Does Glutamine Cause Prostate Cancer? with Dr. Jun Gong

The Dr. Geo Podcast

In this insightful episode of the Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa sits down with Dr. Jun Gong, a leading medical oncologist at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, to explore the nuanced relationship between glutamine, an essential amino acid, and prostate cancer. They break down the latest research, discussing how cancer cells manipulate glutamine for growth and whether dietary glutamine has a role in prostate cancer risk or progression. Key highlights include:

• The scientific role of glutamine in cellular health and cancer metabolism.
• Why glutamine dependency varies across prostate cancer stages, from localized to advanced neuroendocrine forms.
• Emerging treatments targeting glutamine pathways, including clinical trials and therapeutic resistance.
• The importance of lifestyle interventions like exercise in managing advanced prostate cancer.
• Practical takeaways for balancing dietary and supplemental glutamine in prostate health.

Dr. Gong also provides an update on ongoing research, potential future treatments, and the complexities of therapeutic approaches. Whether you're a self-health advocate or a medical professional, this episode offers actionable insights to help navigate prostate cancer care.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation packed with expert advice and groundbreaking research. Subscribe now to the Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast and visit DrGeo.com for exclusive content, newsletters, and updates.

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