New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- A healthy colon is important for your overall health. Colon polyps are often harmless, but they can be signs of colorectal cancer, which is a leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. The fact that lifestyle changes can help reduce the number of colon polyps.

What is a colon polyp?

Colon polyps are abnormal growths in the lining of the large intestine, Oncosurgeon Dr Tirathram Kaushik tells Health Shots. They can differ in size, shape, and type.

The two main types are adenomatous polyps (adenomas) and hyperplastic polyps:

Adenomatous polyps (adenomas)

Adenomas are precancerous polyps, meaning they can become colorectal cancer over time.

They usually come from the glands in the colon and rectum.

There are three...