immune system. Do 30-60 minutes of exercise daily to reduce your risk of cancer.

Top surgeons of Uro-Oncology Division of Al Zahra Hospital in Dubai suggest men to follow above mentioned health tips for better prostate health. Our Prostate Cancer program offers a broad range of diagnostic and treatment options for prostate cancer, prostate infection and other prostate-related diseases. Al Zahra Cancer Center in UAE offers Radiation Therapy, Prostatectomy, Immunotherapy, Ultrasound, CT Scan and minimally invasive surgery. For more information about prostate cancer treatment, contact us at +971551010169.