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Our blogs are written by health professionals who have expertise in the field of prostate and prostate cancer. You can therefore be assured that the information provided is precise and accurate. The many topics covered are intended to help people better understand the effects of the disease, treatment options and how to improve their quality of life.
Supplements: myths vs reality vs your wallet
Nutritional supplements are big business. Every day, ads and news stories tell us about supplements promising… to prevent heart disease and cancer, improve our memory, and much more. But is it all true? Nutrition experts agree: the best way to stock up on vitamins and minerals is by eating right. Popping a pill is no […]
Selenium and vitamin E: allies or enemies of prostate cancer?
Selenium and vitamin E have long been thought to have protective effects when it comes to prostate cancer. An American research team has shown that selenium and vitamin E supplements, even at a low dosage, increase the risk of developing prostate cancer if taken when there is no proven deficiency. The SELECT study An earlier study, […]
Is vitamin D a vitamin or a hormone? And why its role is so important?
Contrary to its name, vitamin D is actually not a vitamin but a hormone that is synthesized by sunlight. Vitamin D promotes the body’s absorption of calcium, which is essential for the normal development and maintenance of bones and teeth. The body must maintain an adequate level of calcium in order to form and sustain […]
How to preserve your energy to better bounce back
Fatigue is a real problem for prostate cancer patients. How to preserve energy to better bounce back then becomes a priority. But you can help yourself lose that tired feeling if you follow some simple advice. The lack of energy, related to prostate cancer or cancer treatments, is quite normal. It is actually directly related […]
Treatment is over. Now, how do I stay motivated?
The post-cancer phases When you began your cancer treatment, you couldn’t wait for the day you’d finish. But now that you’ve completed your treatment, you aren’t sure if you’re ready for life after treatment as a cancer survivor. With your treatment completed, you’ll likely see your cancer care team less often. Though you, your friends […]
Not tonight darling? Tips for reconnecting with your sexuality …
Is sexuality the last thing you think about now? The diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer is shaking up many aspects of life: your body, your emotions, your life. The relationship with your partner, your children, your friends and your colleagues is turned upside down. Sexuality and intimacy are perhaps the last things you think […]
