exercise and diet

As I previously reported in another thread my first post-op psa was 0.11.  I did confirm that this was the result.  Billymac reiterated what the Dr said that the 0.11 could be from residual tissue left behind.  The most important thing to watch will be what the psa is in subsequent tests.  The Dr's nurse has also stated the importance of using the same lab for future tests.  Going forward, I need to lose some weight.  I quit smoking 4 years ago and gained 30 lbs.  I would like to get back to my "healthy" smoking weight.  I would like to start using our exercise bike on a regular basis and also improve my diet.  I do not want to do anything to mask my psa test results.  I read that Selmer talked about using Ibuprofin but cautioned that it could be a mask for the true psa result.  Could certain exercises and diet have the same results as the ibuprofin?  Could using the exercise bike cause a problem with the psa?  I have also heard there are benefits to drinking pomegranite juice.  Could the pomegranite juice or other foods/juices result in a mis-leading psa?  What are others experiences with diet and exercise influencing future psa tests?

Hi Indiana Ice,

There have been a number of studies that investigated the impact of diet on PCa. If you google "prostate diet" you will get several good results. The WebMD site is a good one for advice as well. I have just ordered a copy of the book on diet by Dr Myers. I understand it is full of useful advice on diet and PCa. There was an article a few months back that indicated pomegranite juice consumption was useful in the treatment of PCa. The impact of the juice was on the ability of the cancer to reproduce. (apoptosis is the tech term). One eight ounce glass per day was the recommendation in the article I read. Stuff has an awful after taste so I blend it with orange juice. You can get it at Wal Mart.

Just as there are good things in terms of vitamins and supplements there are some to avoid. I think the Myers' book has some info on this.

I too am trying to lose a little excess weight brought on by my hormone treatment. One bit of advice. Don't over do it at the start. This is the quickest way to ruin good intentions to excercise. Set weekly goals and do your best to meet them. Keep track of your progress. It is a powerful motivator.

Good luck with your weight loss.
Don

Hi Indiana

You will note from my signature that I ride my bike quite a bit.

When I first learned of my elevated psa . . . of course I asked the uro if riding could affect it. I was told "no . . ," (although some had suspected a link) He further told me, because of these suspicions a study was done of riders on RAGBRI; ( long bike ride/tour across Iowa). Apparently there was no statistically significant change.

I also asked my uro/surgeon at the Mayo Clinic the same question . . . same answer.

So . . . get on your bike and ride!

Cheers

Everyone, Thank you!! I appreciate the feedback. I am going to order the book by Dr. Myers and get back on the exercise bike.

Thanks again