A Healthy Colon Starts With a Healthy Diet

When it comes to good colon health, what we eat plays a crucial role in helping to prevent the development of pre-cancerous polyps or cancer of the colon. A healthy diet combined with regular discussions with your doctor and staying on a recommended colonoscopy screening cycle are the keys for preventing a serious colorectal problem. Here are some tips to get you started.

1. Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
   Eat a variety of what are termed “vividly colored” fruits and vegetables such as dark, leafy greens, orange or red fruits and blue or purple fruits. Each offers a different health benefit.


2. High-fiber Foods
   Food high in fiber help keep your colon clean which is important in preventing colon cancer from developing.


3. Water Versus Alcoholic Drinks
   Most people do not drink enough water. Each day strive to drink 64 ounces of non-alcoholic drinks and be conscious not to consume excess amounts of sugary drinks.


4. Whole Grains
   Grains are a good source of fiber which help keep your bowels moving and maintain healthy bacteria within the colon.


5. Be Aware of Red Meats
   Consider limiting the consumption of red meat as they contain high levels of saturated fat.