In the past there have been many reports speculating on the concerns raised in the report, however this is the first that produces evidence linking cancer rates with obesity.
The report recommends 10 lifestyle choices aimed at decreasing global cancer rates, and the Director of Research at the Sydney Cancer Centre Professor Bruce Armstrong discussed those choices on '9am with David & Kim'.
The 10 recommendations to come out of the report are:
1. Be as lean as possible without becoming underweight.
2. Be physically active for at least 30 minutes every day.
3. Limit consumption of energy-dense foods (foods high in fats and/or added sugars and/or low in fibre) and avoid sugary drinks.
4. Eat more of a variety of vegetables, fruits, wholegrains, and pulses such as beans.
5. Limit consumption of red meats (such as beef, pork and lamb) and avoid processed meats.
6. If consumed at all, limit alcoholic drinks to 2 for men and 1 for women a day.
7. Limit consumption of salty foods and foods processed with salt (sodium).
8. Don’t use supplements to protect against cancer.
9. It is best for mothers to breastfeed exclusively for up to 6 months and then add other liquids and foods.
10. After treatment, cancer survivors should follow the recommendations for cancer prevention.
