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magmichele12

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on: Aug 21, 2018
What are the four mechanisms that may account for fiber's role in fighting colorectal cancer?
 
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Rheumatoid arthritis is the correct term for osteoarthritis when it first develops in older people.
 
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katheyjon

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

1 ) Fiber increases the bulk of stool, which can dilute cancer-promoting agents in the colon. 2 ) Fiber helps move stool through the digestive tract, limiting the time cancer-promoting substances are in contact with the intestinal lining. 3 ) Fiber promotes the growth of friendly bacteria and their fermentation by-products, which may fight cancer. 4 ) Fiber binds with bile acids and reduces their concentration in the colon, which may deter the development of colorectal cancer.

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