Although the relationship between obesity and cancer is not yet confirmed, several studies have found that overweight is associated with the apparition of certain cancers with gastrointestinal, hormonal origin; such as endometrial cancer, breast cancer, and colon cancer. It has been proved that obese women have higher possibilities of breast, endometrial, ovarian and cervical cancer. ... A study made by National Cancer institute estimated that "In 20015 in the United States, about 34,000 new cases of cancer in men (4 percent) and 50,500 in women (7 percent) were due to obesity". Thes...

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Obesity is known to cause many health risks such as Hypertension, Cancer, and premature death. ... Obesity in men is known to raise the risk of colon, rectum, and prostate cancer. Obese women have a higher risk of cancer of the breast, cervix, uterus, and ovaries. ... Childhood obesity represents a threat to the health of the US population that must be considered equal to that presented by AIDS, breast cancer and teen pregnancy. ...

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These surgeries range from breast augmentation, to face lifts, to liposuction (Plastic Surgery). ... They believe that breast augmentation will make them more attractive to men, that face lifts will make them look younger, and that liposuction will make their bodies closer to the ideal, lean body. ... She has large breast, a thin waist, a nice but, long legs, long blonde hair, and a gorgeous face. ... In addition to cancer, prolonged radiation exposure can lead to a dysfunctional immune system, sun and eye burns, cataracts, and photosensitivity reactions to medications (Woo-Ming). ... Wome...

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The function of the corsets was to accentuate a slim waist and bare breasts, and to hold the skirt flat around the hips. ... Some women bound their breasts or wore special corsets to flatten their chests because in this era a flat chest was something to be proud of. ... There is also a strong link between UVA radiation and malignant melanoma, a dangerous type of skin cancer. ... More than one point three million new cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed in the United States this year (The Darker Side of Tanning). ...

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Things such as cancer, allergies, obesity, and diabetes are all types of issues that can originate from the use of additives (Gamble). ... Food additives such as artificial sweeteners such as: aspartame, saccharine, and sucralose have been known to cause cancer in lab rats (Gamble). ... Acesulfame Potassium, can cause cancer and it is found in gum, soda's, and baked goods (The Good the Bad and the Ugly of Food Additives). ... It has been known to cause Leukemia, Lymphoma, Breast Cancer, and has been linked to dizziness, hallucinations, and headaches (The Good the Bad and the Ugly of Food ...

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A team of endocrinologists from the Netherlands describe the case of a previously fit 37-year-old male semi-professional bodybuilder who was referred to them with gynaecomasty (breast development) and severe acne as well as headaches and weight gain. ... Physical side effects: • Cancer • Liver Damage • Feminizing effects in males (growth of breast tissue) • Male attributes in females (deepening of voice, excessive hair growth) • Enlarged clitoris. • Shrunken testicles • Limb loss • Heart disease/heart attacks • Physical addict...

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The effects of Type 2 diabetes are heart disease, kidney disease, gallbladder disease, sleep apnea, cancer, the risk of strokes, and blindness. It has been recently proven that obese women have an increased risk of developing breast cancer, and obese men have an increased risk of developing colon and prostate cancer. ...

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Meat and dairy product fats increase growth of estrogen and testosterone which also increases prostate cancer and breast cancer (Swinglehurst, 1994). ... Since there are cigarettes in the store, that doesn't mean it would be wasteful to not smoke them and give yourself cancer (www.veganoutreach.org). ...

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While at the outset, refined sugar is stored as glycogen (a form of glucose) in the liver, excess glycogen is returned to the bloodstream as fatty acids, which are transported to every part of the body and stored as fat in inactive zones like the breasts, belly, buttocks, or thighs (Dufty 138). ...

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In terms of there being a lack of enough sufficient evidence, there are unproven possibilities that whey protein can improve any of the following: Athletic performance, Asthma, Cancer, Cystic fibrosis, Asthma caused by exercise, Non-alcoholic liver disease, Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, High cholesterol, High blood pressure, Infections developed while in the hospital, Inherited disorders that cause mental and developmental problems, Ovarian cysts, Aching and stiffness caused by inflammation, and several other conditions. ... While pregnant and breast-feeding, there is a lack of evidence/research to de...

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Research has shown that the top health and nutrition concerns in America are associated with severe diseases like diabetes, obesity, heart disease, cancer and hypertension. ... Moreover, I am currently interning at WBHI, a nonprofit organisation whose mission is to help women with breast cancer and heart disease. ...

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Research has shown that the top health and nutrition concerns in America are associated with severe diseases like diabetes, obesity, heart disease, cancer and hypertension. ... Moreover, I am currently interning at WBHI, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help women with breast cancer and heart disease. ...

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For the past couple of days, I have had the opportunity to sit down and record the amount of food that I have consumed. Recording what I intake in my body has allowed me to become conscious of my eating habits and what I need to improve and keep the same. Even though I try to live a healthy lifestyl...

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