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June 13, 2025/Digestive

Why You Should Avoid Colon Cleansing

It’s not an enema or bowel prep, and this colonic hydrotherapy can harm proper colon function

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April 17, 2025/Digestive

Tips on How To Prevent Colorectal Cancer

Focus on exercise, eating healthy and getting regular screenings to help lower your risk

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Rising Rates of Cancer in Young Adults — What You Need To Know

Rates of early-onset breast, colorectal and GI cancers are increasing, but preventive care and a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk

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March 18, 2025/Nutrition

Is Uncured Bacon Healthier or Just Hype?

While uncured bacon is preserved differently, it’s still processed meat and poses similar risks as cured bacon

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November 1, 2024/Cancer Care & Prevention

Does Red Meat Cause Cancer?

Eating red and processed meats can raise your risk of developing certain types of cancer

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October 14, 2024/Digestive

The Best Ways To Get Rid of Hemorrhoids at Home

Try sitting in a sitz bath or taking psyllium husk to help relieve symptoms

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March 15, 2024/Digestive

How Safe Are Colonoscopies?

They might not be fun, but colonoscopies are low-risk, high-reward procedures

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Here’s Why Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease Increase Your Risk of Colon Cancer

Chronic inflammation from flare-ups can damage the lining of your intestinal wall, making your colon more vulnerable to cancer

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Colorectal Cancer Screenings: Endoscopy vs. Colonoscopy vs. Sigmoidoscopy

Colonoscopies and sigmoidoscopies are types of endoscopies, procedures that look at the health of your large intestine

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Colon Cancer in Young Adults: An Alarming Trend

A steady increase in cases in those younger than 50 started decades ago

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