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Cancer prevention
About a third of the most common cancers could be prevented through eating a healthy diet, being physically active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Our Expert Report, the most comprehensive report on the subject ever published, took the findings of more than 7,000 scientific studies and condensed them into 10 Recommendations for Cancer Prevention. So you can be confident they represent the best advice available anywhere on how you can reduce your cancer risk.
Click on each recommendation to find out more - or you can search by type of cancer.
Energy-dense foods
Limit consumption of energy-dense foods (foods high in fats and/or added sugars and/or low in fibre) and avoid sugary drinks.
Vegetables, fruits and plant foods
Eat more of a variety of vegetables, fruits, wholegrains, and pulses such as beans.
Red and processed meat
Limit consumption of red meat (such as beef, pork and lamb) and avoid processed meats.
Alcohol
If consumed at all, limit alcoholic drinks to two for men and one for women a day.
Supplements
Don't use supplements to protect against cancer.
Special Populations - Not for everyone but if they are relevant to you it’s best to follow them for cancer prevention.
Breastfeeding
It is best for mothers to breastfeed exclusively for up to six months and then add other liquids and foods.
Cancer
survivors
After treatment, cancer survivors should follow the Recommendations for Cancer Prevention.
And, always remember – do not smoke or chew tobacco.
These recommendations comply with the Department of Health's Information Standard.
