Taste Acceptability of Tomato-Soy-Arugula Seed Beverages in Men With Prostate Cancer

Acceptability in the Taste of Tomato-Soy-Arugula Seed Beverages in Men With Prostate Cancer

This study is a sensory analysis of several different formulations of a novel tomato-soy-arugula seed beverage in men with prostate cancer. Eating a diet rich in a variety of fruits and vegetables has been associated with decreased risk of a variety of diseases, including prostate cancer. Mixed vegetable beverages may be useful in prostate cancer survivorship.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

I. To evaluate the sensory acceptability of a novel tomato-soy-arugula seed beverage in men with prostate cancer.

OUTLINE:

Patients receive 4 tomato-soy beverages and 3 labeled arugula seed powder portions. Patients add 1 arugula seed powder portion to each of 3 tomato-soy beverages immediately prior to consumption and they consume 1 beverage without the powder. After each beverage tasting, patients complete a survey on the sensory acceptability of the sample.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Have a prostate cancer diagnosis
• Not be allergic to tomato or tomato products
• Not be allergic to soy or soy related products
• Not be allergic to any cruciferous vegetables (e.g.: broccoli, cauliflower, kale, brussels sprouts, arugula/rocket, bok choy, etc.)
• Voluntarily agree to participate and read the informed consent documents