Charcoal 16 per day?!?! I am using Ultra Flora probiotics....
I'm going through a moderate flare and haven't seen a doc yet (just moved to FL). Any supplements I can take meanwhile to help calm this flare?? Besides probiotics....Bone broth protein maybe? Thanks...
I've been on the pill for a long time and have had flares during that time as well. I haven't gotten pregnant either, thank goodness! : )...
Wow, thanks for the great ideas/suggestions! I will probably increase my Metamucil intake for another 2 a day (total of 4 daily). I also read about the olive oil so I'll try to incorporate it in my...
I'm am experiencing constipation now and I'm not sure what is causing this as I have not changed my diet or meds. I used to go every morning like clockwork! For two months after getting over a...
Hi there! Just wanted to chime in regarding my weekend with taking those enzymes. I became very confident with the enzymes taking effect immediately so I decided to eat my favorite meals that I had...
Durango Kid: I bought them at a health food store out here in Albuquerque called Sunflower Market. It was about $16.... very worth it! It actually controls gas, noises, and bloating. Hope you can...
Just wanted to give an updated about my battle with tummy noises. I've tried all types of supplements and probiotics but nothing really seemed to help. So wanted to say thanks to those who offered...
I'm bloated constantly and makes me very uncomfortable! I think it could be the Lialda, like Subdued mentioned. I'm going to try to experiment with my diet and see how that goes... Good luck!...
Wow, wasn't aware that I should stay on those enemas for maintenance! I actually still have 2 boxes left (6 enemas each) so I'll stay on them twice weekly. Doesn't it get expensive to continue enemas...
Doors12: Yes, I too was taking Align and felt better for a few weeks and then the noises started creeping up again! I decided to try to VSL#3 (1/2 sachet) and I've actually noticed an improvement. I...
Q, I was on Rowasa for about 2 months, then did it every other day, then every 2-3 days after that. My doc told me I didn't need to take them anymore since my symptoms have improved so much. A...
For me, taking probiotics, metamucil, Rowasa enemas, and Asacol all helped me get into remission. Like Red said, everyone is different so you may want to see if the metamucil is causing you more...
Q, I tapered off the Rowasa about a week ago so no more of that. The noises happen after I eat lunch, snacks, and dinner. They are loud gurgly noises on the left side - always the same exact place....
When I'm flaring, I usually get bad symptoms right away (within 15 mins of eating). But then again, most foods irritate my tummy when flaring. I always think it's the food(s) I eat right before the...
Thanks for the advice guys, I think I just might quit all probiotics and see if gas/bloat/noises continue. If it does, I'm may try the VSL 3 to see if that's my "cure". How long should I be off...
Like journey2health, I wouldn't work out either if I lost weight due to the D. During my severe flare, I only did yoga (and not my usual cardio) because not only did I have the energy, I felt too...
I am hoping that someone can offer some sort of advice for my probiotic question: I've been taking Align for almost 2 months and no relief from gas, bloating, and thunder storms in my tummy! That is...
Truvia is my sweetner of choice and I don't have any negative effects at all. : )...
I've been taking 1 Metamucil tablet every night and seems to work for me! I don't have any blood and I take good, solid poos. I also take Align as a probiotic and seems to help with the gas and...
Thanks Elaine! I'm actually considering continuing Align (I'll be out in 2 days) for my trip and if that works for my tender tummy, I'll probably send the VSL back. I ordered it because so many...
Thank you Songlady & imagardner - that's great advice that I should have thought of before! It's great to pick brains of fellow UC'ers when my brain isn't thinking quite straight - maybe anxiety...
I'm traveling to FL for 1 week in a couple of days and will pick up my newly ordered 30 day supply of VSL #3 tomorrow (I'm taking Align now but will finish it in 3 days). I'm wondering if I should...
Thank you for your responses, very helpful. But I'm wondering if it's possible to have gluten intolerance NOW that I'm trying to recover from a flare? I ask this question because I am not sensitive...
