Trulicity, Ozempic, Victoza, and Rybelsus…you’ve probably heard of at least a few of these brand-name drugs on TV. They’re a relatively new class of drugs...
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Alternatives to Colonoscopy
Colon cancer screening guidelines from the US Preventive Services Taskforce, the American Cancer Society and gastroenterology organizations call for most adults to get screened starting...
Don’t Mess Up Your Colonoscopy! My Secret for More Effective—and Gentler—Prep
The typical bowel prep for colonoscopy is often inadequate, which can make the test less accurate. Tips for more successful—and gentler—prep here…
Could Calcium Supplements Lead to Colon Cancer?
If you’re loading up on calcium to safeguard bone density, know this: Those supplements could be causing precancerous polyps.
Secrets to Getting the Best Colonoscopy
Not all procedures give the same level of protection… If you’re age 50 or older, chances are you’ve had a colonoscopy—and maybe more than one....
Avoid an Unnecessary Colonoscopy
Should you really be getting colonoscopies more often than the United States elects a new president? Frequent colonoscopies may be lifesaving for some, but you...
Natural Colonoscopy Prep
I have yet to meet anyone who doesn’t hate preparing for a colonoscopy. Typical doctor’s orders let us drink only clear liquids for a day...