Hidden fat in slim women: could exercise and diet cut breast cancer risk?
NCT ID NCT04267796
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a lifestyle program combining aerobic exercise, strength training, and dietary coaching can reduce breast cancer risk in normal-weight postmenopausal women. The goal is to lower body fat and inflammation, which are linked to higher cancer risk even in women with a healthy BMI. The trial will enroll 40 women to see if the program is feasible and if participants stick with it.
What this could mean
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Active substance
lifestyle intervention (aerobic exercise, resistance training, and dietary recommendations)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a simple diet and exercise program helps lower breast cancer risk in normal-weight women with hidden excess body fat.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply widely. It focuses on adherence and eligibility, not directly on cancer reduction.
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Conditions
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Locations
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States