I'm actually feeling the same way. I feel kind of "colitisy" but like you said - no blood, mucous, hardly any cramps but I DO have bloating, cramps, and loose stools. I'm currently taking Rowasa...
Sorry to hear your bad experience! So does this mean that there is such a thing as too many live bacteria to take via probiotics? I'm taking Align but was wanting to take something with at least 10...
Sorry to hear that you've been dealing with awful comments and how you can be cured - I've dealt with this so many times too. My family especially is the most irritating because they THINK they know...
The best milk alternative I've been using for years now is Almond Breeze - it's super delicious and dairy free....
I didn't have any side effects aside from my flaring symptoms of UC... I haven't call them yet though (I've been meaning to). I finished the entire bottle so that is a 60 day supply. I started taking...
Thanks for those who contributed to this thread... it's just as insightful as the rest of the topics. Juju - thanks again for your "experiment" on alcohol (some of us are young and do have social...
I have tried this for 1 month with no significant change to be honest. I'm planning to call the company as ask for a return as they guarantee their product. I got suckered into their advertising and...
Thanks so much for posting that link - I found there will be one in my area soon which I will have my friends/family register for and be involved! : )...
Seems like positive results are soon to come... do you recommend starting with Metamucil or Citrucel fiber caps? Looks like they have different ingredients... which is better???...
Thanks Ikypoo, I'm also trying to incorporate aloe vera juice into my diet - noticed you're already on that... : )...
Zamba, you totally read my mind! Tumeric is also my next stuff to try to help decrease inflammation and control bleeding... I'm also wondering if capsules or powder is more effective. Pregnancy issue...
Thanks pb4, I'm going to stick with it as so many people encourage this. I'm planning to take only 1 a day and work my way up (on an empty stomach). I'll keep you all posted on my experience as time...
Thank you for all who responded - great insight on how it affects different people. There are so many types of fiber out there - curious to try Citrucel with methylcellulose and see how that works on...
Yesterday I tried Metamucil capsules with psyllium husk (1 cap in the morning after breakfast and 1 after lunch). Later that day, I immediately began to have a gassy tummy, loud noises, a few more...
This is a very interesting thread as I consume Flaxseed Oil in capsules at least 3 times/day. The articles that are provided are a bit confusing... Seems like we should take in flaxseed in small...
Ha ha, that's hilarious! Thanks for the laugh - out loud! I really needed that! : )...
You're right, everyone is so different with this crazy disease that it's so hard to tell. It's a "trial-and-error" thing which puts us all in anxiety... Finding humor in our CRAPPY situations always...
Thanks 3timechamp, for the examples of your diet. Question: did you see/feel a difference when you were on special diets as opposed to your regular "eating whatever" diet?...
My current flare has lasted so long that I don't want to go through again. Many people here suggest that if you stay on a anti-inflammatory diet, you will stay in remission longer. Does anyone have...
I've used Gas-X and Bean-o with not much success. Phzyme works a bit better for me but what really helped was probiotics (Align). I used to get LOAD tummy noises and gas but as soon as I started...
Sounds like you're on the right track about eating small portions throughout the day. I also get nervous about being in remission and flaring up again - every little bloat or cramp makes me super...
I'm 32 and live in Albuquerque, NM for about 3 years now. Originally from El Paso, TX where I received my college education. I speak Spanish (obviously). I'm an occupational therapist working at a...
Juju: Thanks for opening this topic - you're absolutely right that youngsters are interested in learning how alcohol affects UC. Congrats on what it seems like a good weekend out! You're experience...
I experimented with a light beer this weekend but to be honest, it was shared with my boyfriend so not really sure how it affected me. I had no true symptoms with the half light beer (I was too...
Interesting... maybe I should try aloe vera juice... Just seems like I'm taking too much! I also wanted to incorporate the fish oil - seems like most everyone w/ UC is taking it. I want to also try...
Hi Pauly, I'm not any diet at the moment because 1st of all - it's too difficult! Breads and pastas don't do that much bloating to me (normal I suppose). I drink Almond Breeze milk and try to limit...