Prostate Cancer Risk Reductions

Here are some strategies that may help reduce your risk of prostate cancer:

1. Eat a healthy diet: Eating a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and low in red and processed meats may help reduce your risk of prostate cancer.
2. Maintain a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese may increase your risk of prostate cancer. Aim to maintain a healthy weight through a balanced diet and regular physical activity.
3. Exercise regularly: Regular physical activity, such as brisk walking or jogging, may help reduce your risk of prostate cancer.
4. Don’t smoke: Smoking has been linked to an increased risk of several types of cancer, including prostate cancer.
5. Limit alcohol consumption: Drinking alcohol in excess may increase your risk of prostate cancer. Aim to limit your alcohol intake to no more than one drink per day.
6. Get screened regularly: Men aged 50 and older, or men at high risk for prostate cancer, should discuss with their healthcare provider whether screening for prostate cancer is appropriate. The most common screening test is a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test.

It’s important to note that some risk factors for prostate cancer, such as age, family history, and race, cannot be changed. However, making healthy lifestyle choices may help reduce your risk of developing the disease. If you have concerns about your risk of prostate cancer or need help developing a risk reduction plan, talk to your healthcare provider. They can help determine which strategies may be most appropriate for you based on your individual risk factors.