Cancer cells need oxygen and nutrients to grow and develop. As a tumor grows, it encourages new blood vessels to form from existing blood vessels, allowing increased blood flow and further growth of the cancer. Certain foods like garlic, berries, tomatoes, green tea and beans contain properties that can help the body's natural defenses reduce cancer risk or repair damaged cells. The document also provides information on local cancer services centers and lists additional lifestyle factors that can reduce cancer risk, such as limiting sun exposure, maintaining a healthy weight through exercise, eating nutritious foods, and knowing your family health history.

1. HEALTH SERVICES
Cancer cells need oxygen and
nutrients to develop
HOW CANCER GROWS
Blood flows to the tumor
and it grows
Cancer encourages new
blood vessels to grow from
existing blood vessels
CAN BE REDUCED
REDUCE CANCER RISK
WITH GOOD FOOD
= Garlic = Flaxseed
= Berries = Tomatoes
= Green Tea = Coffee
= Winter Squash = Beans
= Red Grapes = Broccoli
Your choices can help your natural
defenses reduce the risk of
damage or even repair cells.
*For a complete list of references and
copies of this brochure, visit
cancerdietitian.com/healthytomorrow
Cancer Services
3175 Maplewood Ave.
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
(336) - 760 - 9983
Southside United Health
and Wellness Center
3009-A Waughtown St.
Winston-Salem, NC
Medical Clinic
(336) 293-8733
Community Care Center
2135 New Walkertown Rd.
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
(336) 723-6722
Simple
Steps
to
5REDUCE YOUR
CANCER RISK

2. Up to 10% of all cancers
are genetic.*
= Some types of cancer run
in families. Examine the
cases of cancer that are in
your family.
= If you have a family history
of cancer, ask your doctor
about genetic testing.
BE ACTIVE
Being overweight increases the
risk of several cancers.
= 30 minutes of physical activity
a day can help prevent cancer.
= Walking, biking, housework,
and gardening are ways
to be active.
= Sit less and move more!
Have a conversation with
your doctor.
= What early detection tests
are recommended for
people my age?
= How can I reduce my risk
of developing cancer?
KNOW YOUR
FAMILY HISTORY
TALK TO A
DOCTOR
THE RISK OF CANCER CAN BE REDUCED
50% of Americans will develop
skin cancer.*
= Sunscreen with a SPF 30
is the minimum recommended
for everyone.
= Children burn more easily
in the sun. Make sure to
teach your kids to protect
their skin.
PROTECT
YOURSELF FROM
THE SUN
Adults who have a healthy
lifestyle are 36% less likely to
develop cancer.*
= Eat at least 4 cups of
fruits and vegetables a day.
= Reduce the amount of red
meat you eat.
= Over 70% of your brain is
made up of water; drink water
regularly to stay hydrated.
EAT NUTRITIOUS
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