Hello, alanine. I too was diagnosed w Stage 1 / Gleason 6 PCa earlier this year at the age of 66. After the initial fears, etc. I’ve settled into reading all I can and talking with those walking the same path ahead of us while I await my MRI. I expect to have Active Surveillance recommended as well. Initially I was of a much more aggressive posture but have learned so much since that is softening my position in that regard.

This is a great spot for research. For example, Mayo has this article re: Pomegranate juice…. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/prostate-cancer/expert-answers/pomegranate-juice/faq-20058204

Other sources I’ve found helpful include PCF.org and the book Surviving Prostate Cancer by Patrick Walsh as mentioned by an earlier poster. There is an abundance of information but you do have to actively research.

As to the alcohol question, I have maybe 10 drinks a week with rarely more than 2 a day. That said, I’ve found little data on alcohol consumption but will watch for better information from others.

I wish you the best of luck while confronting your new reality. Lots of good research is taking place and, with a bit of luck, we can all weather this proverbial bump in the road and enjoy our lives with a bit of modification.

Hi, Alanine - I am 61, just had a biopsy resulting in a Gleason of 3/3. I was thinking removal, but have been recommended for active surveillance and to schedule an MRI for July. In regard to the alcohol question, I do not drink. But, I could very well just be an exception. I plan to look into the pomegranate juice - thanks for the tip.

But look at all the Moderate to Heavy alcohol drinkers that don’t have it
I don’t feel any correlation
Non-Exercise and eating out all the time prolly is more of a issue