A little over 10 years ago, Gwyneth Paltrow preached the amazing benefits of a super-restrictive and super-expensive colon cleanse. Suddenly, more people became interested in detoxing their colon, ...

Colon cleanses might not offer the health benefits they claim. Potential risks of colon cleanses include infection, burns, and dehydration. A colon cleanse called bowel preparation is medically ...

The gut is responsible for absorbing all the healthy nutrients in our food. Anything that gums up the system, such as a buildup of toxins, could be affecting your overall well-being. If you haven’t ...

Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. The American Cancer Society estimates that, in 2010, 142,570 new cases of the cancer would be diagnosed in this country. The ...

A healthy colon is essential for digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall wellness. While extreme “cleanse” products often do more harm than good, certain natural foods support your body’s own ...

Colon cancer survivors are living longer than ever, but the vast majority of women treated for the disease have lingering gastrointestinal symptoms, such as bloating and gas, new research reveals.

Symptoms of colon cancer (also called colorectal cancer) are the same for everyone, regardless of a person’s sex or gender. There are no symptoms specific to women. It’s worth noting that some people ...

Women under 50 who eat many ultra-processed foods face up to a 45% higher risk of precancerous colon growths. The Mass General Brigham study linked heavy consumption of these foods to early-onset ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women taking certain bone drugs after menopause appear less likely to develop colon cancer, Israeli and U.S. researchers said Monday. The finding has them excited about the ...