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Southwestern District Health Unit
2869 3rd Ave W
Dickinson, ND 58601
(701)483-0171
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NUTRITION & PHYSCIAL ACTIVITY INFORMATION AND LINKS
60%-70% of all cancers are linked to dietary and lifestyle choices. Good nutrition is important. Many dietary factors can affect cancer risk: types of foods, food preparation methods, portion sizes, food variety, and overall caloric balance. Cancer risk
can be reduced by an overall dietary pattern that includes a high proportion of plant foods (fruits, vegetables, grains, and beans), limited amounts of meat, dairy, high-fat foods, and a balance of caloric intake and physical activity.
American Institute for Cancer Research Diet and Health Guildelines for Cancer Prevention:
- Choose a diet rich in a variety of plant-based foods.
- Eat plenty of vegetables and fruits.
- Maintain a healthy weight and be physically active.
- Drink alcohol only in moderation, if at all.
- Select foods low in fat and salt.
- Prepare and store food safely.
- DO NOT USE TOBACCO IN ANY FORM!
For people with sedentary jobs and lives, the American Institute for Cancer Research recommends an hour a day of moderate physical activity and an hour a week of vigorous activity to reduce your risk of cancer. It's easier than you think to be physically active.
Moderate Physical Activity:
hiking
light gardening/yard work
dancing
golfing (walking and carrying clubs)
bicycling (<10 mph)
walking (3.5 mph)
weight lifting (general light workout)
Vigorous Physical Activity:
running/jogging (5 mph)
bicycling (>10 mph)
swimming (slow freestyle laps)
aerobics
walking (4.5 mph)
weight lifting (vigorous effort)
basketball (vigorous)
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