Diet, Physical Activity, and Healthy Living

Learn about the benefits of good nutrition, regular physical activity, and staying at a healthy weight. We also offer guidance and tips to help you choose healthier options.

ACS Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention

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Find out what the American Cancer Society recommends regarding body weight, nutrition, and physical activity. Learn how following these recommendations may help lower your risk for certain cancers. 

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Healthy Living and Cancer Prevention

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Lifestyle and Cancer Prevention

Find out what we know about the link between healthy living and cancer prevention.

Learn about...

How Diet and Physical Activity Impact Cancer Risk
Excess Body Weight and Cancer Risk
Alcohol and Cancer Risk
Sleep and Cancer Risk

Eat Healthy

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How to Eat Healthy

Get tips to help you and your family make healthy food choices.
Healthy Recipes

Good health starts with good nutrition. Get started today with healthy recipes from our American Cancer Society cookbooks.

Calorie Counter

Get an estimate of how many calories you need daily to maintain your current weight.

Get Active

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How to Get Active

Regular physical activity is an important part of staying healthy. It may also lower your risk for certain types of cancer. Learn more and find tips to get started.
Calories Burned Calculator

How many calories will you burn? Find the calories burned in a workout or daily activity.
Target Heart Rate Calculator

You'll get the most out of your exercises by staying within range of your target heart rate. Calculate your target heart rate here.

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