| Eat a variety of healthful foods, with an emphasis on plant sources. |
| Eat five or more servings of a variety of vegetables and fruits each day. |
| Choose whole grains in preference to processed (refined) grains and sugars. |
| Limit consumption of red meats, especially those high in fat and processed. |
| Choose foods that help to maintain a healthful weight. |
| Adopt a physically active lifestyle. |
| Adults: Engage in at least moderate activity for 30 minutes or more on 5 or more days of the week; 45 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous activity on 5 or more days per week may further enhance reductions in the risk for breast and colon cancer. |
| Children and adolescents: Engage in at least 60 minutes per day of moderate to vigorous physical activity at least 5 days per week. |
| Maintain a healthy weight throughout life. |
| Balance caloric intake with physical activity. |
| Lose weight if currently overweight or obese. |
Limit consumption of alcoholic beverages.
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