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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.

How to take care of your bones
Treatment for osteoporosis aims to increase bone mass and reduce the risk of fractures. How to take care of your bones is an article co-authored by two experts – a dietitian and a doctor-researcher – to make you aware of the role that the health of your bones and muscles plays in your well-being! By Roxanne Bennett, […]

Male Osteoporosis
Nicknamed “the silent thief” due to the absence of symptoms, osteoporosis is often only detected at a later stage following a fracture. Male Osteoporosis is an article co-authored by two experts – a dietitian and a doctor-researcher – to make you aware of the role that the health of your bones and muscles plays in your well-being! […]

What foods should I avoid during radiation therapy?
While you can eat whatever you want during your radiation treatment, you should expect to make some adjustments to your diet. When asked what foods should I avoid during radiation therapy, the answer is especially foods that greatly increase the activity of your bowels. Your radiology team suggested a low fiber or low residue diet […]

Does sugar really feed cancer cells?
With all the information on the internet, especially with regards to diet, you have made the decision to eliminate all unhealthy foods responsible for the development of cancer or its progression, starting with sugar. But does sugar really feed cancer cells? Read the following to find out. As the number one enemy of cancer according […]

Cancer-fighting foods for your prostate: Myths vs Reality
Can some cancer-fighting foods for your prostate lower your risk of cancer? Wouldn’t it be great if just one food could protect you against prostate cancer, or even any type of cancer? You see, if there was any evidence that a single food could prevent the development of prostate cancer, it would probably be sold […]

Did you say sport? My favorites are on TV…
Did you say sport? My favorites are on TV… Yes! In Quebec, we love sports. Normally, we eat hockey, “wait” for the Nordiques to return, hope for the Expos, cheer for the Montreal Alouettes and the Montreal Impact (now CF Montreal), watch Formula 1, follow the Olympics and our tennis players. Added to this is […]