Some types of cancers, including colon cancer, have a tendency to run in families. If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with colon cancer, there are probably many questions running through your mind.
You may have heard about genetic testing. What is the relationship between your family history and your lifestyle, and how do these affect your risk for developing cancer? All these factors play a part, though which may have a greater influence in your specific situation may be difficult to determine.
There are many risk factors that you can influence. Losing weight, eating right, and increasing physical activity levels are good places to start. The preventative effects of antioxidants, such as those found in tea and red wine, are particularly good news.
And no matter what your family history or lifestyle, getting informed is always a good place to begin a positive change.