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DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
Offers free, credible, comprehensive online information about cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research, clinical trials, and news, as well as links to other NCI Web sites. Nutrition Fact Sheets include:

  • Antioxidants and Cancer Prevention
  • Calcium and Cancer Prevention
  • Garlic and Cancer Prevention
  • Red Wine and Cancer Prevention
  • Tea and Cancer Prevention
  • Vitamin D and Cancer Prevention
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    Lifestyle and Preventing Cancer
    DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
    Offers links to fact sheets and additional resources on food, nutrition, and cancer prevention.
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    Cancer Prevention and Control
    DHHS. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
    Leader in nationwide cancer prevention and control, working with national organizations, state health agencies and other key groups to develop, implement, and promote effective cancer prevention and control practices.
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    Nutrition in Cancer Care (PDQ®)
    DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
    Cancer and its treatments may cause nutrition-related side effects. Find information, suggstions and resources to help. Also in Spanish.
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    Eating Hints for Cancer Patients: Before, During, and After Treatment
    DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
    Also in PDF |498 KB or order a free copy.
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    Obesity and Cancer: Questions and Answers
    DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
    Fact sheet addressing the relation ship between obesity and risk for various cancers. Also in PDF|138 KB.
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    American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)MedlinePlus: Cancer
    DHHS. NIH. National Library of Medicine.
    Provides links to the latest news and research on cancer, including those nutrition-related. Also in Spanish.
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    MedlinePlus: Living with Cancer
    DHHS. NIH. National Library of Medicine.
    Provides links to the news, research, and help for living with cancer, including nutrition-related. Also in Spanish.
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    MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Diet - Cancer Treatment
    DHHS. NIH. National Library of Medicine.
    Information related to cancer treatment and nutrition, including possible problems and side effects and recommendations. Also in Spanish.
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    MedlinePlus: Cancer Alternative Therapies
    DHHS. NIH. National Library of Medicine.
    Provides links to the latest news and research on alternative cancer therapies, including those nutrition-related. Also in Spanish.
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    Thinking About Complementary and Alternative Medicine: A Guide for People With Cancer
    DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
    Questions and answers related to complementary and alternative medicine and cancer.
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    Artificial Sweeteners and Cancer: Questions and Answers
    DHHS. NIH. National Cancer Institute.
    Information about artificial sweeteners, their regulation, and relationship to cancer.
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    Routine Vitamin Supplementation to Prevent Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease
    DHHS. AHRQ. US Preventive Services Task Force.
    Fact sheet presents evidence for recommendations for or against the use of supplements in cancer and cardiovascular disease.
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    Last Modified: Aug 16, 2010  
    Nutrition and Health Issues
      Heart Health
      High Blood Pressure
      Cancer
      Diabetes
      Overweight and Obesity
      Digestive Disorders
      Osteoporosis
      Eating Disorders
      Food Allergies and Intolerances
      AIDS/HIV
      Commonly Asked Questions (FAQ)
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