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Cuomo's Paradox: Obesity and Alcohol May Boost Survival

9/2/2025

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Story summary

Cuomo’s Paradox indicates that obesity and moderate alcohol consumption may improve survival after diagnosis.
Overweight patients often have better survival rates due to energy reserves that support treatment.
Post-diagnosis nutritional needs change, highlighting the importance of personalized care over standard prevention.
The paradox underscores the distinction between prevention and survivorship in nutritional guidance.

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Story summary

Cuomo’s Paradox indicates that obesity and moderate alcohol consumption may improve survival after diagnosis.
Overweight patients often have better survival rates due to energy reserves that support treatment.
Post-diagnosis nutritional needs change, highlighting the importance of personalized care over standard prevention.
The paradox underscores the distinction between prevention and survivorship in nutritional guidance.