Although there is a strong link between excess weight and cancer, it is complex and we still have more to learn. For example, it is not clear why excess weight is linked to an increase in breast cancer risk in post-menopausal women, but not in pre-menopausal women. It also appears that gaining weight earlier in life, in childhood through young adulthood, may be a bigger risk factor than gaining weight later in life.
The Link between and Cancer
Posted on April 7, 2017 by Deb Hart
Deb Hart
Deb Hart is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. For the last 28 years, she has been helping bariatric surgery patients reach their health and weight goals. She teaches people how to set up a lifestyle that supports a healthy weight. Deb set up her own lifestyle to include lots of long walks with her furry family members, workout classes at her local wellness center, meal prepping, and finding new ways to enjoy foods without added sugar.
