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Screening Is Central to Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Jan 24, 2025 · · Cancer
Many women mistakenly think of colon cancer as primarily a men’s health issue, which may explain why women often delay or skip screening altogether. However, colon cancer doesn’t discriminate—it’s the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths for both women and men. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Read More

Preventing Foodborne Illnesses

Jan 24, 2025 · · Cancer
In the last six months, numerous states have reported an uptick in cases of foodborne infections. In June 2024, 25 states saw an outbreak of Salmonella that resulted in 54 hospitalizations and was traced back to cucumbers. In September 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that … Read More

Understanding Options for Colon Cancer Screenings

Dec 18, 2024 · · Cancer
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and women. While younger adults can develop it, it’s much more common after age 50. Like any cancer, the earlier you detect it, the better. Thanks to recent advancements in screenings, the outlook for … Read More

Benefits of Kefir?

Dec 18, 2024 · · Cancer
Q: What is kefir and does it provide any health benefits? A: Kefir is a fermented dairy drink made by adding kefir grains—cultures of yeast and lactic acid bacteria—to milk. These grains ferment the milk, resulting in a tangy, slightly fizzy beverage with a texture similar to yogurt. Kefir can … Read More

Avoiding Holiday Digestive Distress

Nov 25, 2024 · · Cancer
The holiday season is a time of ­celebration, but it can also trigger digestive discomfort. Rich foods, irregular mealtimes, and stress can all contribute to issues like ­heartburn, bloating, and constipation. However, with some smart strategies you can enjoy the festivities without compromising your digestive health. In this Q&A, Dana … Read More

Holiday drinking

Nov 25, 2024 · · Cancer
Q: What precautions do you have for drinking during the holidays? A: As we age, our bodies process alcohol differently, often making us more sensitive to its effects, such as headaches and drowsiness, which can increase the risk of falls. Alcohol can also interact negatively with many medications, such as … Read More

Get Busy with Green Beans

Nov 25, 2024 · · Cancer
The Folklore. Green beans have graced holiday meals for centuries. Native to Peru, green beans traveled via migrating Indian tribes through South and Central America and on to Europe by way of Spanish explorers. Whether you know them as haricots verts (green beans in French), string beans, or snap beans—green … Read More
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Smells May Prime the Gut to Fight Off Infection

Oct 29, 2024 · · Cancer
Many organisms avoid deadly pathogens by reacting to their smell, but a study published in Science Advances reveals that the nematode C. elegans also prepares its intestinal cells to combat potential threats from pathogenic bacteria. When exposed to the odor of harmful microbes, C. elegans destroys iron-containing mitochondria in its … Read More

Can Your Diet Override Genetic Risk for Disease?

Oct 29, 2024 · · Cancer
The question of nature vs nurture usually refers to a person’s personality and character and asks which one is most likely to determine who you will be as an adult. But the question of nature vs nurture is also relevant to your risk of developing certain diseases. Your genetic makeup, … Read More

Gut Feelings: Your Digestion in Older Age

Sep 25, 2024 · · Cancer
Eating and digestion just happens, right? You chew and swallow, your stomach and intestines do their thing, and whatever is left over comes out the other end. But that’s not how it goes for some older adults, since aging is accompanied by physiological changes that increase the likelihood of bothersome … Read More

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