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Obesity Related Cancers

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The Link Between Weight Gain and Increased Cancer Risk

A meta-analysis of two large prospective cohort studies, the UK Biobank and the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC), found that higher body mass index (BMI) was associated with an increased risk of obesity-related cancer among European adults, regardless of their cardiometabolic disease (CMD) status. The study also revealed an additive interaction between obesity and cardiovascular disease (CVD), suggesting that obesity prevention could lead to a greater reduction in cancer risk among populations with CVD compared to the general population.

via BMC Medicine|

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The Link Between Walkable Neighborhoods and Lower Cancer Risk for Women

Living in more walkable neighborhoods, characterized by higher population density and access to amenities, is associated with a lower risk of obesity-related cancers in women, according to a study. The research, conducted over an average of 24 years, found that women in such neighborhoods had a reduced risk of postmenopausal breast, ovarian, pancreatic, colorectal, and multiple myeloma cancers. Increased physical activity, promoted by walkable environments, has been shown to lower the risk of certain cancers. The study highlights the importance of urban planning in promoting healthy habits and protecting individuals from obesity-related diseases. Walkable neighborhoods were particularly beneficial for women in low-income areas.

via The Guardian|

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