Prostate Plus Health

BEST WAYS TO KEEP ACTIVE

We know that as you age, physical activity becomes less of something to look forward to, but it’s an important part of keeping your prostate healthy.

There are lots of great ways to keep active that don’t have to be physically demanding.

🚶‍♂️ TAKE THE STAIRS - Rather than taking the escalator or elevator, opt for the stairs! THey’re a great way to get your heart rate up and get your legs working.

🐶 WALK THE DOG - If you’re lucky enough to have a canine friend, make it a priority to get out for at least two 20-30 minute walks per day!

🚲 GO FOR A BIKE RIDE - When the weather is nice and the sun’s out, throw on your helmet and go for a bike around your neighbourhood.

🛍️ DON’T TAKE THE CAR FOR GROCERIES - If your supermarket is nearby, scrap the car, pack your bags, and walk! Not only will you get additional steps in, but carrying the grocery bags home is a great upper body workout.

🏋🏻 LIFT WEIGHTS - Strength workouts don’t always have to be super intense. Invest in a pair of light dumbbells and get lifting. Incorporate both upper and body movements to ensure balance.

GARDEN - Warm weather often means your lawn and gardens need tending to. Cut the grass, do some weeding, or rake the leaves.

When it comes to preventing illness, foods are the way to go. Eat these 5 nutrients daily to keep your prostate healthy!

🍅 Lycopene - Cooked tomatoes have been on the foods for prostate health list for a long time due to their content of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from damage. Watermelon and grapefruit are also good sources of lycopene.

🥗 Glucoraphanin - Found in broccoli, glucoraphanin is a phytochemical that has been suggested to convert to substances that target and prevent the growth of cancer cells. Along with broccoli, cruciferous vegetables like kale, brussel sprouts, and cauliflower also contain antioxidants and phytochemicals.

🌾 Phytoestrogens - For men, specifically, phytoestrogens can be beneficial for reducing the risk of prostate cancer. They’re molecules that mimic the function of estrogen in the body and are found in things like non-GMO soy, flaxseeds, sesame seeds, oats, and lentils.

🍓 Antioxidants - Antioxidants play a key role in protecting the body against free-radical damage and keeping cells healthy and intact. Along with vitamin C, antioxidants are found in concentrated amounts in berries, dark chocolate, kale, goji berries, and spinach.

🐟 Essential fatty acids - Omega-3s are an essential fat that can’t be synthesized by the body and must come from food. They’re great for prostate health due to their anti-inflammatory properties. Aim to eat wild-caught fatty fish like salmon, sardines, herring, and sardines multiple times per week.