Cancer, Diabetes, and Heart Groups offer Lifestyle Advice

June 16, 2004 — In an historic combining of forces, The American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association, and the American Heart Association announced a unified set of health recommendations for the public.

The groups came together to announce a public and professional health education campaign entitled "Everyday Choices for a Healthier Life," which will deliver four simple health messages to the public: First, eat a healthy diet and maintain a healthy weight. Second, be physically active (30 minutes per day 5 days per week). Third, don't smoke and avoid being around others who are smoking; and fourth, see a physician regularly to assess your personal health risks.

The group stated that less than a quarter of Americans eat the recommended 5 servings of fruits or vegetables a day.

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