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Dietary restrictions

Thu, June 18, 2009 5:06 PM

I am currently experiencing a massive flare-up, while also trying to train for a marathon. My doctor has told me to stay away from all foods containing complex carbs, ALL sugar substitutes, high fructose corn syrup, high fiber, whole grains, etc. My question is: what's left???? (besides water)

smb3k
Joined Jun 18, 2009

Thu, July 09, 2009 12:00 AM

Reply posted for dbmontana.

I have been training for a marathon (for Leukemia/Lymphoma) too, mine is Sept 27 but I think I may have to drop out because my colitis is flaring up and my whole body from my neck to my toes hurts. I can barely walk for several days after a run. I am afraid I may cause permanent damage to my joints. I have already sent out my fund raising letters so I am really bummed and will feel awful if I can't complete it. This has been a dream for me to be able to complete a goal and show myself and those around me that I am not an invalid.

lablover
Joined Jul 3, 2009

Tue, June 23, 2009 12:00 AM

Reply posted for dbmontana.

Just a suggestion. I just started to drink Smart Water and it has elcotrolyes in it. That might be good for you both.

ashley22
Joined May 18, 2009

Mon, June 22, 2009 4:52 PM

Reply posted for smb3k.

I too am training for a marathon that is July 12. My training was going well until yesterday when I was on a 22 miler and had to stop at 18 due to pain in the colon and a sore achilles. I had never had to stop before and was quite frustrated. When I got home I went to the bathroom and had bloody diarrhea which I hadn't had since February. I think it is from hemmoroids. I am not sure where you are in your training but do try eliminating gluten, all grains (except rice, millet, and quinoa), milk, corn, beans and artificial sugar even splenda. The hardest part for me is staying hydrated and maintaining my electorlytes. I found coconut water to be a great electolyte replacer and easy on the gut. Powerade is gluten free, so I here, but does contain corn syrup. I used it the other day and was ok. Gels upset me so I make sure I carbo load before a big run with a dish made with rice noodles. I am not on any meds but I do take a probiotic and eat lots of flax seed. I also found that when I flare after a run if I mix a Tablespoon of Slippery Elm powder in 16oz of water and drink it I am fine within hours. You CAN do this, UC or Crohns does not have to stop you from living and challenging yourself. Take control. Keep us posted. If you want to contact me I am at hannah.db@gmail.com.

Arrow6
Joined Jan 9, 2020

Sat, June 20, 2009 12:37 PM

Reply posted for patman75.

Thanks for the info and for the links to the sites!! Trying to balance my training and my food intake (and food outtakes) have been draining. I am grateful for any ideas or suggestions!

smb3k
Joined Jun 18, 2009

Fri, June 19, 2009 2:09 PM

Reply posted for smb3k.

Wow, you have a smart doctor.

Sound just like the foundation of foods that are used in the "Specific Carbohydrate diet and the Candida diet" I have been able to reduce my meds and stay in remisson on a low carb diet.

To answer your question, meats, veggies, nuts, good fats and limited fruit. 2 weeks on a low carb diet with supplements and I was have 1-2 formed BM everyday and no urgency.

Read up on this to help you out.

http://www.breakingtheviciouscycle.info/

http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/index.php

patman75
Joined Feb 8, 2009

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