Beginning my Prostate Cancer Journey

Getreel

I follow Michael Gregers book, How Not to Die on diet and exercise. I recommend any person with a cancer to read this or listen to this book. The prostate sections is very specific about how certain foods could slow down prostate cancer growth. I am 61 years old, I had a Prostectomy in 6/21, 5 + 4=9 Gleason. Completed hormone therapy and androgen reduction using apalutamide and testosterone reduction using Aliugaurd both for 12 months. 8/22 psa .025 10/23 .0650. Dr wants to wait 6 months for next psa test. I may go get a sooner test in 3 months.

I am still overweight with a estimated BMI of 30. But feel healthy and strong. My main goal has been to reduce inflammation. Work out 3 to 5 times a week and reduce BMI to 28. Eat mostly Vegan options with a protein intake of 75 to 100 grams a day. Lots of broccoli, spinach, mixed greens, soy bean, legumes and Seeds No dairy in my diet.

I appreciated everyone's stories and struggles. Thank you for being strong and sharing.

Know thy enemy and know yourself.

bdhilton

Getreel....You're on the right track!

Yes, healthy lifestyles cuts prostate mortality among high-risk men.......Lots of great information out there on diet and exercise too.

I transitioned from 100% vegan 2008-2016 to mostly mediterranean diet/red wine, which for me, is very manageable with my quarterly cheeseburger...

All the best in your journey!

BD