Colon Cancer

In order to have a colonoscopy, the colon has to be empty and clean which does require a little bit of prep work. We're going to walk through some tips on how to prepare for a colonoscopy, including dietary choices, medications, as well as what to expect before, during, and afterwards.

People will use colon cleanses for various reasons. Some believe that when stool that sits in the colon for too long it can release toxins, while others use it to reduce bloating. Your doctor is an excellent resource when determining if you need a colon cleanse and if so how it should be done. In the meantime, here are some different ways to cleanse the colon naturally.