Preventing Colon Cancer and its Recurrence

Although there is no scientific proof that certain foods will prevent cancer, a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables may help reduce your risk of colon cancer. Learn how to make healthier selections and why your cooking method matters here.

Fear is a normal emotion following a battle with colon cancer. Coping with the fear of recurrence is not an easy task; learn how to use this fear to your advantage with lifestyle, diet and activity changes. Reducing your risk of colon cancer recurrence may help you mitigate your fears.

A basic overview of colon cancer prevention plus links to more detailed information on how screening, exercise, diet, and body weight play a role in colon cancer risk.

Overview of the importance of screening for colon cancer prevention.

Overview of the importance of exercise for colon cancer prevention.

Overview of the importance of good nutrition for colon cancer prevention.

Overview of the importance of a healthy body weight and shape for colon cancer prevention.

Hormone replacement therapy may reduce colon cancer risk for postmenopausal women.

Is it safe to exercise with cancer? People often wonder if they should begin or keep doing a program of physical activity after a cancer diagnosis. What type of exercise with cancer is safest? Get the facts on how to exercise safely with cancer.

High C reactive protein levels in the blood signal excessive inflammation in the body. Learn the steps you can take to reduce inflammation, which in turn may lower colon cancer risk.

Smoking may increase your life-long risk of developing colon cancer. Learn how smoking impacts your colon cancer risk and treatment options. Quitting is not easy, but it can improve your colon's health almost immediately.

A colon polyp is an abnormal growth in the lining of your colon. There are many different types of polyps, but only 10 percent of them will grow into colon cancer. Learn more about the types of polyps, the risk for colon cancer and how they are treated.

Survivors of colon cancer face the chance of a recurrence. Learn about the statistics, symptoms and treatment of colon cancer recurrence.

Overview of the colon cancer five-year survival rates by stage. Learn what the numbers mean, how they are used, and how they apply to you.

While your body fights the internal battle against cancer, stop doing these 10 things to help facilitate healing. Your mental and physical health can impact your survival with this disease.