Colon cancer

Two genes that appear to help stem cells in the intestine burn dietary fat may play a role in colon cancer, according to a new study. read more

The National Health Authority (NHA), the implementing agency for the scheme, has sought special permission from the Union health minister JP Nadda. read more

Aspirin is not just good for treating headaches. Low-dose aspirin can also help in the treatment of cancer and prevent it from spreading through the body, says this new study. read more

Increased health risks have been reported both for high-volume sitting, such as sitting for seven or more hours per day, and for prolonged uninterrupted sitting, such as sitting for 30 minutes or longer without a break. The health risks of prolonged... read more

While the health benefits of vegetables are well-established, many of the mechanisms behind them remain unknown. This study offers the first concrete evidence of how I3C in the diet can prevent colon inflammation and cancer, by activating a protein called... read more

Artificially sweetened beverages, such as diet soda, could be associated with a lower risk of colon cancer recurrence and cancer death, says a new study. read more

Weight loss diet plan: If you want to lose weight fast, keep your gut healthy. It will also ensure that you minimise your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cancer. Here are 9 foods you should include in your diet plan to boost the good microbes... read more

There is growing evidence that triclosan — one of the main antibacterial chemicals incorporated into soaps, cosmetics, mouthwash, and toothpaste — is unsafe. Here’s all you need to know. read more

Add more eggs, fish, mushrooms in your diet to benefit from their concentration of vitamin D. read more

While obesity is known to enhance cancer development, a new study shows that aspirin can counter the effect and boost the body’s defence mechanism against the deadly disease. read more

The impact of different types of red meat and dietary patterns on cancer locations is one of the biggest challenges in the study of diet and colorectal cancer. read more