World Cancer Day 2025: 10 lifestyle tips to reduce your risk

By Namita S Kalla | February 03, 2025

World Cancer Day  2025: 10 lifestyle tips reduce your risk

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Plant-based foods are packed with antioxidants, fibre, and essential nutrients that combat inflammation and oxidative stress

Plant based diet

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Studies show that excessive consumption of processed meats and red meat may increase the risk of colorectal and other cancers

Limit processed foods, red meat

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Obesity is linked to an increased risk of developing 13 types of cancer. By maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise

Maintain a healthy weight

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Regular exercise helps lower the risk of cancer by maintaining a healthy weight and promoting immune function

Regular exercise

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Smoking is a leading cause of cancer, responsible for many types, including lung, mouth, throat, and bladder cancers. 

Quit smoking

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Excessive alcohol consumption is linked to various cancers, including liver, breast, and colorectal cancer. Moderating alcohol intake

Limit alcohol

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Poor sleep is known to impact immune function and may increase the risk of developing cancer. Maintain sleep hygiene

Sleep hygiene

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Chronic stress also impacts your body. Manage stress through mindfulness or relaxation techniques to reduce the burden on your body

Manage stress

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Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Protect your skin from sun

Protection from sun

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