Prostate cancer is a growing concern among men and something that everyone should be conscious of. However, it’s not all doom and gloom as there is a lot that you can do to significantly lower your risk of getting it. In this article, we’re going to focus specifically on prostate cancer, something that can be absolutely devastating for men.
1. Eat plenty of vegetables and red fruit
Get more tomatoes and watermelon in you. These types of red fruits contain powerful antioxidants called lycopene which are proven to effectively slow the progression of prostate cancer cells. Don’t like tomatoes? Your body needs what it needs and if you want to live a happy and healthy life, then it’s important to give it what it wants. [Source]
2. Add more citrus to your diet
Whilst eating more fresh fruit is an important aspect of a healthy balanced diet, it can also reduce your risk of prostate cancer as well. And the good news is that if you’re a little fussy when it comes to food you’ve got plenty to choose from:
- Oranges
- Grapefruit
- Lemons
- Limes
- Tangerines
- Mandarin oranges
- Kumquats
- Yuzu
3. Stop smoking
We understand how difficult it is to kick a habit like smoking, particularly if you enjoy it and have been doing it for years. However, if you would like to significantly reduce your chance of getting prostate cancer – alongside a number of other negative afflictions – then we would highly recommend trying to give up. Not only will you save yourself a lot of money, but you’ll be adding years to your life in the process. You can find a number of resources for more information and support on kicking the habit online.
4. Make time to exercise regularly
Another way to reduce your chance of getting prostate cancer in your lifetime is by exercising regularly. There is an untold number of benefits to remaining in shape and getting plenty of cardiovascular exercise in. Take advantage of the time that you have and make every second count! Just 30-minutes exercise a day is enough to keep the proverbial wolf from the door.
5. Get checked!
Consult with your doctor and have your prostate examined regularly – especially if you are over 40. Let go of any shame or anxiety and focus on the positives: best case scenario you’re all clear; worst case scenario you’ve caught the cancer as early as possible and have a good chance of successful treatment and survival. You got this. Think about yourself, your family and your friends.
6. Masturbate more often
Here’s one that you’ll love: masturbate more often. There is growing evidence to suggest that men who ejaculate frequently have a far lower risk of developing prostate cancer than those who don’t. So, head online, get your hands on some men’s masturbators and help yourself – doctor’s orders. [Source]
