Bowel cancer is a cancer that starts in the large bowel

Colorectal cancer is more common in elderly above 50 years of age and comprise 2 percent of all cancers. Its symptoms could be disturbed bowel habits like going to the loo more than a couple of times in a day and having alternate diarrhea. In simpler terms, if you notice blood in stools and that is not related to hemorrhoids, recent onset of constipation, incomplete bowel evacuation and a feeling of dissatisfaction after one bowel movement, altered bowel habits, reduced appetite, narrowing of the stool that persists and pain in the abdomen, you must speak to your doctor.

If a person suffers from constipation for a long period of time then the stool should be tested for the presence of blood.

Now here are few tips to keep your bowel healthy:

● Manage weight

● Reduce consumption of red meat and processed meat

● Avoid smoking and alcohol

● Reduce intake of junk food

● Have a proper meal schedule

● Have fiber rich diet

● Increase physical activity