The following research is given as validation that you can defeat prostate cancer with nutrition and natural compounds. Do not let anyone tell you that nutrition is not powerful medicine and after your PSA levels plummet, that we are only masking the cancer.

Study: Strict diet and exercise stop prostate cancer-   93 men took part in year long study in which half  were randomly assigned to the Ornish diet and lifestyle regimen; the others weren't asked to vary their usual routines. The researchers sent participants' blood samples to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York to measure PSA, or prostate specific antigen, a marker used to track prostate cancer growth. After one full year ALL the men in the diet and life style group were better while ALL the men that were watching and waiting got worse.

Adverse drug events (ADEs) are estimated to injure or kill more than 770,000 patients in hospitals annually...
 

*Sources Data as of 1995 from American Association of Poison Control Centers, National Center for Health Statistics, Journal of the American Medical Association, Centers for Disease Control, March of Dimes, Consumer Product Safety Commission, FDA Reports.
**Before Ephedra scare, Recent problems attributed to synthetic Ephedra and are not proven.

Deferred treatment safe for low grade prostate cancer-.  It is not clear whether men diagnosed with low-grade, localized prostate cancer need immediate, aggressive treatment such as radical prostatectomy (removal of the prostate gland) or radiation therapy. A group of American and Australian researchers now report that deferring treatment until clear progression of the cancer is evident may be a safe, acceptable alternative Journal of Urology, Vol. 171, April 2004,

Watchful waiting may be best option for prostate cancer This approach, "watchful waiting" or "expectant management", is used extensively and successfully in Europe. Recent studies have shown that there is no clear evidence that prostate surgery improves the overall survival of patients especially older ones. As one doctor put it "most patients die with prostate cancer rather than of it."
Bilgrami, Syed and Greenberg, Bernard R. Why so many operations for localised prostate cancer? The Lancet, Vol. 344, September 10, 1994, pp.

40% OF PROSTATECTOMIES FAIL-close to 40% of men who undergo a radical prostatectomy will have a PSA relapse within two years. This means that they had disease that was outside of the prostate that was not obvious to the surgeon or the pathologist. It means that if the man lives long enough, metastatic disease will kill him. The problem I have is that people are not open and honest about all the controversies, and this extends to people being not open and honest about the treatments, once prostate cancer is diagnosed. Men tend to get railroaded toward radical prostatectomy or to external-beam radiation, or to seed implants. Interview with Otis Brawley, MD

PLANT FLAVINOIDS- found to inhibit PC cell growth, induce apoptosis and inhibit fatty acid syntheses. Research by Dept. of Developmental Biology, Leuven Belgium

LINOLIC ACID can reduce prostate cancer, this is a fatty acid which is found in vegetables. Reported by Reuters news 8-19-2004. The effect of lycopene alone or in association with other antioxidants was studied on the growth of two different human prostate carcinoma cell lines (the androgen insensitive DU-145 and PC-3). It was found that lycopene alone was not a potent inhibitor of prostate carcinoma cell proliferation. However, the simultaneous addition of lycopene together with alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E), at physiological concentrations (less than 1 microM and 50 microM, respectively), resulted in a strong inhibitory effect of prostate carcinoma cell proliferation, which reached values close to 90 %. The effect of lycopene with alpha-tocopherol was synergistic and was not shared by beta-tocopherol, ascorbic acid and probucol.

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SELENIUM cuts cancer risk by 63% according to a 10 year study. Reported by CNN 6-17-1999 After 13 years of follow-up the researchers concluded that study participants with a plasma selenium level of 0.12-0.19 ppm had a 50% lower incidence of advanced prostate cancer than did men with a level of 0.06-0.09 ppm. The correlation was only apparent in men with a PSA level of more than 4 ng/mL and was particularly strong for those with a baseline (1982) PSA level greater than 10 ng/mL. For these men a high selenium level corresponded to a 70% decrease in the risk of advanced prostate cancer. They conclude that selenium is perhaps not too effective in preventing the initiation of prostate cancer, but that it is highly effective in slowing down tumor progression. They believe that selenium acts by selectively killing off cells whose DNA has been extensively damaged, by inhibiting cellular proliferation, and by its role as a key component of glutathione peroxidase, which protects cells from peroxide damage.

