PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — "Take care of your colon, and your colon will take care of you." That's an old medical saying that is as true today as ever.
The most important thing you can do in the battle against colon cancer is to follow the appropriate screening with your doctor. There are several great tools to detect colon cancer in its earliest stages and the United States Preventive Services Task Force has laid out a detailed plan that can be a life saver.
But there are also things you can do every single day to keep your colon as healthy as possible. One of the most important things is to increase the fiber in your diet.
You should limit the consumption of red meat and processed foods.
Physical activity is extremely important, and you should exercise whenever possible.
Finally, if you choose to drink alcohol, do it in moderation.
These are all important steps that can make a big difference
KYW Newsradio's Medical Reports are sponsored by Independence Blue Cross.
