5 Top Tips for Good Health
Be smoke free – not smoking is the best thing you can do to prevent cancer
Eat a healthy balanced diet to maintain a healthy weight
Keep moving! Walking, running, cycling or swimming – whatever you most enjoy, it’s good to stay active
Drink alcohol in moderation – the less alcohol you drink, the lower your risk of cancer
Use sunscreen and spend time in the shade on sunny days
On this page you can find information about living healthily. There are links to organisations who can support you to achieve your goals.
Smoking
- There are approximately 300,000 adult smokers in Wessex.
- People who seek support to quit smoking have been more successful than those who try to quit on their own.
- If you are smoke free, your risk of cancer will be significantly reduced.
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Healthy Eating
- There are more than 1 million adults who are overweight or obese in Wessex and therefore at increased risk of developing several types of cancer.
- Knowing your Body Mass Index (BMI) and making healthy eating choices, as well as exercising on a regular basis, will help you to maintain a healthy weight.
- For more information and to check your BMI use the NHS BMI calculator
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Physical Activity
- Regular physical activity is beneficial for your mental and physical health, and it can help reduce your risk of developing some cancers.
- Being active during and after cancer treatment can help you manage side effects such as cancer related fatigue, and it can help reduce your risk of cancer recurrence.
- We should move in some way every day, and there are several organisations who can support you to lead an active lifestyle.
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Alcohol
- Alcohol is known to cause cancer and is a major risk factor for breast and bowel cancer, the second and third most prevalent cancers in Wessex.
- There is a recommended limit on how much alcohol an adult should consume. This is often measured in units.
- Knowing your units will help you stay in control of your drinking. Visit the NHS Drink Less page for more information
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Introduction to Livewell Dorset
 If you live in Dorset, LiveWell Dorset is here for your health and wellbeing. They are a free health service provided by your council. They will guide you to a healthier lifestyle through FREE advice and coaching. Do you want to become more active, lose weight, quit smoking or drink less alcohol?