PLANT STEROLINS inhibit PC cell growth by 70%. Reported by European Journal of Cancer Prevention 12-2001

LYCOPENE AND VITAMIN E reduce PC tumor growth by 73%. Reported by BBC News 9-30-2004 *see DHT below

GREEN AND BLACK TEA the polyphenolic compounds  inhibit PC cell growth. Research by University of California The researchers found that when the compound, a black tea polyphenol known as theaflavin-3'-monogallate (TF-2The TF-2 compound apparently caused the cancer cells to commit suicide,". Black teas are excellent potential source of quercetin, kaempferol and myricetin in the human diet. The method was objective and reproducible for quantitative identification of above-mentioned flavonols in black tea infusions. .

EXERCISE AND LOW FAT DIET can kill PC cells via increased apoptosis by 40%. Research by UCLA

FLAX SEED blocks PC cell growth, lignans and Omega 3 fatty acid responsible. Reported by BBC News 11-16-2002

GARLIC AND ONIONS repel prostate cancer. Reported by BBC news 11-07-2002

ASPRIN helps men with PC to live longer, it inhibits Cox 2 enzyme. Studies by Mayo Clinic published 10-04-2004

ZYFLAMEND, an herbal compound, inhibited PC cell growth by 78% Reported in USA Today Weekend 5-28-2004

Whey protein boost glutathione levels in prostate by 64%. Reported in USA Today Weekend    5-28-2004 NOTE: it is only when prostate cells become deficient in glutathione that they become cancerous. Use whey which has been ultra filtered to remove hormone residue.

PHYTOSTEROLS IN VEGETABLES fight PC cell growth. Research by University of Buffalo

SULFORAPHANE found in cruciferous vegetables proven PC fighters. Research by Johns Hopkins, broccoli sprouts found to be especially effective at reducing both the occurrence and the multiplicity and rate of development of PC.

VITAMIN D has been shown to inhibit PC cell growth. University of Colorado research. Vitamin D inhibits prostate cancer- University of Toronto reported the first human trials of a deltanoid (vitamin D compound) that appear to both help fight prostate cancer and to fight that cancer without causing any side effects. The researchers gave all the patients 2,000 units of cholecalciferol (the plain, cheap, simple, natural, available at any health food store, form of vitamin D) every day for up to 21 months. In the majority of men, their PSA either went down or stopped going up, suggesting their prostate cancer either started to regress or remained quiescent!

PRAYER, MEDITATION AND FAITH are all proven methods of relieving stress and empowering our immune system. Research being reported almost daily.

AGED GARLIC EXTRACT kills prostate cancer cells. Research from Cornell University

RED CLOVER combats prostate cancer. The phytoestrogens are believed responsible. Research, University of Sydney

INDOLES- found in cruciferous vegetables, when fed to animals was shown to decrease prostate cancer levels by 90% Research by Johns Hopkins University

MILK-(dairy) consumption tied to prostate cancer. Probably promotes insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) 1-1998 Journal Science

RISHI MUSHROOM- found to suppress pc cell adhesion and cell migration. Research by Cancer Research Labs

GINGER- anti tumor properties. research by Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota

DIM (DI-INDOLYL METHANE) inhibited proliferation of prostate cancer cells in culture by 70% Research by UC Berkley 2003

QUERCETIN-  Natural Substance in Fruits and Vegetables may be Potential Treatment for Prostate Cancer: Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Quercetin found to have strong anti tumor activity. Institute for Male Urology research

VANADIUM- a mineral shown to inhibit and kill tumor cells. Dept of Pharmaceutical Tech. Jadavpur University, Calcutta

SCUTELLARIA BARBATA- (Chinese herb) found to slow progression of prostate cancer. Research by Union College in Nebraska

SOY- diet high in soy shown to cause regression in prostate cancer. Harvard Medical School research

SOY MILK- men who drank one glass of soy milk per day were 70% less likely to develop prostate cancer. Study conducted in Loma Linda California between 1976 and 1992.

