Have you ever heard of the saying, “you are what you eat”? As a registered dietitian nutritionist at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, I always tell my patients, “what you put into your body plays a huge role in your health.” Research shows that a diet filled with a variety of plant foods like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds can help lower risk of many cancers. The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) highlights in detail Foods That Fight CancerTM along with foods to steer clear of to help individuals make more informed food choices.