Trans Fats Boost Risk of Colon Cancer

Posted by SoundHealth on Thursday, March 19, 2009
A high intake of trans fats is associated with an increased risk of colon cancer, according to research published in the[i] American Journal of Epidemiology[/i]. Resea ...

The Mineral Selenium and Omega-3 Fats Protect Against Colon Cancer

Posted by SoundHealth on Thursday, January 28, 2010
Vitamins and minerals found naturally in foods contain powerful phytochemicals. These substances have antioxidant properties and have consistently been linked to offering ...

Study Suggests that Olive Skins Protect Against Colon Cancer

Posted by SoundHealth on Thursday, February 12, 2009
New research has shown that a compound found in olive skins can defend against colon cancer. Researchers from the University of Granada and the University of Barcelona h ...

Ginger Root Associated with Preventing Colon Cancer, Study

Posted by SoundHealth on Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Ginger supplements reduced markers of colon inflammation in a select group of patients, suggesting that this supplement has potential as a colon cancer prevention agent, ...

Vitamin D Boosts Survival From Cancer, Study Finds

Posted by SoundHealth on Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Two new studies have found that vitamin D can improve the survival chances of both skin and colon cancer patients. The studies showed that patients with higher levels ...

Regularly Eating Apples Reduces Bowel Cancer Risk, Study Finds

Posted by SoundHealth on Monday, March 29, 2010
Eating apples regularly is associated with reducing the risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to new research from Poland. The study found that those who ate on ...