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Posted 3/12/2008 10:37 PM (GMT 0)
Hey you all, I'm in a flair right now and need a pick me up. Is there anything that you all would recommend outside the normal spectrum of Caffeine...If there are any drinks out there that you think could help please list them. I need help writing a paper and of course I'm in a flair and I need a boost. Help please!!!
Posted 3/12/2008 11:17 PM (GMT 0)
Stay away from sobe essential energy. That stuff gave me the runs like you wouldn't believe!!
Posted 3/13/2008 1:23 AM (GMT 0)
If you're near a blender, you could make yourself a fruit smoothie with banana & soy milk, a little wheat germ, etc. (or lactose-free milk if you're not otherwise intolerant of dairy) Or try Vita Soy or EdenSoy Extra, which come in plain, vanilla, or chocolate flavors. There is also ZenSoy cappuccino that has a bit of zing to it from organic coffee. Good luck with the paper! / Old Hat (nearly 30 yrs with left-sided UC ... [etc.])
Posted 3/13/2008 3:45 AM (GMT 0)
Hey, some vitamin water has helped me in the past; or maybe even a V-8? Good luck with the paper!
Posted 3/13/2008 5:53 AM (GMT 0)
I have been drinking Crystal Light. Its those little packets that you mix into a bottle of water. They have all different kinds. But the one that I like the best is the Strawberry that has caffine in it... And its only like 5 calories too!
Posted 3/13/2008 6:49 PM (GMT 0)
Wow...many of the energy drinks that claim to be low calories are very high in artificial sweeteners...lots of them!

So, please be aware that they can cause discomfort and other side effects that can affect other body parts.

Please read the labels.

I pretty much just drink water and coffee...so, not much help in the suggestion department.

By the way (just my anal tendencies...it's flare...not flair).

quincy
Posted 3/13/2008 11:15 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

i havnt heard this product mentioned on here so far , but my GI gave me a suggestion of drinking something from Nestle called Modulen IBD , it is designed for crohns rather than UC , but might be worth a look. I have to get a prescription for this , not sure it is available without one

comes in a big tin like slimfast but bigger , 6 scoops with 200ml of water twice a day

it mixes up really easy and doesnt make me feel bloated or give any problems

it isnt heavy on energy or calories but must be far better than the standard energy drinks

good luck , be interested to know if anyone else uses it

 

Posted 3/14/2008 12:06 AM (GMT 0)
Hi..I haven't tried Modulen IBD, but it's been mentioned on here in the past. It would, however, be mentioned much more on the CD forum.

I would think it's termed a meal replacement supplment...seems better than any energy drink..

q
Posted 3/2/2023 4:06 AM (GMT 0)
Are there any suitable energy supplements or energy drinks that will not cause you to gain weight? I am still trying to get the weight off from steroids.
Posted 3/2/2023 4:51 AM (GMT 0)
If you are suffering from lower than normal energy after taking steroids then you might be suffering for withdrawal. Mention it to your GI and they may be able help you with your withdrawal symptoms.

B12 injections can help with energy levels
Posted 3/2/2023 12:24 PM (GMT 0)
I'm like Quincy...I drink water and coffee...
Posted 3/2/2023 4:00 PM (GMT 0)
I drink coffee, too.
Posted 3/2/2023 5:50 PM (GMT 0)
Wow...from 2008. I drink tea in the mornings now 😁. Still do coffee and water. I don't like to drink my calories...eating them is much more pleasurable!
q
Posted 3/3/2023 3:20 AM (GMT 0)
DGL, since you're concerned about weight try for small amounts (like 4 oz.) of natural fruit juice + plain water in equal amount as a chaser, or, if you tolerate some dairy, lactose-free nonfat or low-fat milk. A few weeks back I happened to see an organic, lowfat, lactose-free chocolate milk at the neighborhood market so I decided to try it as mid-afternoon snack. (4 oz. to start.) I did fine with that and it really tasted yummy. (A good source of calcium, vit D3, and protein as well, which one needs, especially coming off steroids.) With meals I always stay with plain water. Being super-cautious about what I drink has helped me a lot to stay in remission. I can't tolerate anything very hot or cold so avoid chilled drinks except during 90o+ F. summer weather. / Old Hat (40+ yrs with left-sided UC; in remission taking Colazal)
Posted 3/6/2023 7:57 PM (GMT 0)
Cordyceps militaris mushroom is amazing for energy. I brew it with licorice for energy since I can't have much caffeine in a flare.
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