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If you’re at average risk, it’s recommended that you get your first colonoscopy at age 45
Knowing your family history and getting a genetic test can help detect colorectal cancer earlier
Know your risks for this highly preventable disease
Studies show the high health cost of spending hours in a chair
A steady increase in cases in those younger than 50 started decades ago
Chronic inflammation from flare-ups can damage the lining of your intestinal wall, making your colon more vulnerable to cancer
Colonoscopy is most common, but there are other options, too
At-home screening options can be good detection tools, but a colonoscopy remains the gold standard
Colonoscopies and sigmoidoscopies are types of endoscopies, procedures that look at the health of your large intestine
Larger polyps can be difficult to remove, but there are options
Not all polyps turn into cancer, but they should all be removed
It’s a slow-moving process that offers an opportunity for early detection and treatment
Get lots of fiber, cut back on red meat and limit your alcohol intake
From blackberries to barley, healthy high-fiber foods are plentiful