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Alcohol and Ulcerative Colitis: How It Really Affects Your Gut
Alcohol can affect UC by irritating the gut, fuelling inflammation, and disrupting remission. Here’s how to protect your gut.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Aug 187 min read
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I’m Scared to Eat: How Ulcerative Colitis Can Hijack Your Relationship With Food
When UC turns eating into a source of fear, even the gentlest meals can feel overwhelming. Here's how to rebuild trust with food.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Jun 2310 min read
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World IBD Day: Raising Awareness, Sharing Strength
IBD affects more than just the gut. This World IBD Day, let’s talk about what it really means to live with UC, Crohn’s and feel less alone in it.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
May 199 min read
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Ulcerative Colitis and Pregnancy: What to Know, What to Ask, What to Trust
Pregnancy with UC? Here’s what to know, ask, and trust, so you can feel informed, supported, and hopeful.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
May 128 min read
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Stress and the Gut: How to Calm the Chaos Inside
Feeling stressed and flaring? Discover how stress impacts UC and IBD, and simple tools to calm your gut from the inside out.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
May 59 min read
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Myths and Truths About Ulcerative Colitis: What’s Real and What’s Not?
Here are some of the most common myths I’ve seen about ulcerative colitis, along with the truth behind them.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Mar 174 min read
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The Truth About Fibre and IBD
Well Now....when it comes to gut health, fibre often takes centre stage—and for good reason.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Jan 272 min read
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What Your Poop Can Tell You About Your Gut
Well now........ let’s talk about poop. Your stool can be one of the best indicators of what’s going on inside.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Jan 202 min read
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The Power of Food Pairing for Gut Healing
Food pairing is like matchmaking for your gut. The right combinations can improve digestion, boost nutrient absorption, and support a thrivi

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Jan 63 min read
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It’s Time to Face the Truth About Your Gut Health
The dream is clear: remission from IBD, healing from gut issues, or feeling better. Here's the reality - dreams don’t work unless you do.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Dec 30, 20244 min read
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The Gut Microbiome: Your Health’s Tiny Powerhouse
Turns out, there’s an entire world of tiny organisms that call your gut home. This community of bacteria, fungi, and even viruses is known a

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Oct 14, 20242 min read
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You May Have Leaky Gut and Not Even Know It
Leaky gut is more than just a buzzword; it’s a condition that can impact your entire body, sometimes with symptoms that aren’t obviously lin

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Oct 7, 20243 min read
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The Benefits of Fermented Foods for Gut Health
Fermented foods make it to my plate with almost every meal. Whether it's Greek yoghurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha or sourdough bread.

Jacki McEwen-Powell
Jul 1, 20243 min read
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