Association of body fat distribution and risk of breast cancer in pre- and postmenopausal women

Conclusion Postmenopausal women exhibited more fat in different body segments, which are associated with increased risk for breast cancer, compared to premenopausal women. Fat mass control throughout the body may be beneficial in mitigating the risk for breast cancer and was not limited to abdominal fat alone among postmenopausal women.
Source: Obesity Facts - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Source Type: research