Prostate Cancer

This makes it possible to confine the cancer to the prostate where treatment with surgery or radiotherapy is very effective.

According to the American Cancer Society, the 5-year relative survival rate for men whose The new study also examines why omega-3 fatty acids are protective, suggesting they may block the action of a common fatty acid in prostate cells called arachidonic acid, which has been found to increase the spread of tumor cells into the bone marrow.

For this reason, the researchers advocate adding more omega-3 fatty acids to the diet to balance the amount of arachidonic acid converted in the body from consumption of vegetable oils.

Because Americans eat little fish, we often lack the omega-3s that restrain the effects of arachidonic acid.

"This study provides encouragement to all American men who are concerned about Read more...