Nutrition and Exercise Advice for Prostate Cancer
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial studies how well nutrition and exercise interventions work in reducing androgen deprivation therapy-induced obese frailty in prostate cancer survivors. Individualized nutrition and exercise advice for prostate cancer patients on androgen deprivation therapy may help to reduce obese frailty and change the levels of myokines in blood.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Nutrition and Exercise Advice for Prostate Cancer?
Is the Nutrition and Exercise Advice for Prostate Cancer treatment safe for humans?
The studies show that nutrition and exercise interventions for prostate cancer patients, including those undergoing androgen deprivation therapy, are generally safe and well-tolerated. Participants in these studies did not experience serious adverse events, indicating that these interventions are safe for humans.35678
How does the Nutrition and Exercise Advice treatment for prostate cancer differ from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it combines dietary changes, exercise, and education to help manage prostate cancer, focusing on improving quality of life and potentially reducing cancer progression by maintaining a healthy weight. Unlike traditional treatments that may focus solely on medication or surgery, this approach emphasizes lifestyle changes to support overall health and well-being.13459
Research Team
Gurkamal Chatta, Dr.
Principal Investigator
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for prostate cancer survivors who are overweight or obese and have been on androgen deprivation therapy for less than 5 years. They must be able to walk, have normal liver function, not be receiving other cancer treatments like chemo, and can't have severe heart or lung conditions.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive an individualized diet plan and complete a home-based exercise program for 6 months, including aerobic and resistance exercises, and attend monthly educational meetings.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in body composition, muscle strength, and other health metrics after the intervention.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Dietary Intervention (Procedure)
- Educational Intervention (Behavioral Intervention)
- Exercise Intervention (Behavioral Intervention)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Lead Sponsor