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Posted 8/8/2012 11:46 PM (GMT 0)
One of the foods I miss most is things like pumpkin/poppyseed bread and pastries/cake. Has anyone noticed that, when in remission, this is ok to consume?

Talking mostly about sugar here, assuming gluten is tolerated.
Posted 8/9/2012 12:17 AM (GMT 0)
When in remission, I've had no problems with adding a little bit of sugar to my diet here and there. However, it's always best to avoid it as it does cause inflammation.
Posted 8/9/2012 12:17 AM (GMT 0)
I eat it with no issues.
Posted 8/9/2012 12:30 AM (GMT 0)
I can eat it without problems when I am in remission.  You may want to try it in very small doses then gradually increase after you know it isn't going to cause you problems.  That is how I test to see how things affect me.  Everyone is different so while it may not bother me, it may put you in the hospital.

 

Posted 8/9/2012 3:27 AM (GMT 0)
I eat whatever I want as well. Of course if I don't feel well one day, I take it easy.
Posted 8/9/2012 6:32 AM (GMT 0)
Sugar is always OK in my diet, but moderation is always a good thing. There are alternatives such as honey or applesauce or other stuff...except the artificial stuff..to add with or instead of.

If I make something myself, I always cut the sugar in half anyway.

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Posted 8/9/2012 11:16 AM (GMT 0)
I read before that IBDers overeat on sugar, more than others. Not sure if this is true. But I know in my case I drank a lot of tea with milk and sugar. In the same statement it was said that you should never consume as much. Just saying.
Posted 8/9/2012 11:40 AM (GMT 0)
The impression I get, after looking at these forums for years, is that those who do well on maintenance meds, and in particularly mesalamines/5ASA's, can more or less eat whateve they want whenin remission, while those of us who dont tolerate maintennce meds- and in particular those of us allergic to 5ASA's, the gold standard of maintenance meds, have to be much more careful. That said, I once had a ten year med free remission in which I eat. Chocolate bars, cookies, cereals, pies etc galore... Alas, i guess the universe is dishing me out karma now, because a single chocolate bar or bowl of cereal - or even bowl of blueberries or banana nowadays would put me into a full flare.
Posted 8/9/2012 3:09 PM (GMT 0)
I generally try to avoid sugar but I know I eat a little bit in sauces that my mum uses for cooking or when I eat take out. I find honey is a great substitute.
Posted 8/9/2012 4:14 PM (GMT 0)
i can eat it when i am in remission. just on special days like birthdays and holidays. i don't really ever include processed sweets in my diet other when i'm celebrating something. i think i'd be sad if i couldn't enjoy a piece of cake at my birthday party or some pie at thanksgiving.
Posted 8/9/2012 4:40 PM (GMT 0)
Since sugar is an inflammatory, I personally would avoid it while in remission...granted, I don't eat it anyways and I'm still in a flare with my crohn's colitis, but likely because I have some complications with my IBD. But I will add, since dropping refined/processed sugar, things are somewhat better, especially with my overall health...I never feel dragged down and tired like I use to when I consumed refined sugar.
Posted 8/9/2012 4:45 PM (GMT 0)
avoid chocolate?!?!

no way pb4....how can avoid something so divine.
Posted 8/9/2012 4:53 PM (GMT 0)
My first remission was amazing. I didn't even think about having UC. I ate what I wanted and drank alcohol. When I was pregnant I had ice cream every single day! I had a flare after giving birth and even though I'm out of it, this remission is not as solid as my first one. I'm much more sensitive to sugar. I have it just enough to fight the cravings, but I feel terrible if I overindulge.
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