Plant-based diet ‘linked to better sexual health in men with prostate cancer’

They also challenge the misconception that eating meat boosts sexual function in men, the experts suggest.

Researchers say eating high amounts of any plant-based food was linked to better sexual health in men with prostate cancer (David Davies/PA)

A plant-based diet may be linked to improved sexual health in men treated for prostate cancer, new research suggests.

According to the findings, eating less meat and dairy, but having more fruit, vegetables, grains and nuts is associated with a reduction in the common side effects seen in prostate cancer patients, including erectile dysfunction, and loss of bladder control.