Promoting Wellness for Prostate Cancer Patients is a unique educational book for individuals dealing with the many aspects of prostate cancer–from prevention to treatment and managing the common (and not so common) side effects of conventional therapy. In this fully updated and redesigned Fourth Edition, Dr. Moyad covers the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment while providing his trademark no-nonsense analysis on groundbreaking research that is currently underway. A new series of “Quick Tips” run throughout the book, where Dr. Moyad shares his secrets to improving overall health and vitality. Discover small diet and lifestyle changes that can produce big results. This title is also available in a Spanish edition, Mayor bienestar para los pacientes con cancer prostatico.

Almost all treatments for prostate cancer can result in some degree of erectile dysfunction (ED). Assessing a man's sexual health is particularly important in the treatment of prostate cancer. Jeffrey Albaugh, PhD, APRN, CUCNS, is a pioneer in the field of sexual medicine who emphasizes that treating a man with prostate cancer requires an assessment of his sexualhistory. ED is no longer considered a foregone conclusion for patients with prostate cancer. All men and their partners should read this book prior to undergoing prostate cancer treatment. This second edition highlights the patient and partner experience of acknowledgingthat sexual health is a fundamental part of treating the whole patient.

Prostate cancer doesn’t affect men alone. The women in their lives face their own unique physical, emotional and spiritual struggles. Yet the woman’s experience and perspective isn’t something that’s widely talked about... until now. In "A Woman’s Guide to Thriving after Prostate Cancer," Solutions for Intimacy Co-founder Cindie Hubiak bravely shares her own story, weaving the reader through her own personal struggles, the grieving process and coping strategies throughout the various stages of prostate cancer. You and your partner can thrive following prostate cancer – mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Discover how in "A Woman’s Guide to Thriving after Prostate Cancer." You will learn how to: *Honor and grieve your losses until you reach acceptance *Communicate your desires so you get what you want *Understand men and the host of emotions they’re experiencing *Establish deeper physical, emotional and spiritual connections within your relationship *Enhance intimacy through tantric principles *Build a more satisfying, intimate relationship *Gain inspiration by living your purpose *And much more

American men live sicker lives and die at a younger age than American women. Why? Men are notorious for neglecting their health. They skip annual physicals. They eat too many unhealthy foods. They lack exercise, sufficient sleep, and may imbibe in substance abuse. Until they become sick enough and are dragged into the doctor's office, whatever medical issue is diagnosed, it could be too late to treat. But it doesn't have to be this way. Men make choices everyday which should include following healthy lifestyle habits. Dr. David Samadi, a world renowned urologist and prostate cancer surgeon, developer of SMART surgery, and a top medical contributor for Newsmax TV, has written The Ultimate MANual as a comprehensive and life-changing guide to everything on men's health. Over the course of his more than 20 years as a physician, he has helped thousands of men improve their health and quality of life. Complete with advice just for men, this book covers everything men need to regain and reclaim their health including:*Improved sexual functioning and health for a satisfying love life*In-depth look at urinary issues men face such as prostate, penis, and bladder *Exercise tips improving muscle strength and endurance, aerobic endurance and flexibility*Nutritional guidelines for men*A two-week menu plan for healthy eating*Recipes containing nutrients especially beneficial for men This book is the essential guide every man needs getting and keeping himself the ultimate man he's meant to be

When a patient is told that his prostate cancer has progressed to a new stage, he has both questions and concerns. Promoting Wellness Beyond Hormone Therapy, Second Edition, is written specifically to answer questions for patients whose prostate cancer is considered “hormone-refractory,” meaning that it no longer responds well to hormone therapy. The book provides a wealth of valuable resources for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike. • Comprehensive information on the many treatment options currently available • The latest updates on an exciting number of therapies undergoing testing now • Suggestions to patients to lessen or eliminate treatment side effects • “Question-and-Answer” format gives direct responses to patient queries • Health and wellness tips included throughout the book Arm yourself with a wealth of new information to discuss with your healthcare provider!

In this national bestseller based on Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Public Health research, Dr. Willett explains why the USDA guidelines--the famous food pyramid--are not only wrong but also dangerous.

This book explores in depth the relation between physical activity and cancer control, including primary prevention, coping with treatments, recovery after treatments, long-term survivorship, secondary prevention, and survival. The first part of the book presents the most recent research on the impact of physical activity in preventing a range of cancers. In the second part, the association between physical activity and cancer survivorship is addressed. The effects of physical activity on supportive care endpoints (e.g., quality of life, fatigue, physical functioning) and disease endpoints (e.g., biomarkers, recurrence, survival) are carefully analyzed. In addition, the determinants of physical activity in cancer survivors are discussed, and behavior change strategies for increasing physical activity in cancer survivors are appraised. The final part of the book is devoted to special topics, including the relation of physical activity to pediatric cancer survivorship and to palliative cancer care.