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Colorectal Cancer
Culturelle may prevent lesions that can lead to some forms of colon cancer
March 31st, 2005
Experts are encouraged by animal and laboratory research that indicates that a leading probiotic, Culturelle, with its patented strain Lactobacillus GG (LGG), may help prevent lesions that can lead to some forms of colon cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, last year an estimated 145,000 new cases of colorectal cancer were diagnosed, making it the third most common cause of cancer in both men and women. Although mortality rates have declined in recent years due to early detection, colorectal cancer still accounts for 10% of all cancer deaths. In the early stages, colorectal cancer causes no symptoms, making screening important as...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-03-31)
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