Cancer, Colon -Catherine Sinclair Has More Health Info

Colon Cancer Prevention

Also indexed as: Cancer, Colon

Studies show that diet and lifestyle changes may reduce risk of getting this cancer. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. 

Studies show that diet and lifestyle changes may reduce risk of getting this cancer. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

• Eat risk-reducing foodsLoad up on healthy portions of fiber, tomato products, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, kale, cabbage, Brussels sprouts), garlic, and onions, and eat less meat
• Try selenium supplementation Taking 200 mcg a day of this essential trace mineral may offer protection against a variety of cancers
• Go for green teaDrink several cups of green tea a day to benefit from the protective polyphenols found in tea leaves
• Try vitamin C Vitamin C has been shown to improve precancerous conditions in at-risk people

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