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Posted 2/26/2011 8:07 AM (GMT 0)
Good morning guys,ive not been onsite for a few weeks but i need a little help if possible.After 4 months on zoladex ht shots my psa was still at 20 so doc put me on adt2 with both zoladex and cosadex (50 mg now)Ive got used to the hot flushes and there not so bad in my case.After 4 months into treatment ive lost alot of my usual energy and zest for training which i so enjoyed.My libido is now at zero and my muscle mass as decreased somewhat.The biggest issue i have is energy!! i am not tired constantly but when i do any physical activity (gym, swimmin ect) i burn out much much quicker than 4 months ago.Does anyone participate in regular high intensity sports or activity and have any chosen herbs,meds,or remedies to give me some energy boost cus im strugglin with the beast here.

HELP OR ADVICE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED !!! confused

Posted 2/26/2011 10:58 AM (GMT 0)
I am on Eligard and Jalyn since last October. I will have another Eligard six month shot in April Frankly I haven't experienced the loss of energy or loss of libido...yet.

I did change my diet and cut out land animal meat, dairy and eggs. Replaced with much more cruciferous vegetables and leafy greens. I also cut out processed sugar and caffine. I also take a supplement regimen that includes plenty of Vit D. I found the land animal and dairy was energy draining and have responded well to the dietary change and it is helping me fight the inevitable weight gain of HT.

You should ask your doc about taking you to ADT-3 by adding Avodart. This is the standard regimen by the very best oncologists in Prostate cancer as it prevents the cancer from using the DHT which is far more powerfull than the regular testosterone. I take it in Jalyn which combines Avodart and Flomax.
Posted 2/26/2011 3:27 PM (GMT 0)

Lee:

I started HT last Novmeber and yes I am fighting fatigue, some weight gain and some loss of muscle mass.  I fight this by making sure that I exercize regularly, heavy weight lifting for the upper body and toning for the back and legs.  My whole diet has changed as well,  similar to mentioned in the previous post.  I do take calcium and "D" to supplement as well as multi-vitamins and a smoothy daily with fish oils (nutraSea) blueberries, other fruits and protein powder (fat and sugar free).  I believe that for me,  this plan has worked.  I am also on the ice with hockey teams, teaching power skating and I skate hard.  For you it would be swimming.  Force yourself to do it.  None of this comes easy for me but I sure enjoy myself once it get started.  Good luck to you and get out there and exercise.

Jack RP / RT / HT / EX

Posted 2/26/2011 4:49 PM (GMT 0)
Lee,

You could also seek some advice from a good Oncolgy Dietician, if your hosptial or oncology center has one. I have done this before, to get some tips. The ones I have talked to, do not reccomend cutting out entire food groups, like all meat, or all red meats, or all dairy foods. It mostly a form of the healthy heart diet, with moderation in place. Just an idea.

David in SC
Posted 2/27/2011 5:10 AM (GMT 0)

leeanglo,

Are you familiar with the Dr Charles "Snuffy" Myers book titled "Beating Prostate Cancer (Hormonal Therapy and Diet)"?  This is generally considered the most authoratative book for men on HT...it provides a strong foundation and reference for living with PC.  Myers, himself, is a long survivor of a challenging case of PC.

In the chapter "Diet and Lifestyle", Myers covers topics like "Hormonal Therapy and Weight Gain," "Mediterranean Diet," "Obesity & Prostate Cancer," and "Exercise".  Myers strongly favors the Mediterranean diet which is practically vegetarian (keep in mind that meat is not a food group; rather, meat is an element of the protein food group, along with poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, nut, etc.).

I suggest spending the $25 necessary to add this book to your library.

best wishes...

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