March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month and as it’s such an important issue I’d like to bring it up today.  I’ve written on this topic several times before but according to the American Cancer Society it is the third most common cancer found in men and women, and the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States so I think it warrants attention.
If you are over the age of 50 (or over 40 with risk factors), you should be screened for colon cancer on a regular basis. The schedule for the various screening methods is shown here (discuss this with your physician and decide which one is best for you):
Colonoscopy is the most accurate and best way for this to be done. The procedure is not nearly as bad as you may think, and it just may save your life. Call today to schedule an appointment.  While screening is the best way to catch colon cancer early, it’s just as important to adopt these colon cancer preventing lifestyle habits:
• Eat a high-fiber diet rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans and whole grains
A lot of people have preconceived notions about colon cancer that are not true.  I’ve debunked some of these myths in a post called, “
.”  That post will hopefully shed a little more light on misconceptions such as colon cancer is primarily a disease of men and the elderly which simply are not true.  You can also find more information about the colon cancer screening process in a post I wrote called, “
.”
Colon cancer screening can only make an impact on the war against colon cancer if you get those colons checked and incorporate preventing lifestyle habits.  Spread the word.

everydayhealth.com