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One in eight women will develop breast cancer! Our Educational Outreach Program teaches what you can do to reduce your risk and how to do a proper breast self-exam. Our program helps dispel myths and fears about this devastating illness. This program is conducted onsite at high schools, colleges, community group meetings and businesses. We bring these life-saving messages to you!

Diet & Nutrition

Latest News For Diet & Nutrition

The antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables help fight free radicals, which can lead to breast cancer.
Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013

New Study Shows Carotenoid-Rich Vegetables Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer

Once again, medical researchers are proving your mother right: you really should eat your vegetables.

Walking is one of the easiest and most accessible exercises. Consider taking a daily walk with your family to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Photo: Lee Haywood
Wednesday, November 21st, 2012

A 7-Point Thanksgiving Game Plan For Preventing Cancer

Tips to navigate the festivities without falling back on your breast cancer prevention plan.

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Wednesday, September 19th, 2012

Healthy & Packable School Lunch Ideas

Packing your children’s lunches is a great way to make sure they get the nutrition they need to help reduce their risk of cancer.

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Thursday, August 30th, 2012

116 Year Old Woman Credits Her Longevity To Not Eating Junk Food

On August 26, Besse Cooper celebrated her 116th birthday. She has famously reported in the past that the secret to her long life is that, “I mind my own business. And I don’t eat junk food.”

Photo by: Bev Sykes
Friday, July 6th, 2012

Anti-Cancer Food Spotlight: Sour Cherries

Cherries have a number of breast cancer risk-reducing benefits and are a great example of an anti-cancer food.

Tomatoes are a great source of the antioxidant lycopene. Photo by St0rmz via Flickr.
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012

Add Lycopene To Your Diet To Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Lycopene, one of the many types of antioxidants, is a great addition to a diet that reduces breast cancer risk.

Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and make a yummy addition to any cancer-fighting breakfast. Photo: Simon Doggett
Monday, June 25th, 2012

Zesty Flax Berry Pancakes

Antioxidant-rich blueberries and fiber-rich flaxseed pancakes combine to create a breast cancer-fighting breakfast.

Fresh salads are a great way to get antioxidant and fiber rich vegetables into your diet.
Friday, June 22nd, 2012

Strawberry, Gorgonzola & Walnut Salad

Strawberry season is here! And what better way to celebrate than with this fabulous antioxidant- and fiber-rich cancer-fighting salad?

According to the FDA, half of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables.
Monday, June 18th, 2012

Confused About the Serving Sizes of Vegetables?

How many servings of vegetables should you eat to reduce your risk of cancer? And what is a serving of vegetables?

Black Bean Vegie Burgers
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012

Black Bean & Veggie Burgers

The fresh ingredients used for this burger recipe taste great, while helping offer protection from breast cancer.