Talk to your health care provider about your personal and family medical history. Reduce your intake of red meat intake by two servings per week. Eat a low-fat diet high in fruits and vegetables. While recent research has found that fruits and vegetables may not prevent colorectal cancer, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables provides overall health benefits and is still recommended. A single study can not provide conclusive evidence about the value of fruits and vegetables to colorectal cancer prevention.
More research needs to be completed before a definitive answer can be found.
Eat foods rich in folate such as leafy green vegetables and breakfast cereals. While regular screening tests can help prevent colorectal cancer, they can also help detect the disease in its earliest, most treatable stages. Screening tests are generally recommended for those who are 50 and older. However, personal and family history may change that guideline. Talk to your health care provider about which tests you should have and when.