Researchers showed that those at high risk for colon cancer could reverse the progression of their disease by taking curcumin, the yellow pigment in the spice turmeric and curry powder — cutting down on precancerous lesions, and even pre-precancerous lesions. (nutritionfacts.org)
In fact, they have prebiotic effects that may lower risk for colon cancer. (theveganrd.com)
One study in subjects at risk for colon cancer found that 2 grams of ginger extract per day decreased markers for colon inflammation in the same way as aspirin (61). (alivebynature.com)