Living with ulcerative colitis
When i was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at 21, my whole life changed. Living with ulcerative colitis was the hardest challenge I had faced. According to the NHS, 1 in every 420 people in the UK has ulcerative colitis, with people aged 15 – 25 the most commonly affected. The condition causes inflammation in the colon and […]
3 Ways To Prevent Ballooning With an Ileostomy
Ballooning is one of those things that can be frustrating when you are out and about; it occurs when the ileostomy bag blows up with wind, which is usually due to the filter being blocked or becoming wet, causing the bag to come away from the body. If you are looking to prevent ballooning, here […]
3 Ways To Thrive at Work With Ulcerative Colitis and/or Ileostomy
Pexels – CC0 Licence Working with an ileostomy or when you are suffering from Ulcerative Colitis can be very difficult. It’s important to remember that you need to make people aware of the situation, but you are also within your rights to ensure that you can make the workplace as comfortable as possible so you […]
Can you eat pizza with a stoma?
People often ask me, can you eat pizza with a stoma? Does Pizza cause problems with your gut health? Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world, so its no surprise that this question comes up when discussing diet with ileostomy. While there are certain rules to follow and some foods to […]
Top 3 Ulcerative Colitis Snacks
Looking for snacks for ulcerative colitis that are easy to prepare? Are you struggling for food options on bad flare-up days? I always found eating with ulcerative colitis very difficult. My appetite was very low and early on, when I did eat, the unpredictability of food and its impact on symptoms made me paranoid about […]
5 Hobbies That Are Good for Ulcerative Colitis To Reduce Anxiety
Pixabay – CC0 Licence Hobbies are fantastic for every single one of us, regardless of whether we have a medical conditio or not. With Ulcerative Colitis, there is the tendency to edge towards anxiety and stress, and for obvious reasons. This is why we all deserve to live a great life, which is why the right […]
Herbal Remedy To Support Immune System And Boost Energy
Do you want to support your immune system while also simultaneously boosting your energy? If so, then you have come to the right place. Here you’ll find out how herbal teas, such as lavender, chamomile and peppermint could help you to boost your immune system. Source: Pexels (CC0 License) Herbal Tea Herbal tea can help […]
Yoga practices for ulcerative colitis and/or Ileostomy
Pexels – CC0 Licence Yoga is a gift to the world that everyone can use to improve their lives, including those with ulcerative colitis or an ileostomy. It’s becoming increasingly clear that there’s an overlap between our physical and emotional states; if you feel happy and content, then you’ll be less likely to feel pain! […]
Foods to avoid with ileostomy
It is natural to worry about diet and the foods to avoid with an ileostomy. After my surgery for ulcerative colitis I was nervous about eating with my ileostomy. While I have found I can eat most foods in moderation without issue, there were some foods on the not to eat lists that I struggled […]
Ulcerative Colitis Diet Recipes
Are you looking for ulcerative colitis diet recipes to ease your symptoms? Do you find it hard to prepare food when exhausted from a flare up? This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read Disclaimer for full disclosure and more […]