Can dietary intervention alter prostate cancer progression?

Abstract

Purpose

Research has shown that dietary factors can mediate the transformation of latent prostate cancer into clinically apparent cancers. This paper aims to review the evidence from studies on nutrition and prostate cancer.

Design/methodology/approach

A literature review of studies on nutrition and cancer was undertaken.

Findings

The data showed that deficiencies in trace elements and vitamins may lead to an increased risk of prostate cancer.

Originality/value

The paper shows that there appears to be a clear link with aspects of vitamin and mineral deficiencies and prostate cancer and the area merits more work.

Citation

Thomas, R., Blades, M. and Williams, M. (2007), "Can dietary intervention alter prostate cancer progression?", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 37 No. 1, pp. 24-36. https://doi.org/10.1108/00346650710726922