Today is World Cancer Day. Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world. Every year, approximately 12.7 million people are diagnosed with cancer and 7.6 million of them will die from the disease.
For World Cancer Day in 2017, individuals and organizations are adopting the “We can. I can” approach to cancer. This means that organizations and individuals will both do their part to reduce the global burden of cancer.
Constipation isn’t something people commonly talk about. But if you’re feeling constipated, you’re not alone.
According to the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, more than 80 percent of people suffer from constipation at some point in their lives. Here are a few common culprits that cause constipation:
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Of the cancers that affect men and women in the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common. According to the most recent colorectal cancer statistics, over 136,000 Americans were diagnosed with the disease in 2013.
Research suggests that the prevalence of this common cancer may be due in part to emulsifiers. Emulsifiers are additives that are used in most processed foods to improve texture and extend shelf life. They are present in many of the foods we eat fairly regularly.
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According to the Produce for Better Health Foundation, 90% of adults and children don’t eat the proper amount of fruits and vegetables in their daily diets! Poor diet and exercise plans can cause disease, poor weight management, and reduced motivation. This month, take a look at you and your family’s diets and exercises and see if there are ways you can improve.
If you are one of the nearly 18 million U.S. adults who have problems controlling your bowels, or if you have problems with the consistency of your bowel movements (too firm, too soft), there are steps you can take to try to control your digestive health. Learn more about controlling your bowels with this quick debrief!
Everyone’s digestive systems are a little bit different, but there are some easily-identifiable trends with certain foods and their effects on the digestive system. If you have problems regulating your bowel movements, take a look at these lists of different foods, snacks, and drinks and their different effects on the digestive system!
The daVinci XI KCTV5 Interviewed our own Dr. Benyamine Mizrahi about the daVinci XI Machine that he uses to perform minimally invasive colorectal surgeries here… Read More »Dr. Ben Mizrahi and the daVinci XI
Some folks have a hard time dealing with having to get their colonoscopy. It’s very important that you receive regular colonoscopies, however. It’s time to erase some of these common colonoscopy myths.
It’s important to understand what a colonoscopy is for, even if it’s not something you’re necessarily looking forward to. A colonoscopy is a screening exam for colorectal cancer, and is one of the most reliable ways to detect it early. During the procedure, your doctor examines your entire colon and rectum. One of the biggest benefits of colonoscopies is that they can diagnose and prevent cancer, since any suspicious tissues can be biopsied or removed during the procedure.
It’s estimated that almost 40 million Americans are lactose intolerant. Lactose intolerance is a common dietary condition that affects the way people digest dairy products. It varies in severity from person to person, and can mean that a bowl of cereal can either be a healthy start to the day, or a visit to the hospital.