With eggnog, sugar cookies, and cheese balls among the most popular dishes served at holiday parties, its no wonder the season causes even the biggest health nuts and strictest dieters to stray from their nutritious paths. A healthy lifestyle is an important weapon in the fight against disease, so this holiday season Texas Oncology encourages people to make small changes that could result in big health payoffs. To make it easy, Texas Oncology introduces its Healthy Holiday Recipe Collection, with this years featured Merry Mulling Mix recipe, and shares tips to promote healthier eating and exercise during the holidays.
According to a recent report by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF), healthier lifestyles and better diets could prevent up to 2.8 million cases of cancer each year. The number of cancers around the world has increased by 20 percent in less than a decade to around 12 million new cases a year. WCRF named cancer, along with other chronic diseases like heart and lung disease and diabetes, among the worlds biggest health challenges.
Adopting a healthy lifestyle with a well-balanced diet full of nutrients is important for overall well-being and critical to preventing and fighting cancer, said Dr. Lalan Wilfong, medical oncologist at Texas Oncology. This season, give the gift of health to yourself and others by making better choices and simple adjustments to your regular holiday routine that can help reduce the risk of disease later in life.
Small Changes, Big Health Pay-Offs
The American Cancer Society estimates that nearly a third of cancer deaths could be prevented by improving nutrition, limiting alcohol intake, participating in more physical activity, and quitting smoking.
When planning holiday gatherings and creating new traditions, here are some tips to help you stay on track while still spreading holiday cheer:
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