JULY 2020

FEATURED:

New Study, A Quarter of Calories that Children and Teens Eat May Come from Added Sugars and Fat

A recent study of children and teens found that more than 25 percent of the calories they consume are considered empty calories, which come from added sugars and solid fats. Limiting consumption of sugary drinks and foods high in sugars and fats are among AICR’s Cancer Prevention Recommendations. Continue Reading »

Healthy Summer Eating: The Problem with Auto-Pilot

It’s easy to make poor eating choices during the summer season when our minds automatically think of outdoor barbecues and ice cream stands. Healthy summer eating is not about deprivation, but rather rethinking some of our diet choices.

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Get MOVING: Physical Activity Policies for Cancer Prevention

The World Cancer Research Fund International (WCRF) recently launched MOVING, a policy framework focused on increasing physical activity to promote a healthy weight and reduce cancer risk. Learn more about MOVING and how AICR is working to promote physical activity in the U.S.

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FEATURED CUP REPORT:
Skin Cancer
The Continuous Update Project (CUP) is an ongoing program that analyzes global research on how diet, nutrition and physical activity affect cancer risk and survival.

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SCIENTIST SPOTLIGHT
Karen Collins
AICR's Nutrition Advisor Karen Collins explains a few cancer-safe grilling tips to help keep summer meals healthy and flavorful.
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