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Power of postive thinking and the mind.

  • Emotional Distress: A cancer diagnosis can lead to feelings of fear, worry, anger, and helplessness, significantly affecting emotional well-being.
  • Increased Risk of Disorders: Men diagnosed with prostate cancer have a higher risk of developing mental health disorders, with some studies showing this risk can persist for many years after diagnosis.
  • Treatment-Related Anxiety: The process of diagnosis, treatment decisions, and ongoing monitoring (like PSA checks) can all trigger anxiety. 
  • Chronic Pain and Stress: This condition is associated with high levels of stress, depression, and anxiety due to chronic pain and a diminished quality of life, according to a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study.

Dr. Kevin Zorn, MD, FRCSC, FACS, Urologist

Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer diagnosed in Canada—one out of every eight men will develop it in their lifetime. Prostate cancer starts in the cells of the prostate, and can grow into nearby tissue. The cancerous tumour can also spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body.

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Prostate NOW Power of positive thinking and the mind.

Prostate health significantly impacts mental well-being, as conditions like prostate cancer and chronic prostatitus are linked to increased rates of depression , anxiety and stress.  Cancer treatments, such as surgery, can also cause mental health issues like cognitive difficulties, feelings of isolation, and anxiety about PSA levels, impacting overall quality of life. Men experiencing these changes should seek support, talk about their feelings, and connect with mental health professionals, support groups, or trusted individuals.

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Pumpkin seeds are not a treatment or cure for prostate cancer, but they are a nutrient-dense food that supports overall prostate health. Most scientific evidence surrounding pumpkin seeds focuses on managing Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)—a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate—rather than treating prostate cancer directly

Key Bioactive Components

  • Zinc: The prostate gland contains high concentrations of zinc. Low zinc levels have been observed in cancerous prostate tissue, making zinc-rich foods beneficial for maintain overall cellular health.

  • Phytosterols: Plant compounds that help block the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that triggers prostate growth and enlargement.

  • Antioxidants & Delta-7-Sterols: Rich in vitamin E, carotenoids, and specific sterols that reduce systemic oxidative stress and inflammation.

What the Research Shows

  • Prostate Cancer: Laboratory and in vitro (cell line) studies show that certain pumpkin seed extracts can inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells and induce apoptosis (programmed cell death). However, these lab results have not been translated into clinical trials proving that eating pumpkin seeds prevents or treats prostate cancer in humans.

  • BPH & Urinary Symptoms: Stronger evidence supports using pumpkin seed oil or extracts to relieve urinary symptoms (frequency, weak stream, nocturia) caused by BPH, improving quality of life for men with enlarged prostates.