The Cancer Code: A Revolutionary Understanding of a Medical Mystery by Dr Jason Fung - Non Fiction - Paperback

Details. Condition: New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780008436209. Publisher: Thorsons. Age Range: Adult (Non-Fiction). Overview. The Cancer Code: A Revolutionary New Understanding of a Medical Mystery is a bold, science-led paperback from bestselling author Dr Jason Fung. Reframing cancer as a disease rooted in metabolic dysfunction rather than genetics alone, Fung challenges decades of conventional research. Written in the same accessible style that made his diabetes and obesity books global hits, this is essential reading for anyone wanting a clearer, evidence-based understanding of why cancer develops — and what can genuinely be done to reduce risk.. About the Book. In this compelling paperback, nephrologist and bestselling author Dr Jason Fung sets out to answer one of medicine's most persistent questions: why does cancer really happen? Rather than treating it purely as a genetic accident, Fung argues that cancer's development depends heavily on the "soil" — the metabolic environment inside the body — as much as the "seed" of a mutated cell. Drawing on decades of research, he traces how mainstream oncology's focus on genetics has often overshadowed the powerful role of insulin resistance, obesity and poor metabolic health in fuelling tumour growth.. Fung walks readers through the history of cancer research, highlighting where the field's assumptions have fallen short, and lays out a clear, practical case for rethinking prevention. He connects the dots between rising rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes and correspondingly higher cancer risk, explaining the underlying biology in language accessible to non-specialists. The book doesn't just diagnose the problem — it offers genuinely actionable strategies, including dietary changes and intermittent fasting, that readers can use to support their own metabolic health. Combining rigorous research with the practical wisdom Fung has built through years of clinical practice, The Cancer Code is both a serious scientific ar