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Posted 6/4/2009 7:36 PM (GMT 0)
One of the things that I've noticed most since coming down with Colitis is the weightloss. So far as I can tell I've lost around 30lbs perhaps a little more. Also, putting the weight back on seems to be a bit of a challenge. The problem (perhaps not enough calories and carbs) may be in my diet. Those who have experienced this have any suggestions?
Posted 6/4/2009 7:42 PM (GMT 0)
I have lost 7lb it is due to decrease in carbs. Ive never found it easy to put on weight.
Posted 6/4/2009 7:55 PM (GMT 0)
I lost a lot of weight really quickly. For me, it was because I had severe diarrhea and because my appetite was really down.
Posted 6/4/2009 8:05 PM (GMT 0)
During my last flare in December, I lost 20 pounds in less than two weeks but unfortunately, it crept right back up despite efforts not to ... it seems I am having the opposite problem.

have you had blood work to check for anemia and other mineral and vitamin deficiencies? I had severe anemia and low Vitamin D levels which sort of kept the weight off. Now that they are in check with supplements my doc prescribed, I gained back the weight. It is something to look into if you have not already.
Posted 6/4/2009 8:36 PM (GMT 0)

Hellokitty said...
I have lost 7lb it is due to decrease in carbs. Ive never found it easy to put on weight.

Well, I'm going to up my carb and caloric intake and see what that does. At least I'm not alone in with this weight difficulty. Tired of looking like a hat rack. Thanks Kitty.

Robz700
Posted 6/4/2009 8:47 PM (GMT 0)

RH_Texas_Gal said...
During my last flare in December, I lost 20 pounds in less than two weeks but unfortunately, it crept right back up despite efforts not to ... it seems I am having the opposite problem.

have you had blood work to check for anemia and other mineral and vitamin deficiencies? I had severe anemia and low Vitamin D levels which sort of kept the weight off. Now that they are in check with supplements my doc prescribed, I gained back the weight. It is something to look into if you have not already.

Now that you mention it I haven't had that checked into yet. I did notice in these posts that nutrient deficiencies(especially B12) can be a problem with this condition. I guess I just didn't fully realize how much it would influence weight.

Thanks Texas Gal,
Robz700
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