Weight Gain

Hello,

I have been a long time reader, but rarely post.  I have had colitis for about 5 years now, ben on all the 5-ASA's.  Currently on Lialda, and 40 of pred for about 2 months now.  I just got approved for remacade treatments, should start next week.  In the beginning of may, I got c-diff, and was on flagyl first, then vanco. My problem is, is that every time I flare, I tend to loose weight.  When I graduated from college (93) I weighed 165, then for several years before I was diagnosed I was at 155.  Since this last flare I have probably lost 15 more pounds, I currently weigh about 122.  Those boost/ensure drinks are ok, but not real thrilled with the taste.  Anyone else have trouble keeping weight on, or even gaining weight?  Any suggestions would be helpful.

Thanks!

Jeff

Try a diet high in protein and healthy fats. Choose protein shake or meal replacement shake mixes - the kind body builders use - instead of Boost and Ensure, which are high in sugars and unhealthy fats. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Begin a program of heavy weight training with free weights, compound lifts. Eliminate or reduce cardio, which burns off the weight you're trying to gain.