This theory fits with patterns of prostate cancer occurrence in various populations around the world, Giovannucci, Platz and Kantoff say. Countries that drink the most milk have the highest prostate cancer mortality rates. In addition, the relationship of calcium with CaP was stronger for metastatic and fatal disease. From what he says, in addition to reducing intake of dairy foods it makes sense to increase the amount of fruit you eat. This needs more study, Giovannucci says.
Prostate cancer is just one serious health risk.
Even men who are at special risk of prostate cancer or have already developed it are likely to be at some risk for other serious conditions. Men need to assess the full range of risks and benefits from higher or lower calcium consumption with the help of their doctors.