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My concerns as an ostomate
Nathan shares concerns he has as an ostomate and how he addresses them in an effort to help you navigate through some of your worries.
Read MoreDiet With A Stoma – Can I Eat That?
In this blog, Nick shares his experience with diet during his illness and hospital stays. Now he has a stoma, he no longer eats blandly and has even discovered a talent and enjoyment for cooking.
Read MoreDon’t Fear Foods As An Ostomate
Nathan has had his stoma for a long time now and is happy to say he enjoys all the foods he wants to, but immediately after surgery he was given some dietary information that made him fear foods. In this blog, he discusses how that shouldn’t be the case.
Read MoreMy Experiences With Homemade Indian Remedies For Ulcerative Colitis
Aleesha has lots of well-meaning friends and family around her, but some of their suggestions during her battle with ulcerative colitis were quite frustrating. Homemade remedies were never going to ‘cure’ her disease. Read on to learn about her experience.
Food And My Ileostomy
Stephie’s ileostomy has given her the freedom to enjoy food again, but she still has to watch out for certain things like onions and potatoes! Read on for more from Stephie including a few things to consider as an ostomate at meal times.
Read MoreCinderella With A Stoma - An Olive-less Existence
Can you digest olives with a stoma? Rachael shares her experience of a stoma blockage caused by her a biggest food love: olives. Read on to see what happened when Rachael ignored what turned out to be some very important advice.
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