Alpha-linolenic Acid Increased Risk Prostate Cancer?
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Alpha-linolenic Acid Intake May Create an Increased Risk for Prostate Cancer One important word of caution: While some studies have suggested that the alpha-linolenic acid in flaxseed and other plant oils may be helpful in slowing the growth of cancers of the breast and colon, a number of other studies have shown that alpha-linolenic acid intake may create an increased risk for prostate cancer. Based on these studies, men with prostate cancer, and those with elevated PSA levels, should not take flaxseed oil. And, while ground flaxseed delivers far less alpha-linolenic acid, it's still better for those men to avoid the seeds as well. (I'll mention again that this is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and a perfect time to visit the web site "prostateforum.com." It's the first source I go to for information on prostate cancer health.)
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