Being overweight or having obesity have direct correlations with increased risk of breast cancer. This seems to be particularly true for women who have passed menopause.
Research suggests that being overweight may impact your hormones which can, in turn, increase risk. Maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI) by eating a sensible diet and getting regular exercise, and you may reduce your risk of breast cancer.

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