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The link between being overweight or obese and cancer is very well established. But can losing weight reduce your cancer risk? The link between being overweight or obese and cancer is very well established. But can losing weight reduce your cancer risk?

by Ed Yong | Analysis | 30 July 2009

30 July 2009

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CANCER RESEARCH UK scientists have found new evidence that the tendency to overeat could be genetic according to research published in the International Journal of Obesity* today. CANCER RESEARCH UK scientists have found new evidence that the tendency to overeat could be genetic according to research published in the International Journal of Obesity* today.

by Cancer Research UK | News | 12 January 2009

12 January 2009