Mom was right about eating your vegetables. There is strong research to show that eating a variety of vegetables can boost your health, and among other things help reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

Did you know that boosting your veggie and fruit intake could add years to your life? It’s true. People who eat five or more servings of vegetables and fruits a day are less likely to get heart disease or certain types of cancer.

About one third of all cancers are related to food, physical activity, and obesity. By eating well, being active and maintaining a healthy weight, you can lower your risk of developing cancer.

Growing up as children, your parents probably told you to 'drink your milk if you want to have strong bones'. But, while calcium is an essential mineral for the maintenance of bone, other nutrients are just as important, especially vitamin D.

Healthy lifestyle choices including eating well can slash your risk for cancer by one-third. Take a look at our checklist and give at least one of the tips a try.

There is a lot in of information about chemicals, products and foods that may either increase or decrease your risk of cancer. Confused about what may cause cancer and what may help? Read here to find out the truth.