Incorporating a healthy diet and lifestyle changes can lessen your risk of cancer, cancer recurrence, and other chronic diseases. Research studies show a decreased risk of cancer with the following diet and lifestyle components:
Don’t smoke
Eat a healthy diet
Be physically active
Limit alcohol consumption
Even small changes can make a big difference in your overall risk. Here are a few examples of small changes you can make:
-Swap cinnamon or nutmeg for sugar squirts of syrup in your coffee.
-Substitute water, seltzer, or green tea for sugar-sweetened beverages.
-Add 10 minutes of power-walking, dancing, or stair-climbing to your daily routine.
-Opt for a fancy mocktail instead of a cocktail.
-Substitute whole grains for white bread, pasta, or cereal. Start by using a mixture of "half and half" if you feel you need to ease into it!