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Eating right, being active, and maintaining a healthy weight are important ways to reduce your risk of cancer—as well as heart disease and diabetes. Learn the American Cancer Society's guidelines for diet and activity and find tips for a healthy lifestyle and community.
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Eat and exercise your way to better health. What you eat (or don't eat) and how active you are can influence your risk of developing cancer. Learn about the best ways to reduce your risk through simple lifestyle changes.
 The Link Between Lifestyle and Cancer
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| Aim for a healthful diet with these ideas for quick entrees, calorie-cutting substitutions, and loading your pantry and cooking with fruits and veggies.
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| Learn to control calories and portion
sizes, make recipes leaner, and eat light in a restaurant. Also find snack and meal ideas and calculate your calorie needs.
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| Learn how to fit at least 5 servings of cancer-fighting fruits and vegetables into your day.
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| This ACS event encourages people to check their weight and body mass index (BMI) to determine if extra weight has become a health risk. Find other tips and tools to help reach your goals.
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| Find activities to fit your lifestyle and ideas for raising active kids, as well as staying motivated yourself.
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| Try Crispy Shrimp, Grilled Turkey Reuben, or Cheesecake from our list of party-food recipes. They've starred on DIY Network TV, but they won't blow your diet. For everyday meals, try the nutrient-rich, moderate-calorie dishes below:
Greek Chicken With Tomatoes, Olives, Feta
Rice With Orzo and Mint
Tuscan White Bean Salad
Crunchy Green Beans With Carmelized Onions
Chocolate Cheesecake
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Cancer patients have special nutrition needs and issues related to eating. Get information to help maintain your health and cope with treatment.
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