PC SPES- an herbal formulation shown to reduce PSA by 80% as well as shrink tumors in group of 70 men. Research by UCSF

PC HOPE-herbal formula proven to reduce PSA and inhibit tumor in men who are refractory and have metastatic cancer. Research by Urology Clinic, Trostberg Germany and Aeskulap Cancer Center, Brunnen Switzerland

PC HOPE -Herbal supplement shown to extend survival of people with pancreatic cancer. Research by Dr. R.E. Schwartz

Citrus limonoids- induce apoptosis in human neuroblastoma cells and have radical scavenging activity. Flavanoid found in citrus fruit. Texas A&M university

VITAMIN C: In conclusion, these results suggest that vitamin C inhibits PROSTATE tumor growth by virtue of producing reactive oxygen species. These results suggest that ascorbate is a potent anticancer agent for prostate cancer cells. Cancer Biochem Biophys 1998 Jun;16(1-2):17-30 Vitamin C associated with reduced mortality risk: New research by a team at the University of Cambridge suggests a clear link between daily vitamin C intake and risk of death.

Bitter almonds,apricot seed- source of laetrile (vit B17) shown to have anti cancer activity

Curcumin, the pungent yellow spice found in both turmeric and curry powders, blocks a key biological pathway needed for development of melanoma and other cancers, say researchers from The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Centre. The study shows how curcumin stops laboratory strains of melanoma from proliferating and pushes the cancer cells to commit suicide.The study is the latest to suggest that curcumin has potent anticancer powers, say the researchers.

High cholesterol levels accelerate the growth of prostate tumours, research has found. Reported by BBC News Grape Seed Extract And Chromium Show Promising Results For Improving Cardiovascular Health: Results from a pilot study conducted at Georgetown University Medical Center show that grape seed extract and chromium--when taken together--may lower cholesterol levels Statin and niacin treatment reduces risk of heart attack by 70 percent, can reverse arterial buildup: U of Washington school of medicine

PLASTIC LINKED TO PC- Component of plastic stimulates growth of certain prostate cancer cells. An estrogen-like chemical commonly used to synthesize plastic food containers has been shown to encourage the growth of a specific category of prostate cancer cell, potentially affecting the treatment efficacy for a subset of prostate cancers. According to a study published in the January 1 issue of Cancer Research, such prostate cancer cells proved to be vulnerable to exposure to the chemical BPA (bisophenol A), an industrial chemical and nonsteroidal environmental estrogen used in the manufacture of food cans, milk container linings, food storage containers and water supply pipes. About 2.5 billion pounds of the chemical are produced each year.

Soy bread cuts prostate cancer marker -4 slices per day reduced psa after 30 days

Aspirin- Regular use of aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) seems to reduce the risk of developing various cancers, including prostate cancer. Now it appears that such drugs may help men with prostate cancer live longer, according to a Fox Chase Cancer Center study. Soy isoflavones are powerful antioxidants demonstrated to inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (5AR), an enzyme implicated in prostate disease development. In one study, men who consumed soy milk more than once per day decreased their prostate cancer risk by 70% compared to those men who did not consume soy milk. Lab studies have also found soy isoflavones to inhibit the growth of prosate cancer cells.
 

