Research
Metabolic adaptation
Obesity is linked to the risk of developing and dying from cancer.
Healthcare providers should prioritize discussions about weight management with cancer patients.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
Obesity is increasingly being linked to the risk of developing and dying from cancer.
Why this rating
The claim is based on a recognized initiative by ASCO, indicating a strong consensus.
Source
American Society of Clinical Oncology Obesity Initiative: Rationale, Progress, and Future Directions
Jennifer A. Ligibel et al. · Journal of Clinical Oncology · 2016
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