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Body WeightYear in Review: Cancer Research Insights from 2019
Overall, the US cancer death rate is continuing to decrease, but there’s more to that story. Throughout 2019, the recurring themes of cancer research news included the link between obesity and cancer, increased rates of certain cancers in people younger than 50, and continued barriers to cancer care due to poverty, race, where people live, and other factors. Here are 10 of the stories that made headlines in 2019 based on the work of American Cancer Society (ACS) staff and funded researchers.
Choosing Healthy Fats
Not all fats are bad for you. Choosing the right fats – in the right amounts – can be important to maintaining good health.
Get Healthy With Your Honey
Two is the healthiest number. From quitting smoking to getting more exercise to losing weight, you’re more likely to succeed if your significant other joins you.
The Link Between Weight and Cancer Risk
Being overweight or obese puts you at greater risk for some types of cancer. Learn about the connection between weight and cancer – and what you can do about it.
A Healthy Diet is No Fad
If that new diet sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Instead of joining the latest weight-loss craze, make smart lifestyle changes that add up to long-term healthy eating and exercise habits.
Study: Millennials’ Increased Risk for Some Obesity-Linked Cancers — 5 Takeaways
Researchers at the American Cancer Society found that 6 cancers proven to be related to obesity are increasing more rapidly in people younger than 50 than those older than 50. To understand what this study means to you and your loved ones, read these 5 key takeaway messages.
ACS Cancer Prevention Blueprint Targets Controllable Risk Factors
This third chapter in the American Cancer Society Cancer Control Blueprint describes what we know about risk factors for cancer. It provides strategies people can use to help avoid those risk factors. It also offers strategies that cities, states, and communities can use to help people avoid them. It's co-authored by staff researcher Susan Gapstur, PhD, MPH, senior vice president of Behavioral and Epidemiology Research.
Cutting Calories With Portion Control
Portion sizes have increased over the years, making it easier for Americans to overeat. Read about creative ways to cut back on calories by eating smaller portions of meals and snacks.
