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What actually causes colon cancer is a hard question to answer because there can be so many contributing factors for a cancer to form.
Cancers usually start with common stomach problems such as gas, constipation or bloating for example. That’s why it can be hard to detect. Also don’t get worried if you have gas and read this.
Gas happens to the best of us and it is nothing to worry about. If you start experiencing severe gas with pain for long periods of time, now that is a serious case and should be looked at by a doctor immediately.
Let’s have a look at some of the more common factors that CAN lead to cancer or risk the chance of cancer forming.
1. Polyps
Polyps are often mushroom shaped growths that occur inside your colon. They are often harmless but can turn malignant and sometimes cancerous.
2. Age
This can be a big factor for obvious reasons. When we get older our bodies immune systems start to get weaker and all sorts of things can happen because of this weakened state. Research shows that 1 out of 4 people over the age of 50 are likely to develop polyps that lead to cancer.
3. Genetics
Of course! Genes can play a big part of how susceptible you are to cancer. A study has revealed that almost 25% of the cases regarding colon cancer are caused because of some genetic link.
4. Environment
The environment you life in can play a big part in your colon health and your overall health. Heavy pollution or even mild pollution in the air, water or food where you live can be detrimental for your health. From the air your skin can absorb different things, from water and food your stomach. So it is important to live in a clean environment. City folks usually have more trouble with health than country folks just because of the difference in clean air, water and sometimes food.
5. Family
This goes in the genetics category. Does your family have a history of colon cancer? If so you should probably be aware that it can increase your risk of getting colon cancer. Do not become afraid, because if you eat healthy, live healthy and exercise you have a very, very low chance of getting colon cancer.
6. Diabetes
If you are dependent on insulin you are more prone to get colon cancer a recent study shows. If you are diabetic then your risk of getting colon cancer goes up almost 40% compared to people who do not have diabetes.
7. Alcohol
Alcohol is detrimental to the whole body but especially to the liver and colon. Studies have showed that the risk of getting colon cancer increases with alcohol consumption. You can live a great life without alcohol, and if you really need it try to minimize it as much as you can. Your body will thank you!
8.Diet
And last but definitely not least we have your diet. Diets high in any fat but especially from animal sources will increase the chances of colon cancer significantly. Eat a low-fat, healthy diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts & seeds.
Hope this helped, stay healthy!
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