A pilot study to investigate if New Zealand men with prostate cancer benefit from a Mediterranean-style diet.

ABSTRACT: Carcinoma of the prostate is the most commonly diagnosed malignancy and the third leading cause of mortality in New Zealand men, making it a significant health issue in this country. Global distribution patterns suggest that diet and lifestyle factors may be linked to the development and progression of this cancer. Twenty men with diagnosed prostate cancer adhered to a Mediterranean diet, with specific adaptations, for three months. Prostate-specific antigen, C-reactive protein and DNA damage were evaluated at baseline and after three months of following the diet. Dietary data were collated from diet diaries and an adaptation of a validated Mediterranean diet questionnaire. A significant reduction in DNA damage compared to baseline was apparent, with particular benefit noted for overall ad

SUBMITTER: Erdrich S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4493678 | biostudies-literature | 2015

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature