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The National Cancer Center Japan (NCC) in Tokyo released updated recommendations on June 3 for reducing cancer risk, based on evidence from Japanese populations.
The new guidelines take a stronger stance on alcohol consumption, changing the recommendation from reducing intake to avoiding alcohol. The change reflects growing evidence that even small amounts can increase the risk of cancer.
Revised Weight Guidelines for Men
The team also revised its guidance on body weight. It now recommends an upper BMI limit of 25 for men, down from the previous threshold of 27.
According to the researchers, the revision was prompted by studies showing that the risk of certain cancers rises steadily as BMI increases. The change brings the recommended BMI range for men in line with that already recommended for women: 21 to 25.
In Japan, a BMI of around 22 is generally considered ideal for health and longevity among adults. The World Health Organization classifies a BMI of 25 or higher as overweight and 30 or higher as obese.
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Author: Tomohiro Murakami, The Sankei Shimbun
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