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Impact of BMI on breast cancer risk according to women’s life stage. Although body weight control is an effective strategy for preventing breast cancer, women’s life stages should be considered. To prevent breast cancer, a low BMI is not recommended during the pre-menopausal stage; a high BMI is not recommended during the post-menopausal stage.
