Author Archives: Nicky Jacobs

“Not Tonight, I Have a Headache…” Do You Ever Get Bad Migraines? What connection does it have to IBS, IBD, UC, & Crohn’s? At last, here’s an article that proves the connection. In Medscape Medical News, “Migraine Linked to Irritable … Continue reading →

  PPIs – Good or Bad?   Are you on any PPIs?     Proton Pump Inhibitors – what risks do they have in common?     The article below, shows increased risks of Dementia associated with Proton Pump Inhibitors, but as we’ve discussed before, there … Continue reading →

“If This Is Off…” There Is A Strong Connection Between IBS, IBD, UC, Crohn’s, & Thyroid Function  I’m not sure if you’ve ever heard that before either from your GP or Gastro, but studies do bear it out. Per Dr. Christine Barnes, M.D., “…As for the thyroid, IBD sufferers are 6 … Continue reading →

  Epigenics…and You What is Epigenics? Epigenics is defined as: According to Rachael Rettner of www.livescience.com,  “Epigenetics literally means “above” or “on top of” genetics. It refers to external modifications to DNA that turn genes “on” or “off.” These modifications … Continue reading →

You Are Where You Eat? I received an interesting email from Alexandra at Ubiome, that I wanted to share with you. It brings to light some interesting facts. Here it is: “How your microbiome can be influenced by geography” Why … Continue reading →

  Sad News… As you may have seen in the news, as reported by various news outlets, including CNN.com,   As reported by Hollywoodlife.com,   “…but, sadly, [Glenn Frey, founding Member of the Eagles], succumbed to complications from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Acute Ulcerative Colitis and … Continue reading →

  Is Remission Possible? I Say Yes! Permanent Remission is Possible! I’ve been in permanent remission for the last 5 years!   This Alternative and very effective treatment of IBD, UC, and Crohn’s isn’t something your doctor will tell you about. And odds are, even if … Continue reading →

Update Ed.2, #17 – Did You Know This About Your Medications? That’s right… your Doctor may have prescribed you any number of the following medications – for your UC, Crohn’s, IBD: Are you on any of these? 5ASA – Mesalamine … Continue reading →

  Update Ed.2, #15 – Happy New Year!   Wishing you good health, joy, happiness, prosperity, and peace of mind.   Stay on the look-out for new, informative, and exciting Updates in the coming New Year 2016!   _______________________________________   I’ve received many … Continue reading →

  Part 4…UC, & Crohn’s  Cascading Problems Last week, we covered 4 common cascading problems related to IBD, UC, and Crohn’s. In this Update, we’ll cover Part 4. When you suffer from IBD, UC, Crohn’s this can lead to a whole gamut … Continue reading →