Choose You: American Cancer Society – Giveaway

According to the American Cancer Society, about half of all cancer deaths could be prevented if people maintained a healthy weight through diet and regular exercise; avoided tobacco products; and got recommended cancer screening tests. As a busy mom I know, it’s not always easy to incorporate these healthy behaviors into a busy lifestyle! In fact, a new national survey of approximately 2,000 women ages 25-64 revealed that they are so busy being caretakers of others, they have little time to take care of their own health.

Actress Ellen Pompeo, star of “Grey’s Anatomy”, kicked-off the American Cancer Society’s Choose You initiative on May 4th at an event in Times Square, along with national presenting sponsors Sprite Zero and Walgreens. Pompeo “powered up” the Choose You flower icon on the world’s largest digital sign, the Walgreens Times Square Billboard. The event marked the start of the nationwide effort to encourage women across the country to do something they almost never do – to “choose themselves first” so they can stay well and reduce their risk of cancer.

Findings from the American Cancer Society’s 2010 Choose You Survey

In March 2010, the American Cancer Society conducted a national online survey of approximately 2,000 U.S. females ages 25-64 to examine women’s health behaviors and needs. According to the survey, women want better health, but fall short of achieving it. The survey found that 95% of women feel the need to improve their health, yet approximately three out of five women put others’ health before their own. When it comes to women’s specific health behaviors, the survey reveals some eye-opening findings:
·         90% say they fall short of eating a healthy diet
·         85% don’t get the minimum 30 minutes a day of exercise, 5 days a week recommended by the U.S. government
·         76% don’t always protect their skin from the sun
Mom and Noah at Cure Search Walk

To help spread the word about the Choose You initiative, to encourage women everywhere to finally put their health first, I am hosting a giveaway provided by the American Cancer Society.

Last weekend during the Cure Search Childhood Cancer Walk I wore my Choose You shirt shown in the photo.  My family and I walked in memory of my good friend, Teri’s son Johnathon who became an angel at the young age of 3.

Choose You gift box includes:

  • Blue Choose You logo t-shirt (like the one I’m wearing)
  • Choose You logo water bottle
  • Neutrogena sunscreen
  • Swarovski crystal Choose You logo pin
  • $50 Walgreens gift card
  • Few other little goodies

How to Enter:
Leave a comment sharing at least one tip of how you Choose You by living healthy

Additional Entries:
(one entry per comment)

*Give­away is open to all U.S. Res­i­dents 18+  Entries will be accepted until Friday, June 4th mid­night CST.  Any and all comments after that time will not be counted towards give­away entries.  Reader must leave a method of con­tact within comment and must respond within 24 hours of con­tact, oth­er­wise a new win­ner will be cho­sen.  Random.org will be used to select a ran­dom win­ner from com­ments on this post.

Full Disclosure: MommaDJane was provide the same gift box that is being offered as a giveaway prize to show appreciation for helping spread the word about the Choose You Initiative, courtesy of The American Cancer Society.

Giveaway has ended.

Congratulations Jacob for winning the Choose You giveaway and thank you to all who entered.


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  9. By staying active & eatting a healthy meal. I just starting the whole yoga thing and i love it.

  13. I come from a family of smokers. My stepfather was on oxygen and still smoked(Cancer took 1/2 lobe of his lung before taking his life). I chose not to smoke. I walk 3-5 times a week and am teaching my kids that walking is healthy. We walk the mile and a half it takes to go to the movies or mall. I read nutritional information and am teaching my kids the same. I keep fresh fruits and veggies in our house. I’m a foodie so its important to have healthy food choices available. I drink plenty of water and try to add lemon. I limit my caffeine intake. I inherited kidney stones so hydration is important. Tea is a NO NO FOR ME(TANNIC ACID) but lemons actually improve my shot at health.

    Christine
    dazed1821@aol.cm

  14. I exercise a few times out of the week, which mostly includes running. I’am currently trying healthier food choices.

  18. Me & my family recently went organic to live more healthy. We also participate in outdoor activities as a family to stay fit. Everything we do we do together as a family to help everyone stay motivated. We limit our kids from the T.V. & Internet use & replace it with outdoors activity. So far it’s been a wonderful!

  28. I try to prepare healthy recipes when i can or eat more vegtables. I don’t exercise that much as i should, but i do try.

  34. I plant a lot of great veggies in my garden and eat a lot of them fresh and plan to use them a lot more for cooking this year! Plus, I get good exercise keeping up with the garden! It’s a win-win!
    .-= Ashley´s last blog ..A Wet and Muddy Planting Party =-.

  43. giving up- ok cutting down a great deal on junk food and moving my bottom and getting exercise

  52. I have chosen to stop using salt (we don’t put salt out on the table anymore). I’m buying healthier snacks instead of junk food and by getting out an walking almost daily.
    Thanks so much for this great giveaway.
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

  54. I’m an email subscriber.
    Thanks again.
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

  56. I’m a FB fan (Margaret E. Smith)
    Thanks again
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

  57. Subscribed to Behind The Scenes with MommaDJane
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
    Thanks

  58. Having a skin cancer scare myself, I now insist on my family using sunscreen every day no matter if we are just going back and forth to the car and to the store.
    tinap
    tinajanet1@verizon.net

  65. I am a mom, stepmom, wife, and caregiver. I know that when I don’t take care of myself, I am in no shape to care for anyone else. I set aside one hour of “me” time a day. I exercise, read a book, take a bubble bath, or just watch a mindless sitcom… whatever I want. Sounds simple, but REALLY makes a difference in my day!

