Colon Cancer
Is Your Diet Related To Colon Cancer Risk?
Colon cancer occurs in the colon/rectum that is located at the lower end of the digestive tract.
It mostly shows no symptoms and can only be detected by health checkups or screening. Although your genes play an important role in your colon cancer risk, making some adjustments in your diet can help you lower your risk for it.
Why and how does diet make such a big impact on colon cancer risk?
First and foremost, what you consume is important for building your immune system, therefore developing a strong immune response. A good immune system can protect you from chronic diseases and lifestyle health conditions.
Foods for a healthy colon
Your colon needs proper quantities of omega 3-fatty acids, vitamin D, flavonoids, and calcium to prevent cancerous growth. Fiber is an important element to promote good, regular bowel movement and limit the build-up of bacteria:
- Vegetables - contain a lot of compounds and antioxidants that are required to develop immunity. They are also a good source of fiber that is essential for a healthy colon.
- Vitamin D - deficiency of vitamin D is a risk factor for colon cancer because Vitamin D is connected to your immune system, thus ensuring that your body can fight back against diseases.
- Omega-3 - helps in reducing the levels of inflammation-causing molecules that can cause cancer.
Cancers mostly occur without any signs or warning but you can make modifications in your lifestyle to enhance your long-term health, reduce your risks of developing cancers like colon cancer, and live a good quality of life. Consume a well-balanced nutritious diet can help in preventing colorectal cancer.
Other preventive tips for keeping your colon healthy and avoid colorectal cancer
- • Consume a healthy diet
- Avoid eating red meat and processed foods
- Control your blood sugar
- Have an exercise routine and follow it regularly
- Manage your body weight
- Quit smoking tobacco
- Control your alcohol intake
- Be regular with your preventive health screenings
Find the tests that you should be including in your preventive health screening package to detect colorectal cancer early, and take actions to prevent it.
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