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Diet NutritionShould You Avoid Gluten?
“Gluten-free” foods are popping up everywhere, from grocery stores to restaurants. What is gluten? Is it good or bad for you? Should you avoid it? We have the answers.
Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
Our bodies need vitamin D for healthy bones. And some studies suggest it may be linked with lower colorectal cancer risk. Find out how much vitamin D you need and how to get it safely.
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 Ties Whole Grains to Lower Risk of Liver Cancer
A large observational study shows eating more whole-grain foods may be linked to a lower risk of getting liver cancer.
Is Chocolate Good for You?
We wish the answer were simply yes! But it’s actually a bit more complicated than that. Learn what the science tells us about chocolate and its possible health benefits.
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.
2018 in Review: 8 Healthy Recipes
Eating right is an important lifestyle choice that helps you stay healthy and lower your risk of cancer. Get started today with these healthy recipes we published in 2018 from our American Cancer Society cookbooks.