Colon health is key to overall wellness, from reducing cancer risk to avoiding constipation and hemorrhoids. Novant Health experts recommend small daily habits for a healthier gut:
- Do: Eat a fiber-rich diet, stay hydrated, exercise, and get screened starting at 45 (or earlier if high-risk).
- Don’t :Rely on processed foods, sit too long on the toilet, ignore bowel changes, or delay screenings.
Struggling with gut issues or want to stay ahead? Novant Health can help.