Vitamins for Ostomates

So I started taking multi-vitamins. I have never really taken them before but since I know my body has some absorption issues now that I don't have a colon I figured I should. I didn't get pills as I'm not sure how well it'll dissolve so I got some gummy Chewables. They taste good but I was wondering what everyone else uses? Have you noticed any difference between certain brands or what form you take it (pill, chewable, gummy or liquid)? Thanks!

Colons absorb water, while the small intestine absorbs vitamins and minerals, so you shouldn't need to take a multivitamin (I don't and I had my colon out 19 years ago) so long as you are eating a variety of food.

You do need to monitor your B12 and vitamin D however as these are most readily absorbed in the terminal ileum and many people with jpouches and ileos are often deficient.

Most importantly, keep up with your hydration. Water is key, if you're thirty avoid sugary drinks and most sports drinks as they will further dehydrate you.

I do take a multi-vitamin, and also use the gummy types because I want to be sure they break down and absorb. I have also taken some in pill form since my surgery, but don't know if they've absorbed properly or not. Any time I DO take a pill that is even kinda big, I cut it in half to help give it a head start in getting broken down.

PoucherInTO covered my thoughts. But I enjoy eating gummie vitamins so those are the ones I'll probably go for now that I'm not on TPN ;)