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Does obesity contribute to colon cancer?
short by / on Tuesday, 20 May, 2025
Adiposity-driven inflammation and hormonal imbalance in obesity are increasingly recognized as key contributors to colon carcinogenesis. Visceral fat may trigger cellular changes in the colon, increasing polyp formation and cancer risk. Early screening and weight reduction through evidence-based interventions offer measurable risk mitigation for high-BMI individuals.