Prostate cancer: Eating lots of dairy products may increase the risk

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK.

It is not known exactly what causes the disease to develop, but certain things can increase the risk of getting it.

Some factors that raise the risk of not being controlled, such as age, ethnicity and family history.

With regards to age, the risk rises as you get older. Most cases are diagnosed in men over the age of 50.

With regards to ethnicity, the condition is more common among African-Caribbean and African descent, while it is less common in Asian men.

Looking at a family history, having a brother or father who develops prostate cancer before the age of 60 increases the risk.

Having a close female relative who can bad cancer can also increase the risk of prostate cancer.

However, other factors badociated with prostate cancer can be controlled, such as being overweight and the type of diet you follow.

According to Prostate Cancer UK, some studies have found that yoghurt or cheese may increase the risk of prostate cancer.

The cancer charity said this could be due to the calcium found in dairy products, or could be due to something else.

"Research is going into the links between diet and prostate cancer, and there is some evidence that it is linked to an increased risk of developing prostate cancer," added the NHS.

"Prostate Cancer UK, said Prostate Cancer UK.

"Until we know more, you might want to try these foods in your diet."

Prostate Cancer UK warned, however, of the importance of some calcium in your diet, as it is essential in keeping the bones healthy.

The cancer is getting about 700mg of calcium a day.

700mg included at 200ml glbad of milk, 30g cheese and a small yoghurt.

Some previous studies had also been found to increase the risk of prostate cancer.

Red or processed meat includes sausages, burgers, bacon and ham.

However, according to Prostate Cancer UK, it is more likely to increase risk.