The Great American Health Challenge

Learn more about the Great American Health Challenge and ways to reduce your cancer risk!

Together we can be successful in eliminating suffering and death due to cancer.

Eat Right Articles on Cancer.org

The Power of Fruits and Vegetables
Learn how to fit at least five servings of cancer-fighting fruits and vegetables into your day—including quick, tasty snacks.
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Choices for Good Health: Guidelines for Nutrition and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention [PDF]
There’s no doubt about it: Eating a diet made up of mostly vegetables, fruits, and whole grains is good for your health and can help reduce cancer risk.
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News from the ACS News Center

Scientists Identify Genetic Contributor to Colorectal Cancer Risk
People with a specific genetic variation appear to have a higher risk of colorectal cancer, according to new research.

Study Offers Portrait of Complementary Therapy Use Among Survivors
A new report looks at how many cancer survivors are using therapies like acupuncture and massage to cope with cancer and its treatment.

House Votes to Grant FDA Control of Tobacco Regulation
The US House of Representatives voted to pass a bill granting the FDA authority to regulate tobacco products. Now, the bill goes to Senate.

Recipes

Good health starts with good nutrition. Get started today with some of these healthy recipes.

This spicy beef salad can also be made with chicken or shrimp
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This salad is a great side dish for Mexican entrées or can be used as a dip for tortilla chips to start the meal.
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Store-bought rotisserie chicken can be a lifesaver on those busy nights. Add it to salads, soups, sandwiches, or quesadillas.
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These cookies will satisfy even the most sophisticated taste buds.
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Kids and adults will love this healthful rendition of chicken nuggets.
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Lemon, mint, and a garnish of crumbled feta cheese bring the flavors of Greece to this easy chicken dish.
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Orzo is a tiny, rice-shaped pasta that works well with the nutty flavor of the brown rice in this recipe.
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This quick and easy recipe makes an elegant appetizer or a flavorful side dish for meals.
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The red onion and imitation bacon bits offer a hint of cherry-red color in this delicious vegetable side dish.
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Cheesecake from our party-food recipes won't blow your diet.
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