European urology focus, 2023-11, Vol.9 (6), p.869-872
2023
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- Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations that Align Patient and Planetary Health
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- European urology focus, 2023-11, Vol.9 (6), p.869-872
- Ort / Verlag
- Netherlands
- Erscheinungsjahr
- 2023
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- MEDLINE
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- Environmental factors such as air pollution and climate change have far-reaching implications for human health, and increasing evidence supports a link between planetary health and many common urological conditions. We summarize these links and outline the data for some dietary and lifestyle changes that have joint benefits for both urological and planetary health. PATIENT SUMMARY: Steps to reduce our impact on the environment can also reduce the risk of urological cancers (bladder, prostate, and kidney cancers), urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and erectile dysfunction, and may have a positive impact on sperm quality. Simple steps such as reducing meat and dairy consumption, increasing exercise levels (e.g. through active commuting), and supporting the preservation of greenspace can benefit both personal health and the environment.