The colon, a vital component of the digestive system, plays a pivotal role in maintaining optimal health. The colon is responsible for expelling waste from the body, and the efficiency of the colon is crucial to preventing disorders and associated health problems. Dr. Mahmoud Ali, the distinguished gastroenterologist and liver consultant at Kasr El Aini, emphasizes the importance of a well-functioning colon in promoting public health.

Dr. Ali highlights the dual role of the colon in absorbing water and essential vitamins from food while facilitating the process of eliminating waste through excretion. However, a defect in this process can lead to the absorption of harmful substances, leading to health complications such as headaches, accumulation of gases in the stomach, and constipation.