They found that the intestinal wall of the colon became more permeable after trauma, changes that were sustained over the following month. (sciencedaily.com)
The glands lining the inner wall of the colon are the sites for most abnormal cell behavior such as uncontrolled cell growth, which results in polyps (non-cancerous growths) and later on in adenocarcinomas or tumors. (cags.org.ae)
Soluble fiber has the ability to sooth the intestinal walls of the colon due to the hydrous gel it forms when soaked. (teechia.com)