HealthyPIG Magazine

Oysters are saltwater bivalve molluscs that live in marine habitats such as bays and oceans. They are an important part of the ecosystem, filtering pollutants from the water and providing habitat for other species such as barnacles and mussels. There are many different types of oysters—their salty, flavorful flesh is considered a delicacy around the world. Although these molluscs are best known for their so-called aphrodisiac properties, they have a lot to offer in terms of health benefits. This article reviews the impressive health benefits—but also risks—of eating oysters and explains the best way to prepare them.

Colon cancer is a cancer that starts in the large intestine (colon). The colon is the last part of the digestive tract. Colon cancer usually affects older adults, although it can occur at any age. It usually starts with small, noncancerous (benign) cell clumps called polyps that form inside the colon. Over time, some of these polyps can turn into colon cancer. Polyps may be small and cause few symptoms. For this reason, doctors recommend regular screening tests to help prevent colon cancer by identifying and removing polyps before they turn into cancer. If colon cancer develops, there are many treatments available to help control it, including surgery, radiation therapy, and medications such as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Colon cancer is sometimes called colorectal cancer, a term that combines colon cancer and rectal cancer, which starts in the rectum.