Be careful, obese women are more susceptible to breast cancer

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Having excess weight in fact has a bad impact, one of which is increasing the risk breast cancer. There is evidence to suggest that post-menopausal obese women have a 20-40 percent higher risk of developing breast cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute. However, this does not apply to younger women.

A number of studies have proven the relationship between a higher body mass index and the incidence of breast cancer. Obesity and weight gain also contribute to the mortality rate from the disease.

The reason is that excess body fat can increase estrogen levels in a woman’s body, which in turn can increase the risk of breast cancer. Estrogen is a hormone that can make positive hormone receptors for breast cancer develop and grow. Similarly, about increased insulin levels in obese women which can also be associated with breast cancer risk.

In addition, increased plasma cholesterol in obese women leads to accelerated tumor formation. Also, obesity can lead to chronic low-grade inflammation, a process in which the immune system malfunctions, which can eventually damage DNA and lead to breast cancer.

The relationship between obesity and breast cancer is also not a simple thing. All studies point to the fact that the risk is higher for women who gain weight in adulthood, compared to those who have been obese since childhood. Women who have extra fat around the waist also have a higher risk.

The American Cancer Society advises women who are overweight body weight improve exercise routine. In addition, a healthy diet must begin to be applied in order to control body weight and reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Also read: Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Doctors Reveal 3 Early Signs to Watch Out for

LAURENSIA FAYOLA l PINKVILLA

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