  69. I try to get some exercise every day! I walk every day that the weather permits with my dog.

  74. I “Choose Me” by making sure I get in 10,000 steps of walking (about 5 miles worth) on most days. I’ve noticed that I’m looking smaller, my clothes are fitting better, and I’m feeling happier from spending all that time outdoors!

  80. I’m doing my best to make up for years of not caring about myself. It’s a long, slow process but I realize I’m worth it now.

    Thank you for this lovely giveaway.

  83. I’m choosing water. I don’t like drinking out of plastic or metal because I think it tastes odd, that leave glass. I just got a really nice blue glass bottle with a screw top. Now I can have water that tastes good to me, and that means I’ll be drinking more of it.

  84. I am going to write down everything I eat on a list on the frig. This way, I will have a visual reminder if I am eating healthy or not!
    topgun34er(at)hotmail(dot)com

  88. I choose me by keeping off the 300+ pounds I lost after gastric bypass surgery by eating right and exercising!

  89. I workout by weight training and running 5 days a week. I also make sure to allow my body some rest time.

  90. I am going to start eating healthier with my family. More fruits and veggies!

  95. I’m planting more veggies in my garden and am looking forward to eating lots of fresh, healthy home grown goodies, and even canning/drying bunches for the rest of the year.

  96. Ever since I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s in August…It has been a struggle to work on keeping myself healthy. I was always so tired, and fatigued. I finally met with an endocrinologist in March & that man has changed my life. I’m feeling better, and in turn – I’m working on myself. I’ve started taking vitamins daily, and I feel good enough to start working out! That is a huge change for me! And a good one.

  98. I am making sure to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and avoid sodas and coffees and other beverages!

  105. I ‘choose me’ by praying and reading the bible early in the morning before everyone gets up. It revitalizes me and gives me the energy to get through the really tough days. I used to be extremely irritable and yelled a lot at my family. Now I am much more calm and able to focus on the main issues at hand. It has changed me for the better in so many ways, including my health, and I continue to grow in His word.

  109. I do pretty good with the eating healthy and getting regular exercise part and I’ve had a few of the recommended cancer screenings as well.

  110. With the weather becoming nicer (finally!), my family enjoys evening walks together.

  117. I’m eliminating stress out of my life, by not worrying about things I can’t control.

  121. I will choose me by eating antioxidant rich foods, swimming and learning to relax!

  128. After 12 years of smoking, I have finally quit. I quit on January 11th this year and have remained smoke free. I am working very hard to remain committed to this for mine and my family’s health.

  132. I take my medications as directed and see my doctor regularly for check-ups or any problems.

  133. I shop the outside of the grocery store only that way I choose healthier foods.

  134. I have never really exercised before and now I am working out at least 3 times a week!

  142. I eat lots of fruits and vegetables, have cut down on red meat, and go for daily walks.

  144. I am trying to eat more fresh fruits and veggies. I have also started taking walks now that the weather is getting nicer. Thanks!
    jackievillano at gmail dot com

  148. I think this is a great campaign and one that is important for everyone I love drinking Tea!!

  150. Eating healthy, exercising and making sure to wear sunscreen on even overcast days!

  165. I wear sunscreen anytime I’m out in the sun for more than 15 minutes at a time, and I’ve been exercising at least 5 days a week.

  168. I only clean with green cleaning products and I buy organic when possible. I have been eating more fruits and veggies and less meat and fats.

  170. Amom of twin toddlers, and a hubby. I make all healthy meals, at lease on fruit and veggie per meal, we drinks lots of H2O and take daily walks/runs and play outside.

  208. I subscribe to Behind the Scenes with Mamma D Jane via e-mail
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

  211. I walk, I walk every single day, and I have my kids walking. I hope that I can teach my kids healthy habits that they will keep the rest of their lives.

  212. we eat veggies&make sure we do some kind of outdoor activity each day with the family!

    ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com

  229. I have been walking around my neightborhood and swimming to get more exercise.

  236. I started going to the gym every night and started eating better 2 weeks ago! Thanks!

  239. I keep lots of fruits and vegetables in my refrigerator to grab for snacks and sides to meals for my family. It helps us eat more healthy when things are washed and readily available.

  240. Regardless of what needs to get done for the day, I choose me by going for a walk first thing after I get up.

  244. I take vitamins that are thought to decrease the chances of certain cancers.

    Thank you for the entry! This is a great giveaway!

    Nikki

  250. I switched to whole grains and try to eat more fruits and vegetables daily.
    Thanks!

  255. I’m getting my bike refurbished so I can ride more during this beautiful summer.

  260. Thanks for the giveaway…we provide our family with a fruit & vegetable rich diet, get annual cancer screenings i.e. family history, and are borderline “militant” anti-tobacco advocates !!!

  263. I choose to walk daily and I have recently switched fro diet coke to mostly water.

  264. I have started eating more organic foods this year.

    ardy22 at earthlink dot net

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