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In a first study, researchers found a cocoa rich diet protected rats from colon cancer. The finding suggests antioxidants in raw cocoa might promote colon health.
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A recent news release touts the potential benefits of drinking Yerba mate tea toward colon cancer prevention. However, what the release does not mention is that Yerba mate tea is also listed as a carcinogen toward the development of other types of cancers as well.
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Eating a diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables is considered one of the top recommendations for averting many types of cancer, including colon cancer.
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People with high blood sugar levels and Type 2 diabetes are at a greater risk for many health problems, including certain types of cancers. Often, diabetics carry excess weight and body fat which increase the risk of cancer as well. A new study of postmenopausal women link elevated blood sugar levels and an increased risk of colorectal cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
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A new meta-analysis that included 25 studies and 2 million participants shows high fiber cereals and whole grains - 3 servings a day - can lower the chances of colorectal cancer as much as 17 percent. Fiber in the diet each day can also cut the chances of heart disease.
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Researchers say they have proven aspirin can reduce the chances of colon cancer by 50 percent. Scientist studied people at high risk for bowel cancer from a hereditary condition known as Lynch syndrome. Next, they plan to find out what the optimal dose is for lowering the chances of bowel cancer.
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Two separate research teams have found a link between a specific bacterium and colorectal cancer. The finding has prompted ongoing studies to clarify if bacteria cause or otherwise contribute to colon and rectal cancer.
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Could ginger root, a supplement known for its ability to settle an upset stomach and fight colds, also help reduce the risk of colon cancer? Results of a new study show that ginger root reduced signs of inflammation of the large intestine, a condition linked to colon cancer.
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Niclosamide, a drug used to treat tapeworm infections, also appears to stop the spread of colon cancer. Scientists made their discovery after evaluating more than 1,200 compounds that possess a specific quality related to colon cancer.
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Debate over whether folic acid supplements increase or decrease the risk of colorectal cancer has been ongoing, but a new study claims the nutrient does neither. Analysis of data from three large trials of folic acid and colorectal cancer risk show the B vitamin has no effect on development of the disease.
