Category: colon cancer

Screening Is Central to Colorectal Cancer Prevention

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Many women mistakenly think of colon cancer as primarily a men’s health issue, which may…

Iron Deficiency May Signify the Presence of a Serious Medical Issue

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One of the most common signs of anemia is feeling tired even when you get…

Vitamin Supplements: Yes, or No?

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A 2023 survey found that 74 percent of U.S. adults take some kind of dietary…

Reduce Inflammation and You May Lower Your Cancer Risk

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You may have heard that chronic inflammation is associated with the development of serious diseases,…

Good News About Colon Screenings

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Most people don’t give their colon a second thought until it’s time for a colonoscopy….

What Happens if You Have Too Much or Too Little Fat in Your Diet? 

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While fat has often been dubbed as a dietary nemesis, it’s important to know that…

Newsbriefs: Flu season; ultraprocessed foods and colon cancer; cod liver oil and COVID-19; big breakfasts and weight loss

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CDC Reports Potential for Extreme Flu Season According to the Centers for Disease Control and…

Ask Tufts Experts: Washing Organic Foods; Instant Oatmeal

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Since they are grown without pesticides, do organic fruits and vegetables need to be washed?…

Ask Tufts Experts: Taking Supplements With Food; Nitrates in “No Nitrate Added” Meats

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Should I take my vitamin and mineral supplements with or without food? Judith C. Thalheimer,…

The Link Between Gum Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease: Fusobacterium Nucleatum

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According to the Cleveland Clinic, periodontitis is a later stage of gum disease caused by…

Ease Symptoms of IBS with Lifestyle Strategies

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Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and/or constipation. But…

Ask Tufts Experts: Steel Cut vs. Rolled Oats; “Net Carbs” Explained

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Why are steel-cut oats preferrable to rolled oats? They can’t be used for baking, take…

Lentils: Easy, Tasty Nutrition

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Lentils may not be a staple in your pantry, but they should be! Easy to…

Liquid Chlorophyll Benefits: Miraculous Plant Supplement or Just a Fad?

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You may have heard about the potential benefits of liquid chlorophyll. People have been dropping…

For Some Women, the Benefits of Hormone Therapy Outweigh the Risks

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Results released in 2006 from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI)—a large, randomized trial that studied…

Best Foods for Gut Health

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When you think about gut health, you are thinking about the last part of your…

Nutrients with the Most Anti-Cancer Properties

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Numerous studies have shown that a healthy diet can lower your risk of getting a…

Nutrition and the Flu; Increase Your Whole Grains

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Get Relief From Constipation

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Bowel movements may not be a common topic of polite conversation, but most people suffer…

Lemon Health Benefits: Reduce Your Risk of Cancer, Anemia, and More

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Lemons are much more than a garnish for your glass of water or fancy cocktail….

Impacted Bowel: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

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An impacted bowel is one of the more unpleasant digestive issues you can experience. Bowel…

The Health Benefits of Raspberries and Blueberries

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Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh blueberry muffins baking or the first bite of…

Performing Self-Exams Can Aid In Early Detection of Skin Cancer

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Skin cancer may seem less threatening than breast or colon cancer, but if you have…

Colorectal Cancer Prevention Can Be As Easy As Having a Screening Test

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The number of colorectal cancer diagnoses in the United States has been decreasing steadily for…

Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy

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Results released in 2006 from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI)—a large, randomized trial that studied…

Antioxidants Help Protect the Brain, but Should Be Consumed in Moderation Only

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They include vitamins C and E and carotenoids, a type of plant chemical that gives…