Most cancers do not happen overnight, but develop quietly over a number of years. While no one can do anything to reduce their risks of cancer by 100 percent, in about 50 percent of the time, there are lifestyle choices and habits that can go a long way towards cancer prevention. Eating healthy and getting plenty of exercise are two major lifestyle habits that can make a difference in reducing cancer risks. It is never too late to start, but because cancer can take years to develop, the earlier in life one does start healthy habits -- the better.

The Do Something Foundation was created to inspire and support young people to change the world with community service, and in these endeavors, reap the benefits of personal health. The Teens for Greens is a program that challenges teens to eat well-balanced meals and exercise at least 30 minutes a day. Included on the challenge page is a daily activity journal for tracking progress. The Do Something generation even welcomes old people. To prove they mean this, they point out that the Do Something Foundation CEO, who is 35, is an old person.

Each month, teens are challenged in three areas: community building, health, and the environment. The Do Something Foundation concept and organization is a terrific idea and approach to getting youth moving and health aware, all with the intention of making this world a better place. Cancer prevention for the individual and the planet! From an old person -- very cool!