Quercetin

My questions are about Quercetin a natural supplement.
The Mayo Clinic announced this year the results of an extensive study demonstrating that Quercetin may prevent the development of prostate cancer cells.
In a recent randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, conducted by researchers at the Institute for Male Urology in Encino, Ca. More than 80% of chronic prostatitis patients who took a proprietary formulation of quercetin, a natural dietary supplement, significantly reduced pain and improved their quality of life, according to a new study published in the December issue of Urology. This marks the first time any tested therapy for chronic prostatitis has produced such demonstrative results.
1. Are you familiar with Quercetin?
2. Do you have knowledge of the studies above or other studies?
3. Would the proprietary formulation used in the above study be different then the
formulation sold by health companys on the web?
4. The recommended dosage is 500 mg per day. Is it possible to get the same amount
from eating foods high in flavonoids?
      5.  What is your opinion of Quercetin for prostate health?

[Kevin Pho, MD]

To answer your questions:
1) I am not familiar with Quercetin, but have read up on it.

2) I am not familiar with the aforementioned study.

3) Difficult to say without knowing the doses in the study.  Contacting the authors of the study is a possibility.

4) Although possible, it will be unlikely to achieve that amount from a normal diet.

5) I am not aware of consensus recommendations regarding the use of Quercetin for prostate health.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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