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Posted 10/7/2015 7:17 PM (GMT 0)
So I'm new to the "Ulcerative Colitis" club, and I'm currently only on 2 Lialda's a day (Which does nothing). But my first appointment since being diagnosed is tomorrow, so hopefully we can find something more effective. Ive been having trouble finding what exactly to eat. NOW i know that everyone is different when it comes to diet, but if i could get some suggestions when it comes to things to completely AVOID & things that do a majority of people well, it would be appreciated. So far chicken (baked) is the only thing thats working (aside from chicken broth). HELP!

P.S. My flare is pretty bad as of lately so i have to be extremely careful when it comes to food.
Posted 10/7/2015 7:31 PM (GMT 0)
Salmon was really easy for me as well as white pasta and dry plain crackers, Rice Krispies were ok as well.

While flaring it's best to avoid fiber and residue so no whole grains, peels, seeds etc...
This will help reduce BMs
Things with carrageenans irritate me and cause more bleeding ( in many dairy products and shakes like ensure)
Posted 10/7/2015 7:53 PM (GMT 0)
When flaring think cooked, bland foods and simple is best. Raw food (such as uncooked vegetables or fruit) is going to give you troubles as it's harder on the digestive system. Avoid high fiber, alcohol, caffeine and red hot spices as they will likely aggravate things.

In the medication front, ask for 4 lialda a day and rowasa enemas.
Posted 10/7/2015 9:15 PM (GMT 0)
Eat cold mashed potatoes with your baked chicken... I swear it did wonders for me (resistant starch).
Posted 10/7/2015 9:49 PM (GMT 0)
Ditto any kind of potatoes , mashed ,baked ,fried etc
I put a banana on Rice Krispies wth skim milk
Chicken works well with me mostly baked
For a sandwich I use sliced turkey on white bread
Had to give up most sweets !! Hate it I used t love candy , cake and cookies
My one treat is half a pumpkin muffin 😺 turn
Posted 10/7/2015 9:57 PM (GMT 0)
Resistant starch (almost any kind of potatoes) is very good for my gut. I avoid insoluble fiber even after reaching remission and gut agrees.

Good veggies while flaring: potatoes (no dairy except butter), well cooked carrots and green beans, cooked spinach.

All meat is good but seafood had to be out even though I love it. That may be IBS not UC but gut happier without seafood :-(

Even though the celiac test says I'm not wheat-intolerant my bleeding stopped when I stopped eating wheat. Now I use Udi's White bread for toast with no problems.

Fruit: when flaring no fruit/juices were tolerated. Now grapes with skins are fine. You will have to see what works for you fruit-wise.

I have a long list of non-tolerated foods but can always find something good to eat at a restaurant and eat really well home-cooking. Last night hubby made chicken cordon bleu, potato pancakes and green beans. Heavenly. I make Korean BBQ chicken thighs that are to die for.

Once you learn what your gut tolerates life gets much better. Good luck.
Posted 10/8/2015 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
"I make Korean BBQ chicken thighs that are to die for"
Maybe you could give us a recipe? :)
Posted 10/8/2015 10:40 PM (GMT 0)

ewafromwarsaw said...
"I make Korean BBQ chicken thighs that are to die for"
Maybe you could give us a recipe? :)

Hope you like them, we are addicted and I never liked chicken thighs before this recipe. Original recipe with my changes in parentheses.

4 cloves garlic (I omit this due to IBS)
1.5 tsp minced fresh ginger
3 Tb. mirin
3 Tb. Korean chili powder or 2.5 Tb paprika mixed with .25 tsp. cayenne (I use 1 Tb. chili powder+2 Tb. paprika)
2.5 Tb sugar
2 Tb soy sauce
.5 tsp black pepper (I omit this)
2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs

Whisk together garlic, ginger, miring, chili powder, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil and black pepper.
Put chicken thighs in glass baking dish or plastic resealable bag and add sauce. Marinate in fridge 1 hour or freeze for future use.

