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FROM THE DECEMBER 2009 ISSUE

Table of Contents
Ask the Experts
Protect Yourself Against Colon Cancer
Colon cancer usually begins with polyps, small benign growths in the inner wall of the colon or rectum. Some polyps (especially those known as adenomas) become malignant for reasons that are largely unknown. Age is a risk factor: most people who get colon cancer are over 50. Environmental factors—particularly smoking—also play a role, as does family history of colon cancer. The good news: It is possible to detect polyps before they become cancerous, or at an early stage before the cancer has spread. By far the most important way to prevent colon cancer is to get screened. As for other things that may reduce the risk of colon cancer, here’s the latest thinking.   Full Story

FROM THE WELLNESS GUIDE TO DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS

In focus this month: Açaí juice
Confused about all the hype and conflicting info about supplements?  Go to the Guide to Dietary Supplements
FROM OUR RECIPE FILE

Turkey Revisited
Our featured recipe this month is Holiday Salad, which uses leftover turkey and supplies lots of beta carotene and vitamin C.  Go to Recipe

FROM FOUNDATIONS OF WELLNESS
Here are the basics for staying healthy
30 major articles about exercise, nutrition, prevention, and self-care. Go to Foundations