UNDERSTANDING PROSTATE CANCER

The link below provides a general overview on prostate cancer. It was written and compiled by the Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group and is also available as a pamphlet upon request.

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LOCAL SUPPORT RESOURCES

Bennett & Suzy Katz Cancer Resource Center

The Katz Cancer Resource Center is a non-profit community agency that provides access to information and services relating to all aspects of cancer care. All services are free and open to the public. Onsite oncology nurses are available to assist clients with educational needs. Prostate cancer information library available onsite. Location: 3151 Mission Drive, Santa Cruz, Weekdays, 8:30 a.m - 4:00 p.m. Contact: the Bennett & Suzy Katz Cancer Resource Center (831) 462-7770  Website Link

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DIET

Avoid red meat, dairy fat, and egg yolks as these foods are linked to prostate cancer. Use quality olive oil instead of vegetable oil. Olive oil has a favorable impact on the prostate gland. Avoid canola and flaxseed oil. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables. Eat stewed or cooked tomatoes for the lycopene benefits. Drink 2 to 4 cups of green tea a day. Antioxidants in green tea help prevent prostate cancer. There is consistent evidence that diets high in fruits and vegetables are associated with decreased risks of many cancers. There is evidence that vegetables, particularly cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale & Brussels sprouts may be associated with a reduced risk of prostate cancer. Men who ate three or more servings of cruciferous vegetables per week had a 41 percent decreased risk of prostate cancer compared with men who ate less than one serving per week.