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dtheriault · 01-06-2006, 11:24 PM

my dad has it and has had part of his colon removed (at 55). I have similar stuff, but not as bad. My dad is a stress case and worries about everything 24/7 and never takes time for himself. He seems to end up in the hospital about every 3 months with one problem or another and fusses about it, but seems to enjoy the attention.

You've got to find time for yourself to just be yourself. I make sure I have time to read books, watch TV/Sports, hang out with friends, get sleep. If I don't then my body will break down and force me to make time for myself. So reward yourself continually tell yourself you're under doctor's orders to relax.

Both my dad and I try to avoid:
1. Large Portions (puts too much strain on the system especially gassy foods)
2. Seeds or anything small and hard that can get caught in the intestine.
3. Soda and carbonated beverages. Beer is a no-no(maybe one): vodka- not so bad.
4. Really greasy foods or foods with sugar and fat like pastries, donuts etc...
5. I also found that artificial additives played havoc. For example I thought italian dressing and ice cream were causing me problems and it turned out that it was the gum stabilizers that were the problem so I switched to homemade dressing and breyers ice cream and it was cool.

But relaxing is the key. I also find that bringing medicine with me everywhere provides a type of comfort level that allows me to relax more when I'm away from home.

Good luck.

01-06-2006, 11:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
dtheriault Psycho Location: maybe utah	my dad has it and has had part of his colon removed (at 55). I have similar stuff, but not as bad. My dad is a stress case and worries about everything 24/7 and never takes time for himself. He seems to end up in the hospital about every 3 months with one problem or another and fusses about it, but seems to enjoy the attention. You've got to find time for yourself to just be yourself. I make sure I have time to read books, watch TV/Sports, hang out with friends, get sleep. If I don't then my body will break down and force me to make time for myself. So reward yourself continually tell yourself you're under doctor's orders to relax. Both my dad and I try to avoid: 1. Large Portions (puts too much strain on the system especially gassy foods) 2. Seeds or anything small and hard that can get caught in the intestine. 3. Soda and carbonated beverages. Beer is a no-no(maybe one): vodka- not so bad. 4. Really greasy foods or foods with sugar and fat like pastries, donuts etc... 5. I also found that artificial additives played havoc. For example I thought italian dressing and ice cream were causing me problems and it turned out that it was the gum stabilizers that were the problem so I switched to homemade dressing and breyers ice cream and it was cool. But relaxing is the key. I also find that bringing medicine with me everywhere provides a type of comfort level that allows me to relax more when I'm away from home. Good luck. __________________ "Remember, it takes two to lie. One to lie and one to listen." -Homer Unless you are the freakin Highlander, what is the point in learning how to fight with a sword?