The colon is the “large intestine,” part of the digestive system. Colon at the same time does two bilateral functions, helps body in absorbing nutrients, salts and water and expelling waste includes harmful toxins and bacteria along with other materials not wanted or needed by the body.
However, the more modern life becomes, with advanced technologies and health care services, the more rate of colon diagnosed patients increase. For example, the modern diet contains a high proportion of refined and processed ingredients but far less of the fruits, grains and vegetables that help the colon do an efficient job of eliminating waste.
As the matter of fact, the number of colon sufferers is quickly double due to the main cause of living habit, mainly concerning the 4 followings:
1. Alcohol
Research has indicated that alcohol increases colorectal cancer risk. Research has also shown that it lowers it, or that it has no effect at all. So which is right? All of it may be. The key appears to be what kind of alcohol you’re drinking.
2. Diet
Diets high in fat and cholesterol (especially from animal sources) have been found to cause colon cancer. Low-fiber diets have also been associated with increased risk, but the research isn’t as clear.
High red and processed meat consumption can increase risk of in the lower colon and rectum while a plant-based diet is recommended to save your colon.
3. Lack of Exercise
There’s no denying that exercise is good for you. Research has shown that a sedentary lifestyle contributes to colon cancer development. That activity such as jogging, biking or swimming, or job related, such as walking, lifting or digging are good for colon health.
4. Smoking
Long-term cigarette smoking causes colon cancer for two main reasons. First, inhaled or swallowed tobacco smoke transports carcinogens to the colon. Second, tobacco use appears to increase polyp size.