Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer among both men and women, and it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Sadly, colorectal cancer is becoming more prevalent in younger adults. If you are 45 or older, ask your doctor about screening for this disease – early detection is linked to improved survival rates.
Colorectal cancer doesn’t always cause symptoms, especially at first. That is why getting screened regularly is so important.
Here are some lifestyle factors that can reduce your risk of colorectal cancer include:
- not smoking
- eating a healthy, high fiber diet
- avoiding alcohol
- exercising regularly
- maintaining a healthy body weight