Most Men Unaware That Dairy Intake Is Linked to Prostate Cancer Risk

A survey suggests that only 20% of U.S. males know that milk and dairy products are potentially linked to prostate cancer risk. Eva-Katalin/E+/Getty Images A new survey found that only 1 in 5 men in the United States is aware of the potential link between dairy product consumption and prostate cancer risk. Only 20% of men surveyed said they had received information from a medical professional about how nutrition can impact prostate cancer risk. Body fat and family history might have a bigger impact on prostate cancer risk than dairy products and other dietary considerations. In a new report, researchers say that the vast majority of men are unaware of the potential link between diet, in particular dairy products, and the risk of prostate cancer. The researchers reported that a survey they commissioned found that only 20% of U.S. males knew that consuming milk and other dairy products was linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer. Once they were informed about the risks, 66% of those surveyed said they would be inclined to avoid or reduce dairy products in their diet. About 76% of respondents also said they would support requiring warning labels on dairy products to inform peo…

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