Ellen and Jane are roommates who are taking a health and nutrition course at their university. After completing their health family tree projects, they each discover that they both have genetic tendencies toward several chronic diseases. Ellen learned that she has a family history of colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension. Jane learned that she has a family history of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. The roommates discuss lifestyle changes that they can make to reduce their risks of developing these chronic diseases. Help Ellen and Jane make the right decisions regarding their health and nutrition by answering questions 50-55. Ellen would like to be proactive in reducing her risk of cancer. What specific change can she make to her diet to reduce her risk?

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Decreasing the intake of processed meats can help reduce the risk of colon cancer, as processed meats have been linked to an increased risk of this type of cancer.

Ellen and Jane Are Roommates Who Are Taking a Health