Eat right in your 20s to prevent cancer in your 50s

Eat right in your 20s to prevent cancer in your 50s: Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the US and many of these deaths are largely preventable. Smoking cessation, maintaining a healthy body weight, eating balanced nutrition and physical activity are the most important things that we can do to reduce our chances of developing and dying from cancer. From a molecular biology point of view, cancers are a consequence of cumulative genetic mutations in cells that typically take years to accrue. In other words, to reduce your risk of cancer in your 50s and 60s, you need to take action in your 20s. Think of it as an investment in your retirement portfolio.