Help Prevent Cancer by Taking Control of Your Diet

Cancer has touched nearly all of us in some way and while this widespread, devastating illness has no known cure, there are some changes you can make in your diet to aid in prevention. 

Maintain a health weight

Obesity has been connected to many forms of cancer, especially endometrial cancer and esophageal adenocarcinoma. 

Reduce your calorie intake from solid fats and added sugars

The foods high in solid fats and added sugars cannot only cause weight gain, but also can take the place of the more nutrient dense, cancer-preventing foods.

Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, including beans

These foods are known links to lower the risk of certain cancers. It is recommended to fill half of your plate at meals with fruits and vegetables rich in nutrients!

Limit alcohol

While the reason is unknown, alcoholic beverages may increase your risk of many different cancers, including mouth, throat, voice box, esophageal, liver, breast, colon, and rectal cancer. The current recommendation on alcohol consumption is a limit of one a day for women, and two a day for men. Also, combining drinking with smoking puts you at even greater risk.

For more information, visit: http://www.eatright.org/resource/food/planning-and-prep/cooking-tips-and-trends/help-prevent-cancer-by-taking-control-of-your-diet