Soy isoflavones are powerful antioxidants demonstrated to inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (5AR), an enzyme implicated in prostate disease development. In one study, men who consumed soy milk more than once per day decreased their prostate cancer risk by 70% compared to those men who did not consume soy milk. Lab studies have also found soy isoflavones to inhibit the growth of prosate cancer cells. Research suggests that soy isoflavones may inhibit prostate disease development by stimulating your body's binding protein that keep testosterone hormone bound. Bound testosterone exerts less hormonal effect on the prostate gland. It is theorized that bound testosterone reduces the amount of free testosterone being converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the more active and dangerous form of testosterone. J Endocrinol. 1995 147(2):295-302, Cancer Causes Control. 1998 9(6):553-7, Bitishr Journal Urol. 1998 82(4): 560-3, Nutr Cancer. 1999;35(2):130-6

VITAMIN E- In a 1998 study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, male Finnish smokers were given either 50 IU of vitamin E or placebo (sugar pill) per day. The men who took the vitamin E supplement reduced their incidence of prostate cancer by 32%, and reduced their risk of death from prostate cancer by 41%. In another study, researchers discovered that one form of vitamin E, gamma-tocopherol, to have value as an anti-cancer agent. Gamma-tocopherol occurs naturally in plant seeds such as walnuts, pecans and sesame seeds. In yet another study, gamma-tocopherol inhibited the production of lab-cultured human prostate cancer cells. And although the presence of gamma-tocopherol caused cell death by interrupting the synthesis of sphingolipids (certain fatty molecules, which are important components of cell membranes), it left healthy human prostate cells unaffected. As researchers increased the amount of gamma-tocopherol, cancer cells slowed in growth and healthy cells grew normally [Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences December 21, 2004;101(51): pp.17825-17830]

Red Raspberries stop prostate cancer growth. Ellagic acid in raspberries thought responsible. Dr. Daniel Nixon of the Hollings Cancer Institute (Medical University of south Carolina

BLACK RASPBERRIES SHOW MULTIPLE DEFENSES IN THWARTING CANCER. researchers also found similar anti-carcinogenic effects with strawberries, said the study results suggest that a daily diet of about 1.4 to 2 cups of fresh berries may be ideal for staving off certain types of The research appears in the journal Cancer Research.

Oregano Oil May Protect Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Georgetown Researchers Finds: Just as effective as antibiotics

COD LIVER OIL- Stops progression of prostate cancer. The researchers speculate that fish oils may prevent the progression of prostate cancer by inhibiting the biosynthesis of eicosanoids from arachidonic acid.
Norrish, A.E., et al. Prostate cancer risk and consumption of fish oils: a dietary biomarker-based case-control study. British Journal of Cancer

GREEN TEA- inhibits prostate cancer Carlin BI, Pretlow TG, Pretlow TP et al. Green tea polyphenols inhibit growth of prostate cancer xenograft cwr-22 and decrease ornithine decarboxylase activity: implications for prostate cancer chemoprevention. J Urol 155(5):510A, 1996)

Green Tea Extracts, ECG and EGCG inhibits 5-alpha reductase and reduces DHT (5AR) (Liao S, Hipakka, RA. Selective inhibition of steroid 5a -reductase [5AR] by tea epicatechin-3-gallate and epigallocatechin-3-gallate. Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications; 214(3

Pygeum extract also has been shown to specifically inhibit prostate-cell proliferation by inhibiting protein kinase C enzyme activity (Yablonsky et al., J. Urol., 1993).

Milk Thistle extract fights prostate cancer-

Boric acid acts to inhibit serine proteases—it decreases PSA by 87% and reduces tumor size in a prostate cancer mouse model In a study published in the 2002 Proceedings of the American Association of Cancer Research, Gallardo-Williams et al indicated that mice receiving 1.7 or 9.0 mg/kg/day of boric acid solution orally had decreases in tumor size by 38% and 25%, respectively.3 The same groups had drops in PSA (prostate-specific antigen) of 88.6% and 86.4%, respectively. The control group receiving only water had no drop in PSA or decrease in tumor size

Progesterone- Dr. John Lee, M.D., has found that progesterone cream is an effective treatment for prostate cancer. He has had a series of patients who had metastatic prostate cancer and went into complete remission with natural progesterone. A typical dose is 5-6mg of cream on the back of the hands twice per day

