1 Colitis: Inflammation of the colon. Inflammatory bowel disease or infections are the most common causes.  Diverticulosis: Small weak areas in the colon's muscular wall allow the colon's lining to protrude through, forming tiny pouches called diverticuli.
Dark green leafy vegetables are great sources of nutrition. Salad greens, kale and spinach are rich in vitamins A, C, E and K, and broccoli, bok choy and mustard are also rich in many of the B-vitamins.he vitamin K contents of dark green leafy vegetables provide a number of health benefits including: protecting bones from osteoporosis and helping to prevent against inflammatory diseases. Because of their high content of antioxidants, green leafy vegetables may be one of the best cancer-preventing foods.
Fruit and vegetables are power-packed foods - they are full of valuable nutrients which have lots of health benefits, including: 1  Fruits give us plenty of fibre, vitamins, minerals , including folate, potassium and vitamins A and C. and phytochemicals (which give the colour) A healthy intake of fruit and vegetables helps to protect against major illnesses, such as heart disease and cancer.