The cancers that obesity and overweight make more likely to occur are those of the bowel (colon and rectum), kidney, gullet (oesophagus), pancreas, and gall bladder, and additionally in women, those of the breast (in postmenopausal women), lining of the womb (endometrium), and ovary. These include some of the commonest cancers that affect people in Europe.
- What is a healthy body weight? Do I have a healthy body weight?
- What do “overweight” and “obesity” mean?
- Do I have a higher risk of developing cancer if I am overweight?
- What are the most common types of cancer related to obesity or overweight?
- What is a healthy waist size? How often should I measure my waist?
- Why should I take action to prevent weight gain?
- How do I prevent weight gain? What will help me to lose weight?
- If I am overweight or obese, is it worth losing weight?
- What foods and drinks are most likely to lead to weight gain?
- How important is being physically active for maintaining a healthy weight?
- What if I am already a healthy body weight?
- How much can I reduce my risk of cancer by maintaining a healthy body weight?