5 things you can do to keep your colon healthy
2020年8月31日 · 1. Eat your veggies and healthy fats. “Research has shown that the Western diet correlates to higher colon cancer rates,” says Salwa Bakkali-Derksen, D.O., an internal medicine provider at Mayo Clinic Health System in Owatonna, Minnesota. “People who eat high-fiber diets are less likely to develop the disease.”
Mayo Clinic Minute: Eating for a healthy colon
2018年3月26日 · According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of death in cancers that affect men and women. The colon is the final part of your digestive tract. Since it's part of the digestive system, the food you eat is an important factor in the health of your colon. […]
Mayo Clinic Minute: Eating right for your colon
2020年3月6日 · Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of death in cancers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The colon is the final part of your digestive tract. Since it's part of the digestive system, the food you eat is an important factor in the health of your colon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute […]
Mayo Clinic Minute: How diet plays a role in colon health
2021年3月9日 · The colon is the final part of your digestive tract. Since it's part of the digestive system, the food you eat plays an important role in the health of your colon. A recent study suggests that dietary patterns and colorectal cancer are linked. The data shows that high intakes of red meat, processed meat, alcohol and other foods can increase ...
keeps the walls of your colon strong, but it can also prevent hemorrhoids or pouches in your colon. It also may prevent colon polyps and, potentially, cancer. A typical American diet is low in nutrient density with larger portions of processed meats and refined grains, such as breads and cereals. Kate Zeratsky
Mayo Clinic Minute: Why millennials should know colon cancer …
2023年3月3日 · Ongoing stomach discomfort and unexplained weight loss can be colon cancer symptoms. "In fact, a lot of the warning symptoms such as rectal bleeding, anemia, change in bowel habits, these are very common symptoms that happen across all ranges of age groups," Dr. Chan says. Most young healthy patients with rectal bleeding won't have colon cancer.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to make colonoscopy bowel prep easier
2024年3月28日 · For many people, one of the most uncomfortable parts of a colonoscopy is the preparation for the procedure. The purpose of a colonoscopy is to examine the colon and rectum for abnormalities such as polyps, tumors or inflammation, aiding in the detection and prevention of colorectal cancer.
Expert alert: Keep your gut healthy and avoid inflammatory disease
2024年8月1日 · — A healthy gut helps lower your risk of developing inflammatory diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract. Victor Chedid, M.D. , a gastroenterologist and IBD expert at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, offers tips people can take to keep their gut healthy and inflammatory ...
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Fecal transplant for treatment of Clostridium ...
2019年9月10日 · ANSWER: Clostridium difficile, also known as Clostridioides difficile and often called C. diff., is a bacterium that causes gastrointestinal symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon. In many cases, antibiotics are an effective treatment.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Increasing fiber intake for constipation relief
2021年8月10日 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I experience constipation almost weekly, and eating bran flakes every day isn’t helping. Are fiber supplements safe to use regularly and long term? Is there anything else I can do? I’m a 53-year-old woman and otherwise in excellent health. ANSWER: When consumed at recommended levels, dietary fiber …