Melatonin has been shown to inhibit several types of cancers, especially hormone-related cancers like breast cancer and prostate cancer. [Bartsch and Bartsch]

Zinc- Zinc has been found to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cell lines in lab studies. Men who take zinc were found in one study to have a 45% reduction in prostate cancer risk. Zinc inhibits the activity of prostatic 5-alpha-reductase and may inhibit prostatic uptake of cadmium (a potential cancer-causing agent). Source: Altern Med Rev. 2001;6(2):167-87 & Int Urol Nephrol 1997;29:565-574

Grape Seed Extract- A 2002 study found that grape seed extract killed human prostate cancer cells implanted into lab animals. A second study in 2004 further supported this finding. Grape seed extract inhibited the prostate cancer's growth and blood supply causing significant reductions in tumor volume and weight. Int J Cancer. 2004;108(5):733-40  Carcinogenesis. 2002;23(11):1869-76

Citrus Bioflavonoids- A 2000 study, in collaboration with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), found that citrus bioflavonoids appear to have some effect against prostate cancer. Of the 22 flavonoids studied, tangeretin and nobiletin were found to be the most effective inhibitor of human prostate cancer cells.

Cranberry flavonoids- shown to inhibit the development of human prostate cancer cells. J Agric Food Chem. 2002.50(21):5837-43

Inositol (IP-6), also known as phytate or phytic acid. Inositol is in particularly high concentrations in legumes. Lab studies using human white blood cells have shown inositol to enhance immune response. Similar studies have demonstrated anti-tumor effects of inositol in prostate cancer models. Anticancer Res 1999;19:3711-3716  Shamsuddin AM. IP6: Nature's Revolutionary Cancer Fighter. New York: Kensington; 1998

Beta-Sitosterol- A study using the prostate cancer cell line LNCaP (an androgen-dependent tumor) showed that beta-sitosterol decreased cancer cell growth by 24% and induced apoptosis (programmed cell death) fourfold. These findings were correlated with a 50% increase in ceramide production.8 Research suggests that ceramide, an important component of the cell membrane, induces apopotosis. Reported in British Journal of Urology

Plant Sterols- inhibited the invasion of PC-3 cells into Matrigel-coated membranes by 78% (a measure of cancer invasiveness), while cholesterol increased it by 43% compared to the cells in the control media.10 Phytosterol supplementation reduced the binding of PC-3 cells to laminin by 15-38% and to fibronectin by 23%, while cholesterol increased binding to type IV collagen (a measure of adhesiveness and ability to form tumor clumps) by 36%. European Journal 

Resveratrol Good news for men concerned about prostate cancer: resveratrol is a supplement that blocks it at every stage, from beginning to end. A polyphenol found in grapes and other plants, resveratrol was first identified as a multistage protector in 1997, and now is considered a leading agent against prostate cancer by researchers at Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center and other institutions. Resveratrol works through more than a dozen different anticancer mechanisms and selectively targets cancer cells. This single supplement modulates hormones, has several mechanisms that stop cancer cells from multiplying, and even has the ability to destroy cancer cells.

CoQ10- 380 mg per day proven to reduce tumor size (some total) in breast and prostate cancer. Researchuniv of Colorado & Dr. Knud Lockwood

CoQ10 shown to decrease prostate tumor growth in PC3 cell line by 70%. Research by American Association for Cancer Research

Scutellaria Barbata- researchers found that the Chinese herb "Scutellar Barbata," was found to slow the progression of prostate tumors. The herb is relate to mint Labiate family. The work was done at Union College in Nebraska.The herb has long been part of Chinese medicine, used by doctors to treat everything from hepatitis to appendicitis to snake bites and lung and rectal cancer. They experimented with mice, feeding them "SB," as it is known and discovered that 50 to 70 percent of those given moderate to high doses were cancer free at the end.