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This analysis reveals that weight loss reduces cancer risk in the overweight population, indicating necessary weight management strategies.
Overweight and obesity are associated with higher rates of cancer and account for 10% of new cancer diagnoses annually in the US. Weight loss may reduce cancer risk by attenuating adverse effects of obesity, but greater than 10% weight loss may be necessary to reduce cancer risk.
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