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Prostate cancer is the cancer of the small walnut sized gland situated under the urinary bladder of men. This gland adds most of the bulk to the seminal fluids which nourishes and transports the sperms. In many prostate cancers grows at a gradual pace and is confined to prostate gland, but for others it can spread quickly and aggressively and can also spread to other parts of the body which can be fatal. As prostate cancer doesn't produce any signs and symptoms at an early stage it often remains undetected until it has reached an advanced stage. Early symptoms may include urinary problems as the enlarged tumor can cause pressure on the bladder. But it can also be a symptom for enlarged non-cancerous prostate gland. Other symptoms like frequent urination, difficulty to start, dribbling and blood in urine will depend on the stage of prostate cancer. Various prostate cancer treatment options are available like chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery. Watchful waiting shall help if the cancer is in the initial stage and is growing slowly, but symptoms and changes should be monitored constantly to avoid unknown progression of the disease. Prostate cancer can not be prevented, but some prostate cancer natural cures can be followed which might help.

• Nutrition to prevent prostate cancer - Certain nutritional guidelines and prostate cancer home remedies mentioned here can help prevent prostate cancer.
• Keep your calories under control, avoid overeating and learn to watch your portion size. If you are obese then try to lose some body weight as obesity may affect the levels of hormones in the body related to risk for developing prostate cancer.
• Try to avoid high fat foods, especially fats coming from saturated fats (present in red meat, butter, beef and pork) and trans fats (present in bakery foods like cookies, cakes and pastries).
• Limit the intake of sweets, salt, and alcohol considerably.
• Make healthy choices like choose fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain, cereals and its products and beans.
• Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish like salmon, tuna, mackerel, herring and flaxseeds, and walnuts is been linked to reduce the risk of cancers including prostate cancer.
• Soy products and legumes - soy and its products have phytoestrogens or plant estrogens which when eaten acts like hormone estrogen in the body. These chemicals present in soy can help prevent prostate cancer.
• Vitamin E and selenium - both act as potent antioxidants which can play a role in prostate cancer prevention. However before starting any vitamin, mineral or herbal supplements it is very important to consult a specialist or a health care professional for correct dosage and guidance.

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