Your gut is home to trillions of tiny microbes—think of them as a busy neighborhood inside your belly! Harvard researchers found that even about 12 years after precancerous colon polyps were removed, some women still had gut bacteria patterns resembling those seen in colon cancer patients. Less healthy eating and less physical activity were linked to more of these potentially troublesome microbes. The study does not prove that bacteria cause cancer—or that more fiber prevents it— but it highlights why our inner neighborhood deserves attention. Fiber-rich foods such as beans, whole grains, vegetables, and fruit help nourish beneficial gut bacteria. Give your gut bugs a thoughtful menu, keep your body moving, and stay on track with recommended colon screenings
Feed your gut. Move your body. Invest in your tomorrow.