Original recipe said to grill chicken 8 minutes per side. However I discovered it is even better cooked in the oven in the glass dish uncovered. 250-300 degrees for 45-60 minutes but cover after an hour so sauce doesn't dry up, timing is not critical. Chicken breasts are not a good choice as they dry out.

This amount is supposed to serve 4 but we (2) usually just have a little left over for lunch.
You can also serve these as tacos and top with cucumber matchsticks, bean sprouts, kimchi and lime wedges. I just serve the chicken with a veggie and potato side.

I always make a double batch to have one in the freezer for nights I don't have time to cook. Defrost in the fridge all day and pop in the oven. You don't need to make double the sauce (maybe 1.5X amount) recipe makes plenty.
Posted 10/8/2015 11:04 PM (GMT 0)
Not to go off topic, but a "bad flare" and only 2 Lialda is not right. If your doc doe not raise you to 4 Lialda, yo need to get a new doc.
Posted 10/9/2015 12:48 AM (GMT 0)

DBwithUC said...
Not to go off topic, but a "bad flare" and only 2 Lialda is not right. If your doc doe not raise you to 4 Lialda, yo need to get a new doc.

Yeah. I've read this from other posters too from time to time and it really makes me scratch my head. This GI failed UC 101.
Posted 10/9/2015 1:39 AM (GMT 0)
Potatoes (any and all forms- potato chips, baked, mashed), jasmine rice, turmeric, tender meat, eggs, bananas, applesauce, jello, yogurt, dry curd cheese, whey protein shakes, coconut oil, and any junk food really (cake, brownies- they seem to bind me up a little).
Posted 10/9/2015 7:32 PM (GMT 0)
thanks imagardener, it really sounds addictive :), i'll try it this weekend
Posted 10/10/2015 12:21 AM (GMT 0)
Well guys, ironically he changed my Lialda dosage to 4 a day. & he has also prescribed me 4 prednisone's a day for 5 days, then 3 prednisone's for 5 days ect. (lowering my dosage throughout the month). The steroid seemed to work very quick the first day i was prescribed but then i got ahead of myself and ate some barbecue chips, and a mcdouble (No cheese, no pickles) from mcdonalds. So my stomach isn't too happy with me right now. The deli turkey seems to be working out fine though, and suggestions on what to drink? Water is the only think i drink other then almond milk at times. mad
Posted 10/10/2015 3:10 AM (GMT 0)
Peppermint tea can be soothing, especially when your stomach isn't happy with you.
Posted 10/10/2015 1:06 PM (GMT 0)
I hope the medication increase helps you. You should also consider rectal medications because they can work miracles.

While you're flaring, you do need to watch what you eat. Low fiber, resistant starch, bland food, Etc. are ok. I always did well with salmon, those fake crab sticks you can buy in a pack at the grocery store (Weird but I crave that when flaring), bagels and cream cheese, baked chicken breast, deli roast beef. If it agrees with you, try to eat some beef because it's easy to become anemic while flaring for a long time. However, a McDonald's hamburger is not a great way to get iron while flaring. 😀

When I was really sick, I resented having to restrict my diet, especially when I was starving from not eating much. I hope it reassures you to know that once your UC is in remission, you may be able to eat almost anything you want. Keep that in mind next time you want to eat something that isn't good during a flare.

Also, it's a good sign that you want to eat. I think for most of us, when we're in a really terrible flare, food is of zero interest.

I hope you feel better soon.
Posted 10/10/2015 7:05 PM (GMT 0)
The Prednisone will make you ravenous but try to eat well. Look at the ingredients in your almond milk, as many contain carrageenan which is used to induce colitis in lab specimens. Most soy and nut milks contain it, but manufacturers are beginning to exclude it. It is to be avoided at all costs. Since you're on pred why not have a beer? It might be last time. Just kidding! If you notice some mood swings and other side effects of the Prednisone, don't be surprised, do a board search and you will find some good advice. Best.
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