4 foods to eat on an empty stomach in the morning to cleanse the gut, boost digestion, and lower cancer risk
Starting your morning with the right foods can do more than just give you energy. In fact, if you make the right food choice regarding your breakfast preference, it can protect your digestive system, cleanse the gut, and even lower the risk of serious diseases such as colorectal cancer.
According to Cancer Research UK, colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in the large bowel (colon) and the back passage (rectum).
What’s important to note is that the risk factors for this type of cancer include your age, family history, lifestyle factors, and other medical conditions.
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When it comes to gut health and detoxification, nutrition experts point out that an empty stomach absorbs nutrients more efficiently, making your first meal of the day especially important.
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Research shows that a diet rich in fiber, fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains plays a key role in keeping the intestines clean and reducing the risk of colorectal cancer, which remains the third most common cancer worldwide.
By making small, mindful choices in the morning, you can set a healthier tone for the entire day while giving your body powerful tools to protect itself.
Below are four foods to start your day with in order to lower your risk of bowel cancer.
1. Oatmeal
Whole-grain foods such as oats may protect against colorectal cancer and have benefits on inflammatory bowel disease and coeliac disease, research suggests.
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Oats are packed with soluble fiber, especially beta-glucan, which forms a gel-like texture that traps cholesterol and toxins. It also acts as a prebiotic, nourishing good bacteria, while softening stool and preventing constipation.
A fiber-rich breakfast like oats keeps things moving through the colon more quickly. This reduces the time harmful substances stay in contact with the intestinal walls, which may lower the risk of colorectal cancer.
2. Sweet Potato
Healthline notes that sweet potatoes are rich in dietary fiber, which supports regular digestion, and loaded with vitamin A and beta-carotene—antioxidants that protect colon cells. They also provide potassium, iron, selenium, and copper, all of which play a role in detoxification and immune defense. Their natural sweetness curbs sugar cravings, while their complex carbs release energy steadily throughout the day.
Beta-carotene and selenium work together to neutralize harmful free radicals and ease inflammation in the gut lining, helping protect against cell damage.
3. Lotus Root
Other than being delicious, lotus root is also really good for your gut. It offers fiber that keeps digestion moving, plus protein and vitamin C to help heal the gut lining. It’s also loaded with antioxidants and compounds that help bind to cholesterol and bile acids, helping your body flush out fats and toxins.
Preliminary lab studies suggest lotus may slow the growth of colon cancer cells. For example, a study on Nelumbo nucifera (lotus) leaf flavonoid extracts found they reduced proliferation of HT-29 human colon cancer cells and activated antioxidant defense.
4. Corn
Corn is surprisingly rich in insoluble fiber, which adds bulk to stool, helps food move more efficiently through the intestines, and prevents constipation. It also contains magnesium, which supports smooth muscle function and stimulates intestinal movement.
Studies show that fiber-rich diets, like those including corn, are linked to a lower risk of colorectal cancer because they help sweep away waste and reduce inflammation in the colon.
What also helps cleanse your gut is drinking plenty of water, chew your food thoroughly, include daily exercise, and avoid foods high in sugar.
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