Obesity, cancer and bacteria in the gut: Scientists explore link

Friday, June 28, 2013 - 01:30 in Health & Medicine

It's well known that obesity is linked to diabetes, heart troubles and other health woes, but studies have also linked carrying too much weight to an increased risk of some kinds of cancer, including esophageal, colorectal, pancreatic and other cancers.

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