cancer prevention

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Health consequences of obesity

Dr. Meera Shah explains what obesity is and how it increases the risk of serious diseases, including several types of cancer.

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Nourishing your health: Diet and nutrition factors for cancer prevention

Grace Fjeldberg, a registered dietitian nutritionist, discusses how eating a nutritious diet can help decrease cancer risk.

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Excess body weight, alcohol and tobacco: How lifestyle can affect your cancer risk

Dr. Jon Ebbert discusses the link between cancer risk and excess body weight, alcohol and tobacco and the steps to reduce your risk.

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Is there a connection between ultraprocessed food and cancer?

Dr. Dawn Mussallem, an integrative health specialist, explains the connection between ultraprocessed food and cancer.

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The importance of cancer screenings for the LGBTQ community

Fear of discrimination may keep people who identify as LGBTQ from getting potentially lifesaving cancer screenings.

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Answers to 3 common questions about cancer prevention

Understanding your personal cancer risk and making lifestyle changes to improve your overall health are the first steps in cancer prevention. Learn how to get started.

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7 steps to better nutrition habits for cancer survivors

If you have cancer or you are a cancer survivor, here are seven steps you can take to improve your diet and nutrition.