foods that help prostate problems
Watermelon. This staple of summertime eating is fat-free, sodium-free, and high in vitamins A and C. Watermelon is also an excellent source of lycopene, the antioxidant that gives whole foods like tomatoes and watermelons their color. Research suggests that lycopene may help lower prostate cancer risk.
1 Avoid high-calcium diets, which have been shown to stimulate prostate cancer growth. 2  Take a multivitamin with B complex and folic acid daily. 3  Avoid high-dose zinc supplements. 4  Increase your natural vitamin C consumption -- this includes citrus, berries, spinach, cantaloupe, sweet peppers, and mango.
The two diets known to be associated with longevity and reduced risks for prostate cancer are the traditional Japanese diet and a Southern Mediterranean diet. The Japanese diet is high in green tea, soy, vegetables, and fish, as well as low in calories and fat.