Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of prostate cancer, study finds The Mediterranean diet is rich in fruits and vegetables. A study published in the journal Neurology found that people who follow a Mediterranean diet may have fewer symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers say the Mediterranean diet is effective in warding off serious diseases such as prostate cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. These include whole grains, olive oil, fruits, vegetables, beans and other legumes, nuts, herbs and spices.
‘ These results are surprising. The Mediterranean diet consists mainly of plant-based foods such as fruits and vegetables. Along with that, when you add whole grains, beans, nuts, seafood, chickpeas and unsaturated fats from olive oil, this diet is complete…’ – said Pooja Aggarwal, a researcher at Rush University in Chicago, US.
Another study by the University of South Australia in Australia points out that men who regularly eat fruits and vegetables are less likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Foods rich in certain micronutrients may help prevent prostate cancer and speed recovery in men undergoing radiation treatment for the disease.
Prostate cancer remains one of the most common and deadly cancers in men. But the nutritional deficiencies associated with it remain largely unknown, the researchers say.
The Mediterranean diet is a simple yet effective diet. This diet reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease. Studies have shown that this diet is also very good for heart health as it is low in saturated fat.
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Last Updated Mar 11, 2023, 8:15 PM IST