Mar 24, 2022 · When it’s time for your colonoscopy screening, you’ll need to prepare your bowels by cleaning them out beforehand. Adequate preparation is essential to a successful …

Mar 31, 2025 · Preparing for a colonoscopy allows your care team the best chance to spot any abnormalities. Here, gastroenterologist Lavanya Viswanathan, M.D., M.S. shares tips to make …

Jun 27, 2025 · About a week before your colonoscopy, you’ll want to start adjusting your diet. While a high-fiber diet is generally healthy, Dr. Campbell advises switching to a low-residue …

Mar 17, 2025 · While the prep for a colonoscopy may not be pleasant, it’s important to empty out your colon as much as possible before the test. The prep instructions can vary based on your …

Nov 19, 2025 · A study found that MiraLAX with Gatorade, MoviPrep, and SUPREP are the best bowel preps for colonoscopy preparation under real-world conditions. A low-fiber diet is usually …

Apr 18, 2024 · If someone is at increased risk for colorectal cancer, for example, because of family history, more frequent screening may be recommended. Below, we talk more with Drs. …

May 1, 2024 · Colonoscopy prep involves cleaning out your bowels so your doctor can see inside of your colon. It involves strong laxatives and changes to your diet in the days leading up to …

May 4, 2023 · To complete this procedure, your colon must be cleaned out through a thorough bowel prep regimen. There are several different types of colonoscopy prep regimens available …

Sep 15, 2025 · Drink plenty of clear liquids to avoid dehydration during the bowel prep. You might need to split your prep into two doses, starting the night before and finishing before the test. A …

Aug 17, 2025 · In this plan, we incorporate the typical pre-colonoscopy nutrition recommendations by avoiding nuts and seeds, as well as any foods that contain them, for seven days prior to a …