For a long time scientists believed genetics was the underlying reason for the higher incidence of prostate-related discomforts among men living in “western” countries. But after further study, scientists began to believe that diet and lifestyle may play a more crucial role in prostate health than we ever thought.

The western diet consists of more red meat and saturated fats. Typically, vegetables, fruits and whole grains comprise a very minimal part of the western diet.

In contrast, eastern cultures enjoy a diet that consists predominantly of vegetables, more whole-grained foods and less meat. Globalization, however, has exported the “western” diet to other parts of the world, and today the incidence of prostate health discomforts is gradually rising for Asian men, as well. Read the rest of this entry »