That's the crux of this whole matter....each of us is different and can react different to everything. Yes, my gut was in bad shape, but no where near where a lot of other people start out at. I do...
I guess my thinking is...I still need to be careful. I don't want to undo what good has been done. I will still take it slow in introducing new foods, and eating raw things. Just because I'm in...
Hello asdrubale. I'll tell you what I did, but I would suggest finding the yahoo group that's specifically for the SCD. There are people there that have been on the diet much longer than I have, and...
Hello all! Yes, I'm actually back! Just thought I'd share the recent results of my colonoscopy. As a quick refresher...I was diagnosed in Nov. of 09 and told to do steroids and 6MP by my GI. I said...
My kids get tired of me saying, "I'm so sorry babe, I forgot again." I hate that. I also have noticed at times I can't seem to get my words out, and I've always been a very articulate person....
66mp, I never went on the drugs. I chose from the start to try this the natural way first. So far, so good. I should have a colonoscopy in another couple of months, and then we'll see how things have...
I can only speak about the SCD. I started SCD right at my diagnosis, and within a month felt relief from almost all my symptoms (gas and bloating, mainly). My blood work continues to come back with...
Hey Lori, I get it! I'm up north of Seattle. We just got pellets for our pellet stove today and have it running to keep the chill off. :)...
/community/emoticons/smilewinkgrin.gif Thanks Lizard! Have a blessed day!...
Well, I'll bite and read this later in the week. My family all looked at me sideways when I told them I was going to do this without the major meds. I don't think any one person has an answer yet,...
Sorry Lizard, I'm at the other side of the country!...
Well, let me clarify. I know that only God can cure me. :) BUT...there is no medical/natural cure for Crohn's, and I know that. Lots of theories, but nothing concrete. Also, this disease is a...
I've been seeing a Naturopath since shortly after my diagnosis. I researched the people in my area, and went with this Dr. with a great reputation in the big city and has Crohn's himself. I also...
Hey blueberry....me too! I originally went in to my GP because of side pain, and he referred me to the Women's clinic. They looked at me like I was nuts, said it must be cramps (even though I told...
Well, looks like my ears are almost completely plugged with wax, which is likely causing the ringing and occassional pain. I'm sooooo glad it seems that it's an easy fix! The Naturopath did a flush...
No, it's not "all in your head." /community/emoticons/tongue.gif ...
Okay, is this some weird side-effect of Crohn's? about 2 months ago my ears started ringing. It might have started when I got a bad cold/ear infection, but possibly just out of the blue as well. I am...
We are going on 2 years without a real paycheck, and my Crohn's diagnosis came in the middle of that. I have decent health insurance, but because I"m choosing an "alternate" path, most of it is not...
We just got rid of our cable, and my "little thing" now is going "old-school" with a pen and paper, writing, while sitting on my front porch drinking a cup of coffee and just listening to the...
A friend of mine sells this stuff, from Legacy, right? The company is legit, but I've never tried it for Crohn's, though at first she tried to tell me it would work wonders. Not on your life....I'll...
Sniper, I read your first post to my diabetic husband and he was ROFL also!!! :)...
ROFL!!! Thanks Sniper. /community/emoticons/smilewinkgrin.gif ...
I just got back from a week in Mexico and did just fine! I made some Bacon Wrapped Salmon Skewers to take on the plane with me, along with Cinnamon Crunch cookies and Lara Bars. The Lara Bars, which...
Oh Sniper..........
Wow....you really have been through the ringer. I know there's nothing I can say to make it better, so I won't waste your time with that. I guess I just wanted to say....shoot, I'm sorry? Life does...
My goals today: * Get out an enjoy the sun, if it decides to show up! * Possibly a bike ride or walk with the kids. I know I don't get enough exercise. :) * Do the dishes that have piled up AGAIN!!!...
Possibly Enteral Nutrition might be an option at this point? Look up "Writer" and what she has to say about it on this forum, or anyone else who has done that. Do you keep a food journal? I know it's...
"Watch me Mommy!" yelled my 7 year-old daughter in delight as she ran down the sidewalk today, skipping cracks and seeing how far she can jump. I watched, and smiled. Too soon, I will be "mom," and...
Oh Sniper, so sorry that one more thing is added on to you! My husband has Type 1 Diabetes and has since he was 16. Not sure with your insurance, but look into Continuos Glucose Monitoring (it can be...
Time for some more of the "little things" that keep us going: For me, listening to the rain as I went to sleep last night, and then waking up to it again. I love the sound of a hard rain. The endless...
Very well said by everyone. I agree that there is no cure, and that just being symptom free does not mean your are okay. I feel you need to work very closely with your doctor, whatever you choose. I...
Hi Grumpy! I used the Guts to Glory program when I was first diagnosed as a way to get all of the junk out of my diet. I did phase one and phase two, but stopped at phase 3 because I found Breaking...
My favorite has always been adding frozen blueberries to my yogurt, which I can handle just fine. I would usually add about 1/3-1/2 cup of blueberries to a cup of yogurt. And if I need added...
I agree that you should definately get a second (or third?) opinion to make sure. I sure wouldn't want to take drugs if it ended up I didn't need to! Yet, a lot of people here are mild and have done...
Oh my gosh Lyn, that song about the two kingdoms is one of my all time favorites! I can remember singing it in grade school and almost tearing up because it touched me so deep. I'll go back later to...
Welcome! This is a great place filled with LOTS of people who understand!...
That is true for me Zanne. If I wasn't strong on the inside, mentally, I'm not sure that this disease wouldn't consume me in a very short time....
Thanks for the *humor* this morning Sniper! I know it's not a laughing matter when we hurt, but I just love the way you put things. It puts a smile on my face when I read it. :)...
Oh Nanners.....YES!!! Since my Crohn's symptoms are almost non-existent right now, it can be easy for those around me to think that everything is going just fine. I get frustrated though they just...
Hey ClassAction! Good to meet you! I'm a newbie here...just diagnosed last November. I'm with you! I look back at all that has happened in my life and realize the ONLY way I've made it this far is by...
Wow!...
Oh Navy...now you make me cry!!!!...
Ditto! Thank you to all those who have served and are serving in the military. My family will not forget!...
Jean, I was not making fun of you. Please forgive me if my comments led you to believe that. I have hypothyroid as well. I simply say that the SCD worked for me. It is something you can look into, if...
I lost 50 pounds when I changed my diet to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. Basically, I cut out all of the crap. It wasn't and isn't a hard diet for me, but others say it's hard to stick with. The...
My kids (6 and 7) know that their arguing with each other can cause mommy's tummy to not be happy. But the biggest struggle when I'm tired is my 7 year-old girl who is an amazing debater (not sure...
Again, it is so wonderful to hear everyone talk about life. Even though we might not feel like it at all times, we are blessed to be able to get out of bed each morning and live into the moment that...
I was just diagnosed in Nov. 09. No major symptoms...but as we know, a lack of symptoms does not mean the disease is not doing it's nasty work. You asked if anyone was doing anything alternative, so...
Thank you songstress. I too feel that this disease has made me stronger, inside. I never knew the depths of what I had inside of me, before I got Crohn's. What's that verse? Something like, "....as...
Yes!...