High Fiber Diet Protects Your Colon
You hear the advice on a regular basis: “Eat more fiber.” Food labels are plastered with “high fiber” and “good source of fiber” everywhere you look. You probably know that…
High-Carbohydrate Diet Triggers Colon Cancer
Studies have linked the high-carbohydrate Western diet to colorectal cancer, but scientists have been unsure of just how carbs may trigger the development of the disease. In a recent study…
Gut Microbe Imbalance Linked to Colon Cancer
The gut bacteria composition of people at risk for colorectal cancer differs from that of healthy people, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the National Cancer…
Magnesium and Your Colon
Magnesium is a mineral necessary to every organ in the body. Whole grains, nuts, and leafy green vegetables are particularly rich in magnesium, and although many foods contain magnesium, most…
High Blood Sugar Linked to Colorectal Cancer And More
Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the third leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States. A recent study published in…
Cracking the Gut Microbial Code: Are We There Yet?
“In the future, when you walk into a doctor's surgery or hospital, you could be asked not just about your allergies and blood group, but also about your gut type.”…
Red Meat Has Done it Again
Notable News - I know I sound like a broken record when it comes to red meat, but believe me, it’s really bad for you. On top of being loaded…