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Latest news, updates and blogs from World Cancer Research Fund.

A woman drizzles oil over a salad

Are seed oils good or bad for our health?

Seed oils such as sunflower, rapeseed and sesame oil are found in everything from salad dressings to stir-fries. But with mixed messages in the media, people can be left wondering: are these oils helpful or harmful to our health?

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Peak activity at certain times could play ‘crucial role’ in cutting bowel cancer risk
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Peak activity at certain times could play ‘crucial role’ in cutting bowel cancer risk

Physical activity across the day – with a peak early in the morning and late in the evening – linked to lower risk of colorectal cancer in new research funded by us

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How to check your mouth for cancer – when getting to see a dentist is hard
A woman checks her mouth for signs of cancer

How to check your mouth for cancer – when getting to see a dentist is hard

Almost half of all mouth cancers are preventable. Know what to look for

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House of Lords committee calls for radical government action to transform ‘broken food system’
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House of Lords committee calls for radical government action to transform ‘broken food system’

UK government under pressure to address public health emergency of unhealthy diets and rising obesity, as new report demands action on UPFs and industry interference in food

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Lifestyle patterns reduce breast cancer risk
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Lifestyle patterns reduce breast cancer risk

Women who follow our Cancer Prevention Recommendations proven to have lower risk of developing breast cancer

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The Cure rock for cancer prevention
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The Cure rock for cancer prevention

World Cancer Research Fund thrilled to receive donations from the sale of limited-edition guitars designed by The Cure

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WCRF releases Budget-friendly cookbook
Budget-friendly recipes: Good for you, good for the planet

WCRF releases Budget-friendly cookbook

Our newest cookbook features 10 delicious recipes that are healthy for you and the planet

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Alcohol causes cancer – so how can we galvanise governments to act?
Kendra at WCC 2024

Alcohol causes cancer – so how can we galvanise governments to act?

How should sales of alcohol be regulated? How can we make more people aware of the risk of cancer from drinking alcohol?

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World Cancer Research Fund at the Labour Party conference
Labour Party conference in Liverpool, 2024

World Cancer Research Fund at the Labour Party conference

How did World Cancer Research Fund get on when we visited the 2024 Labour Party Conference in Liverpool to talk about cancer prevention?

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New guidance for people living with and beyond breast and colorectal cancer
CUP Reports launch

New guidance for people living with and beyond breast and colorectal cancer

Reports synthesise evidence on diet, nutrition, physical activity and body weight, for people with breast or colorectal cancer, plus highlight research gaps

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Latest Global Cancer Update Programme findings published in the International Journal of Cancer
Colorectal (bowel) cancer statistics and data

Latest Global Cancer Update Programme findings published in the International Journal of Cancer

Four linked papers and an editorial evaluate the evidence on diet, nutrition and physical activity to improve colorectal cancer survival

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Should the market shape what babies eat?
A woman breastfeeding

Should the market shape what babies eat?

The range of baby and infant foods available expands almost daily. What impact does this have on infant nutrition?

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School lunches: help your child eat well at school
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School lunches: help your child eat well at school

Whether your child takes a packed lunch, eats a hot meal at school or a bit of both, it’s important that children don’t miss out on nutrition during their school days.

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