Can weight loss prevent cancer?

K. Y. Wolin, G. A. Colditz

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Abstract

We review and update evidence on obesity, weight gain and weight loss in relation to leading cancers since the International Agency for Research on Cancer report of 2002. Emphasis is placed on the time course of disease and implications for weight control to prevent cancer. We conclude that weight loss could prevent a major portion of common cancers.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)995-999
Number of pages5
JournalBritish Journal of Cancer
Volume99
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 7 2008

Funding

Graham A Colditz is supported in part by an American Cancer Society Clinical Research Professorship.

Keywords

  • Obesity
  • Prevention
  • Weight gain
  • Weight loss

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Oncology
  • Cancer Research

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