What exercises can be done to prevent prostate cancer

What kind of exercise can you do to prevent prostate cancer? Studies have found that if men over 65 years old do more than three hours of vigorous exercise a week, such as running, cycling, and swimming, their risk of being diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer or dying from the disease can be reduced by nearly 70%, but the same effect is not seen for younger men.

Can prostate cancer be prevented?

Prostate cancer is a disease with multiple causes, and the specific causes are still unclear. As to whether prostate cancer can be prevented, although researchers have done some research in related fields, there is currently no clear answer.

However, a series of studies have found that insufficient intake of trace elements such as selenium, vitamin E, and isoflavones is a risk factor for prostate cancer, and a high-animal fat diet is closely related to the occurrence of prostate cancer. Therefore, appropriate supplementation of trace elements such as selenium, vitamin E, and isoflavone preparations, as well as reasonable adjustment of dietary structure, play a potential role in preventing prostate cancer.

In addition, the lycopene in tomatoes has a strong antioxidant effect and plays a certain role in preventing the occurrence of prostate cancer. Lycopene is fat-soluble, so it is ideal to eat cooked tomatoes. It is recommended to eat 1 to 2 tomatoes a day.

Green tea contains more than 300 chemical components and has good health benefits. Studies have found that in Asia, the consumption of green tea is relatively high, while the incidence of prostate cancer is low. It is speculated that green tea may have the effect of preventing prostate cancer. Therefore, it is recommended that middle-aged and elderly men develop the habit of drinking green tea every day.

Of course, it is very important for middle-aged and elderly men to maintain good living habits, including quitting smoking, eating a reasonable diet, exercising in moderation, and having a happy mood, etc. Good living habits play a certain role in preventing the occurrence of tumors.

It is recommended that middle-aged and elderly men over 50 years old undergo regular check-ups, including a PSA test (prostate-specific antigen), an ultrasound, and even a rectal examination once a year. People with a family history should undergo an annual routine physical examination over the age of 45.