Men's Weight Linked to Prostate Cancer Growth
Obesity, Weight Gain May Raise Prostate Cancer Risks
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"These findings support the view that the development of aggressive forms of prostate cancer may be influenced by environmental effects that occur early in life," says Strom.
Researchers say it's unclear exactly how obesity contributes to prostate cancer risk but possible explanations include hormonal changes, poor diet, and low physical activity.