The colon, also referred to as the large intestine, plays a crucial role in our health. As food goes through the colon, salt and liquid are eliminated to prepare it for removal. Colon cancer has been in the news after the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), concluded in late 2015 that processed meat can cause colon cancer in human and classify it as a Group 1 carcinogen. The good news is that colon cancer can be prevented through the following lifestyle factors for up to 50%. Top Tips for Colon Cancer Prevention 1. Eat More Vegetables and Some Fruits Vegetables contain antioxidants and disease-fighting compounds like magnesium. It has been scientifically shown that for every 100-milligram increase in magnesium, the risk of colon cancer decreased by 12%.In addition to magnesium, phytochemicals found in veggies can remove carcinogens and reduce inflammation. Cruciferous veggies are especially beneficial due to their sulforaphane content. ...
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