Bowel Research UK

This week's #SupporterSunday is Danny Carlson and his team, who recently completed Scotland Coast to Coast 2024 in aid of Bowel Research UK, raising £1,500! "Many friends have asked whether I am raising money for any charity and its has taken some deliberation to find one that means a lot to me and will really make an impact. In 2020 I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis and know of many friends that have Crohn's disease and other bowel inflammatory conditions. Therefore, it makes perfect sense to raise funds in support of Bowel Research UK" Read Danny's full story and sponsor him and the team today at https://lnkd.in/eK_Gm5qa #BowelResearch #BowelDisease #CrohnsDisease #UlcerativeColitis #IBS #IBD #TeamBRUK

Join us this December for our Virtual Santa Dash and walk, jog, or run 5K from the comfort of your home, local park, or gym. 🎄 Dress up in your favourite festive outfit, complete the distance by Christmas Day, and earn your exclusive Santa Dash medal and goody bag! 👨👩👧 Fun for all ages – bring the whole family along to help fund life-changing research into bowel cancer and bowel disease. 🎁 How to Join: - Sign Up: https://lnkd.in/e8P2ud9p - Registration: £20, covering your medal and goody bag - Fundraising Goal: Raise at least £50 to support our vital research! Whether you run solo or dash with friends dressed as Christmas elves, your efforts will bring us closer to better treatments for bowel conditions. #VirtualSantaDash #BowelResearch #BowelDisease #BowelCancer #SantaDash #FestiveFundraiser #ChristmasChallenge

🎄Christmas shopping for a cause! 🎄 This holiday season, you can help fund vital research into bowel cancer and bowel disease simply by shopping online – at no extra cost to you! Here’s how: ✨ Give as you Live: Shop through 4,000+ stores, and Give as you Live will make a free donation to Bowel Research UK. ✨ eBay for Charity: Clear out and sell on eBay! Donate 10%-100% of your sale to Bowel Research UK, and add Gift Aid to boost your impact by 25%. ✨ Ziffit: Turn your old books, CDs, and DVDs into donations – just scan the barcode and donate the funds! ✨ Savoo: Save on your shopping with Savoo’s voucher codes, and a donation goes to Bowel Research UK each time you shop. ✨ Easyfundraising: Shop with thousands of stores that will donate a percentage of your purchase to us automatically. Support life-changing research this Christmas by shopping online and helping fund new treatments for bowel cancer and other bowel diseases. Get started at https://lnkd.in/dUBdAc5 #OnlineShopping #Charity #NonProfit #Donate #ChristmasShopping #Research #BowelCancer #BowelDisease #BowelResearch

🍲Celebrate the season with a delicious, gut-friendly Pumpkin Soup! Not only is it a warm treat, but pumpkin seeds are packed with fibre and nutrients that are great for your gut. Here’s a simple recipe: Ingredients: • 1 medium pumpkin (about 1kg), peeled and chopped • 1 large onion, chopped • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 750ml vegetable stock • 1 tsp olive oil • Salt and pepper to taste • Optional: a pinch of nutmeg or cumin for added flavour Instructions: 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot, add onion and garlic, and sauté until soft. 2. Add the chopped pumpkin and cook for a few minutes until it begins to soften. 3. Pour in the vegetable stock, season with salt, pepper, and any spices, and bring to a boil. 4. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until pumpkin is tender. 5. Blend until smooth, adding a little extra stock if you prefer a thinner consistency. Pumpkin Seed Tip: Don’t toss those seeds! Rinse, dry, and roast them with a pinch of salt for a gut-friendly snack rich in fibre, protein, and healthy fats. Sprinkle some on your soup to add a tasty crunch too! Wishing everyone a healthy, happy Halloween from Bowel Research UK! 🎃 #Recipes #Halloween #PumpkinSoup #GutHealth #BowelResearch #BowelHealth #Halloween #BowelDisease #BowelCancer

The latest episode of the Bridging the Gap podcast is now available, featuring Bowel Research UK Research and Grants Manager Georgia Sturt. The episode looks at the crucial role clinician-led studies play in improving patient outcomes, especially for those facing conditions that aren't often prioritised by commercial research. Elma Research and Georgia also explore the challenges of early diagnosis and the vital need for innovation in screening methods. 🎧 Listen to the latest episode here: Apple: https://lnkd.in/ebrUNn3g Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eDN8h3G2 Podbean: https://lnkd.in/eWJdqGcW #BowelResearch #ElmaResearch #BowelDisease #BowelCancer #BridgingTheGap #LeadingWithIdeas

At Bowel Research UK, we're excited to support research aimed at understanding how different polyp types influence rectal cancer treatment outcomes. Each year, 11,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with rectal cancer, yet we currently lack the ability to predict which tumours will respond best to specific therapies. This study, led by Ms. Helen Jones at the University of Oxford, focuses on two main types of polyps that can develop into rectal cancer. By examining genetic material from these polyps, the team aims to develop molecular tests to identify their origins. This crucial information could help tailor treatments, sparing patients from unnecessary radiotherapy and directing them towards more effective therapies. Discover more about this vital research and its potential to improve patient care: https://lnkd.in/eCUt3hMa #BowelResearch #RectalCancer #CancerResearch #PatientCare #PersonalisedMedicine #BowelCancer #BowelDisease

The latest episode of the Bridging the Gap podcast is now available, featuring Georgia Sturt from Bowel Research UK. This episode looks at the crucial role clinician-led studies play in improving patient outcomes, especially for those facing conditions that aren't often prioritized by commercial research. We also explore the challenges of early diagnosis and the vital need for innovation in screening methods.   🎧 Listen to the latest episode here: Apple: https://lnkd.in/ebrUNn3g Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eDN8h3G2 Podbean: https://lnkd.in/eWJdqGcW #BowelresearchUK #elmaresearch #bridgingthegap #podcast #leadingwithideas

Feeling proud to share the success of our team members Martina Trapani, Reyad Ahmed & James Rowe running for Bowel Research UK at the Box Hill trails over the weekend. Huge congratulations on hitting your fundraising goals for such a valuable cause! #TeamPENTAX #boxhill #trailrun

We’re proud to partner with Octopus Legacy to offer you a FREE Will writing service. This means you can create or update your Will from the comfort of your own home. While you don’t have to leave a gift to Bowel Research UK in your Will, choosing to do so allows you to create a lasting legacy that supports vital research into bowel cancer and bowel diseases. It’s simple, quick, and makes a meaningful impact. Start your journey today and secure your legacy at https://lnkd.in/et4d4MUm #Legacy #BowelResearch #Wills #OctopusLegacy #MakeADifference #BowelCancer #BowelDisease Octopus Legacy

Three-quarters of Brits risk gut diseases due to a lack of diet variety! 🥦 A survey by Bowel Research UK revealed that 74% of people often stick to the same ingredients in their weekly shop, limiting their gut microbiome's diversity. This is concerning as a diverse diet is linked to better gut health and lower risk of bowel diseases. Dr Saliha Mahmood-Ahmed emphasises that instead of focusing on “superfoods”, incorporating a variety of plants, fruits, vegetables, and grains is key to boosting gut health. With nearly half of respondents unaware of the gut microbiome, raising awareness is crucial, especially among older adults at higher risk of bowel diseases. Learn more and support our mission: https://lnkd.in/eBbQ25AN #GutHealth #BowelResearch #Microbiome #HealthyEating #BowelCancer #BowelDisease #DietVariety #Bowels