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![]() Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!November 1, 2014 By Michelle Jin November kicks off the holiday season with a great feast on the Thanksgiving dinner table. It’s a time for celebration, spending time with the loved ones in your life, and perhaps most importantly, the food. Juicy turkey, succulent mashed potatoes, sweet cranberry jam, all glazed with a thick layer of gravy is the quintessential items on the table. However, although delicious, these foods rich in carbohydrates and fats can be great health risks. In addition to the widely-known risks of obesity such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases, a study published by the American Cancer Society found that over-eating and the associated obesity are significant risks for cancer [1]. Increased risks in several types of cancers were found to be associated with obesity: colorectal, breast, endometrial, kidney, esophageal, and other cancers. To find the perfect balance between enjoying a nice holiday meal and staying healthy, the American Cancer Society provides the following tips[2]:
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