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    Cancer risk increases with weight loss; Study

    Study results showed a strong correlation between obesity and cancers of upper digestive system, liver, and pancreas.
    Trainee ReporterBy Trainee ReporterMarch 4, 2024
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    Being overweight is a common problem in today’s world and it leads to many health problems including cancer. Although people are conscious of fitness and a healthy body, there are still many overweight people out there due to busy lifestyles and all. Recent studies have shown that obesity is associated with at least 13 types of cancer.

    In some regions, such as North America, Europe, and the Middle East, obesity rates contribute up to 9 percent of all cancer cases. Within the next 25 years, obesity could surpass smoking as the leading cause of cancer in women in the UK. Therefore, losing weight is an essential health goal.

    Based on recent analysis findings, it has been observed that weight loss is linked with a significantly higher rate of cancer during the 12 months following weight loss, compared to those who did not lose weight.

    For this study, data from around 160,000 health professionals were used, who were observed for an average of 28 years. These people were briefed on their health and lifestyle details every two years up to 2016, and the researchers paid special attention to their weight transitions.

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    The participants in the analysis were divided into three groups based on their level of intention to lose weight. ‘High’ is for those who improved both their diet and exercise, ‘Medium’ is for those who improved either their diet or exercise and ‘Low’ is for those who did not make significant improvements in either of them.

    One significant finding of the study was that individuals who lost more than 10 percent of their body weight were particularly likely to be diagnosed with cancer the following year. However, not all types of cancer are linked to weight loss.

    The research found a strong correlation between weight loss and cancers of the upper digestive system (gullet and stomach), liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. For these types of cancer, the risk was much higher, with chances increasing between three and over seven times. The link was weaker for colorectal and lung cancer, and it did not seem to affect the likelihood of getting breast, prostate, or cancers that affect only women.

    The study relied on self-reported weight and checked in on participants every two years, which might have missed some details. The risk of cancer was highest for those who made the least effort to lose weight. So, if you’re losing weight without trying, it’s important to look at why.

    The analysis reveals which types of cancer may be responsible for unexplained weight loss. If someone loses weight without an apparent cause, doctors may investigate certain cancers in the liver or stomach area to determine the underlying reason.

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    On the other hand, there is ample evidence supporting the benefits of intentional weight loss. For example, a 2022 study showed that individuals who make significant lifestyle changes have a 16% lower risk of developing obesity-related cancers. Similarly, another study from the same year indicated that weight-loss surgery significantly reduces the risk of cancer and death from it.

    It is essential to keep in mind the proven advantages of weight management and physical activity in preventing cancer. Weight management is a complicated domain that includes medication, surgery, and lifestyle changes. In the future, we may personalize weight goals to suit individual health requirements more effectively, thanks to a deeper understanding of what genuinely contributes to overall well-being.

    Recent research suggests that being slightly overweight in old age may not be as detrimental as we once believed and could even be linked to a longer life. This information helps customize approaches to weight management and cancer prevention as we face a worldwide obesity epidemic.

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