Elucidating the Metabolic Impact of Isocaloric, Controlled, Mediterranean-Type Diets in Treatment-Naïve Men With Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance (DINE Study)

Summary

The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of Mediterranean-type diets on the metabolism of men with localized prostate cancer. The optimal diet for men with a suspected diagnosis of Prostate Cancer (PCa) is currently unknown. More specifically, the suggested benefits of low carbohydrate and low fat diets in PCa are not determined.

Description

Eligibility

Age range

18+ years

Sex

Male

Healthy volunteers

No

Interventions

• Other
  Lower-Carbohydrate Med-t-Diet

  Diet will focus on including: * Lean protein sources * High-quality fat * High-quality carbohydrate sources that are rich in fiber * Nuts and seeds Diet will focus on limiting: * Refined sugars * High glycemic carbohydrates * Seed oils that may cause inflammation Diet Composition: 45% fats, 35% carbs, 20% protein

• Other
  Low-Fat Med-t-Diet

  Diet will focus on including: * Lean protein sources * High-quality fat * High-quality carbohydrate sources that are rich in fiber * Nuts and seeds Diet will focus on limiting: * Refined sugars * High glycemic carbohydrates * Seed oils that may cause inflammation Diet Composition: 70% carbs, 20% protein, 10% fat

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