The Power of a Plant-Rich Diet & Prostate Cancer

An article recently published in the Melton Times & National World highlighted new research that eating plants slows prostate cancer progression, a new study confirms and details how to get more in your diet. Written by Prof Robert Thomas (NHS Consultant Oncologist at Addenbrooke's and Bedford Hospitals) he highlights the new USA study involving 2,062 men, led by the University of California. It found that men with the highest intake of plant-based foods had a 47% lower risk of prostate cancer progression compared to those with the lowest intake. This includes progression events such as recurrence, secondary treatments, bone metastases, or prostate cancer-specific mortality. 

The study provides compelling evidence that eating a plant-based diet could be a valuable strategy in managing prostate cancer.

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Prof Robert Thomas, an acknowledged expert in diet & health in relation to cancer sufferers and in particular prostate cancer is a regular visitor to Melton prostate cancer support group giving presentations on the importance of lifestyle and diet and how men can boost their plant phytochemical intake.

The Melton Prostaid support group meets on the first Wednesday of every month at the Melton Baptist Church from 7 to 9pm. Now in its' 8th year, each month welcomes a different speaker, usually to talk about all matters relating to prostate cancer, ie. Treatments, procedures etc., and including advice on diet, fitness and health which is essential for patients recovering from prostate cancer. For more details regarding the support group and others in the Leicestershire area visit the Prostaid website.

The trial in the USA has shown remarkable results and highlights that it's never too late to make improvements in lifestyle & diet. Getting the right phytochemical intake can be tricky which is why a supplement blend was developed by a UK scientific committee for the latest UK clinical trials on prostate cancer. It contains concentrated whole foods known to have prostate protective properties. A Melton based business www.somebodytoldme.co.uk who are passionate about making mindful choices towards a healthier life, are now a UK distributor of the supplement which is called 'Your Phyto'. Developed with balanced synergistic ingredients including broccoli, pomegranate, green tea, turmeric, ginger & cranberry the distinct food sources contain specific phytochemicals known to work harmoniously to amplify their health-promoting effects. Some of the Melton support group members are themselves advocates of the supplement - having been specifically designed for UK prostate cancer medical trials Your-Phyto has a level of quality assurance unprecedented in the supplement world.

Phytochemical rich supplements - In the busy world we live in, it’s often difficult to prepare fresh healthy meals on a daily basis. A well-made supplement, can be a convenient way to increase phytochemical intake and spread intake across the day. 

Prof Thomas and his team are currently conducting a trial on men with prostate cancer and the results of this major UK clinical trial are due to be published soon. Once the results are published, Melton Prostate cancer support group leader Bob White is sure the Professor will be visiting to share the eagerly awaited findings. 

For further advice, the book "How to Live" provides more in-depth explanations of how and why lifestyle and diet interacts with prostate cancer and other chronic diseases. 

References: 

National World Article : Eating plants slows prostate cancer progression, new USA study confirms - how to get more in your diet. Author Prof. Thomas

Pubmed | JAMA Liu VN et al. Plant-Based Diets and Disease Progression in Men With Prostate Cancer. JAMA Netw Open. 2024 May 1;7(5):e249053. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.9053. PMID: 38691361; PMCID: PMC11063803.