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American Cancer Society Updates Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity

Published on: June 9, 2020

The American Cancer Society has updated its guideline on diet and physical activity for cancer prevention. Staying at a healthy weight, staying active throughout life, following a healthy eating pattern, and avoiding or limiting alcohol may greatly reduce a person's lifetime risk of developing or dying from cancer.

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Manage Your Weight With a Food Diary

Published on: January 17, 2020

Experts say simply writing down what you eat can help you keep off unwanted pounds. Downloadable diaries and online trackers make the job easier.

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The Link Between Weight and Cancer Risk

Published on: April 23, 2019

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.

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