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Hello I’m Dr. Tanya Agurs-Collin’s
from the National Cancer Institute.
Did you know that the foods you eat
can play a role in your cancer risk?
It’s true!
People whose diets are rich in fruits and vegetables
have a lower risk of getting several
different types of cancer.
They are also less likely to get diabetes,
heart disease, and hypertension.
The National dietary guidelines recommend eating
5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.
Fruits and vegetables contain vitamins, minerals, and fiber
that work together to promote good health.
Only fruits and vegetables, not pills or supplements,
can provide all of these nutrients together.
If you’re not eating many fruits or vegetables,
5 to 9 may sound like a lot,
but it may not be as hard as you think.
One serving fits in the palm of your hand.
And a salad may contain several servings.
Everyone has the power to make healthy choices.
By eating healthier, increasing physical activity,
and maintaining a healthy weight,
you lower your risk for many chronic diseases,
including cancer.
Best of all, you’ll discover that eating right
doesn't always mean giving up the foods that you like.
The National Cancer Institute offers a free cookbook
called Down Home Healthy Cooking.
It has a helpful selection of cooking techniques,
healthy food substitutions plus dozens of recipes.
To learn more about how diet may affect your cancer risk
and to order the cookbook, visit:
www.cancer.gov
or call 1-800-4-Cancer.
To learn more about increasing your physical activity,
consult the physical activity guidelines for Americans at:
www.health.gov/paguidelines
And remember to stay healthy.
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