Alarming trend shows spike in lower GI cancer deaths among younger adults

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→ Rectal cancer deaths rising up to three times faster in specific age group

→ Your daily coffee habit may be quietly reshaping your gut and mood

→ Dementia risk could rise with common food type millions eat every day

Researchers say that rectal cancer mortality is rising significantly faster than colon cancer in younger Americans — and the trend may worsen through 2035. (iStock)

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→ New York fitness trainer and gym owner Kenny Santucci discusses concerns about unverified peptide products for muscle building

Daily wellness boosters

→ McDonald's executive reveals simple menu hacks to help customers get more protein

→ Simple diet change could relieve painful bathroom symptoms, experts say

→ Nutrition experts rank the 5 healthiest nuts for smart snacking

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