How many of you have made health-related New Year resolutions? From quitting smoking to losing weight, it's probably fair to say that a large chunk of the population is planning to at least try to be healthier during 2015.

But did you know such resolutions could also prevent your risk of developing different types of cancer? The Marie Keating Foundation has issued 10 lifestyle tips that may help prevent a range of cancers, including lung, breast, bowel and skin cancer.

"The New Year is a time when many of us reflect on how we want our lives to be different, especially our health and our waistlines. The Marie Keating Foundation wants to help people make small, simple changes to their lifestyle that will help them life happier, healthier, longer lives that are hopefully free from cancer," commented the foundation's nurse manager, Helen Forristal.

The top 10 tips are:

-Scale Down - According to the World Cancer Research Fund, there is ‘convincing evidence' that being overweight can increase the risk of a number of cancers, including breast and colon cancer

-Get Moving - Exercise can reduce the risk of cancer. Furthermore, those who are already fit if they develop cancer are often better able to fight the disease

-Butt Out - Aside from the known links to lung cancer, smoking increases the risk of other cancers, including mouth and pancreatic cancer. If you would like to quit the habit, help is available from the HSE QUIT service on 1800 201 203.

-Don't Go Against the Grain - consuming two or more servings of wholegrain per day can reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by up to 40%. Wholegrains can also reduce the risk of breast cancer in pre-menopausal women. They are found in foods such as bread and cereal.

-Trim the Fat - The more fat you eat, the higher your risk of developing pancreatic cancer. Fats should be limited to 20-35% of your daily calorie intake.

-Don't Scrimp on Sunscreen - While most people known that sun exposure increases the risk of skin cancer, many do not know how much sunscreen they should be using. You should use the equivalent of two tablespoons of sunscreen for your body and one teaspoon for your face. Always reapply after swimming and avoid the sun at midday when it is at its hottest

-Arm Yourself With Nature's Anti-Cancer Arsenal - Fruit and vegetables are thought to help protect people against cancer. The daily recommended intake is five portions and you should try to eat a variety of colours

-Be the Designated Driver - Evidence suggests that drinking alcohol increases the risk of a number of cancers, including bowel and liver cancer, so cut down or cut it out

-Be On the Lookout - Some cancers, such as breast and testicular cancer, sometimes have symptoms which you can see or feel, like lumps. Get to know what is normal for your body and if something changes, attend your GP.

-Say Yes to the Test - If you are invited to participate in cancer screening programmes, such as BreastCheck or BowelScreen, say yes. These usually involve quick, painless checks and they could catch cancer in its early stages when it is more easy and straightforward to treat.

According to Ms Forristal, ‘it is never too late to make changes to your lifestyle, no matter what age or weight you are, or no matter how long you have been smoking'.

For more information on the foundation, click here