Quick link… BMI and cancer
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From The Times (I’m not usually a Times reader but they had one at the barber shop today) comes news of the results and recommendations from one of the largest surveys of cancer research.
On weight and cancer:
A report by the fund published ten years ago linked only one cancer to being overweight. Professor Marmot said the evidence now showed that at least six – cancers of the oesophagus, pancreas, bowel, breast postmenopause, kidney and endometrium (womb lining) – were linked and that the risks were increased by even quite modest weight gains.
On ideal weight and cancer:
Sir Michael said: “A BMI of 25 is fine, but it would be a bit finer if it was lower. The healthiest thing is to be as low as possible within the normal range.” The report suggests moderation in the consumption of red meat, suggesting a limit of 500g (18oz) per person per week. A total avoidance of processed meats is recommended because of convincing evidence that eating meat increases the risk of colon cancer.
Eek, at the low end of the normal range I would be a rather skeletal 65kg (143lbs) at 187cm (6′ 2″).
Though the highlight of this article is the appearance of the sad and rather put upon bacon lobbyist.
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