Following a set of lifestyle recommendations developed by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) and the American Institute for Cancer Research (AIRC) can significantly reduce the risk of various types of cancer.
The seven lifestyle recommendations include maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active, eating a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and beans, limiting consumption of processed foods, red and processed meats, sugar-sweetened drinks, and alcohol.
The study found that individuals who scored higher on adhering to these recommendations had a lower risk of developing cancer.