Healthy Foods

You can improve your health and reduce your risk of breast cancer and other diseases by eating a healthy diet on a daily basis.

The easiest way to improve your nutrition is to eat fresh fruits and vegetables, just like your mother told you. Vegetables and fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and many other substances, which together account for their beneficial effect. Nutritional supplements can help support a healthy diet but should not replace one.

Current research on fat consumption suggests that it might be the type of fat in the diet, rather than the total amount of fat, that is most important to consider. Still, moderation in all things is best, including your consumption of cream, cheese, oils and butters.

By adopting a healthier lifestyle, you will become healthier and you will provide an excellent role model for the people around you, especially your family.

According to statistics, about 180,000 cancer deaths per year are related to poor diet and lack of physical activity. You can help reduce that number by making a personal commitment to eat better and get moving.

If you like cooking, there is nothing like a new cookbook to inspire you to try new food ideas. The following titles focus on healthy recipes. Check out our Breast Health Bookstore for more suggestions.

American Heart Association Low-Fat, Low Cholesterol Cookbook: Heart-Healthy, Easy-To-Make Recipes That Taste Great

The Healthy College Cookbook: Quick, Cheap, Easy

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