STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Colorectal cancer is rising in young adults, setting off a concerted search for the underlying causes of the increase. So far, answers are hypothetical, but local doctors note ...

The colon is part of the digestive system. It helps the body absorb water and nutrients from food before excreting the waste. It is made up of muscle and located just below the stomach. People ...

The descending colon is a section of the large intestine that passes downward. Its functions include storing food remains before they pass through the rest of the colon and rectum for elimination. The ...

Natural colon cleansing may help with constipation, but research supporting its effectiveness for removing toxins or improving overall digestive health is limited. At-home colon cleanse methods ...