Prostate Cancer Will Affect 1 in 6 U.S. Men

Prostate cancer will affect one in six men in the United States. Dr. Geo Espinosa, Director of NYU’s Integrative Urological Center, hopes that Prostate Cancer Awarenss Month (September) will help inspire men to adopt lifestyle habits that promote prostate health.

The American Cancer Society estimates that nearly 200,000 cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed in 2009. This will make prostate cancer the second most common cancer in American men.

Dr. Geo Espinosa, N.D. L.Ac., is one of only three naturopathic specialists in the United States whose research and practice focus exclusively on urology and prostate health. The Integrative Urological Center at NYU Langone Medical Center offers innovative treatments for prostate cancer and urological conditions that include clinical nutrition, stress reduction, mind-body connections and lifestyle management.

Dr. Espinosa recommends the following tips to maintain a healthy prostate:

* Evaluate your risk factors. Men with immediate family members who have had prostate or breast cancer are more likely to get prostate cancer. African American men are also at higher risk of developing prostate cancer.

* Get tested. If you have a high risk of developing prostate cancer, consider an annual PSA screening starting at age 35. If you do not have elevated risk factors, consider starting annual testing at age 45.

* Maintain a healthy diet. Eat meals rich in cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, watercress and cauliflower, fish – particularly omega-3 rich salmon, antioxidant-rich berries and whole grains.

* Don’t forget the water. Good hydration is essential to a healthy prostate.

* Consider nutritional supplements. Vitamin D, modified citrus pectin or the spice turmeric can help promote prostate health.

For more information about prostate cancer treatment, Dr. Espinosa recommends “Integrative Approaches to Prostate Cancer Treatment,” a free health report that provides information about prostate cancer testing, conventional and complementary treatments. The brochure is available for download by visiting www.dreliaz.org.

Written by Jessica Lee
Landis Communications