As per experts, excess adipose tissue elevates estrogen, insulin, and IGF-1 levels, creating pro-inflammatory, proliferative conditions conducive to tumorigenesis. Mechanisms link obesity to 13 cancer types. Clinical proof indicates that intentional weight loss, including via bariatric surgery, significantly reduces cancer incidence, mortality, underscoring obesity as modifiable oncogenic factor.
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