NAP Nutrition Tip for October 2008 - Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Did you know.....
500 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every day in the US - that's 182,460 new cases in the US every year.
1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime.
60-70% of all cancers have been linked to diet and lifestyle choices.
The best advice to reduce your risk of breast cancer is to:
- Eat 5 or more servings of a variety of fruits and vegetables every day.
- Choose whole grains over processed (refined) grains.
- Limit intake of processed and red meats.
- Maintain a healthy weight throughout life.
- Be physically active daily.
- Avoid all tobacco products.
- Avoid or limit your intake of alcoholic beverages.
Don't wait. Now is the perfect time to schedule a mammogram and to lower your risk of breast cancer by adopting a healthier diet and lifestyle choices.
Use this QUICKLINK to check out Our Recipe of the Month, "Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries and Pecans."
