Did you know March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month? It’s not an awareness month that we hear as much about, but it’s just as important as any other. The colon, aka large intestine, plays a vital role in processing the food you eat. It’s the last part of the human digestive system and functions to process and remove waste from our body. A healthy colon is a key to good health.
One key to a healthy colon is a healthy diet. Foods such as yogurt, salmon, fruits, vegetables and olive oil are all shown to help improve the vitality of your colon.
On a personal note, longtime readers of this column know that I have been trying to improve my health over the last couple of years, with decent results. Admittedly, I slip on my commitment to a healthier diet from time to time, mainly around vacations or the holidays. But for the last couple of months, I’ve done really well with cutting back on soft drinks almost entirely, drinking more water and eating healthier foods.
My mainstay for the last couple of months is eating lunch at Chipotle at least three times a week, sometimes more. I get the burrito bowl, usually with chicken or the plant-based chorizo, with no rice. Then I add black beans, corn salsa, medium green salsa, cheese, and guacamole. Most nights for dinner, I will eat grilled salmon, tilapia, or tuna steaks with steamed vegetables as a side.
Combining this with walking more and sleeping longer has led me to feeling better than I have in quite a while. As I have mentioned here before, I am not where I want to be yet. Truthfully, I never will be. Even if I reach a “goal” of mine, I’ll still strive to improve in some aspect. It’s just who I am.
What are some favorite healthy foods that you like to eat? Drop me a line at lee@showcasemagazine.com and let me know.
Taking Care of Your Gut
