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Obesity and Cancer: The HIDDEN Link Your Doctor May NOT Have Told You About! | Dr. Jason Fung EP 674

Jul 13, 2024
07:06
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Renowned nephrologist and bestselling author Dr. Jason Fung discusses the hidden link between obesity and cancer, revealing how obesity is now considered a major cause of 13 types of cancer. He debunks myths about vitamins and supplements, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy weight for cancer prevention, comparing obesity's risk to smoking.
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  • Obesity is now recognized as a significant factor in cancer development, likened to the impact of smoking.
  • Diet, specifically maintaining a healthy weight, holds a crucial role in reducing cancer risk.

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Risk Factors for Cancer: Tobacco and Diet

Tobacco smoke remains the largest contributor to cancer, accounting for about 35% of cases. Following tobacco, diet plays a significant role in cancer development, nearly equal in impact. While other factors like radiation, chemicals, and sun exposure contribute, their overall impact is comparatively small. Research indicates that specific aspects of diet, not supplements like vitamins, are strongly linked to cancer development.

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