Hi, NewYrsBB -
Yes, I've gained weight - after first losing it! When I had my most recent flare, which was probably also a colitis attack (just didn't know then that I had colitis), I was eating mainly French bread (I'm eating more bread now than I've ever eaten!), rice cereal, rice milk, chicken broth, applesauce, water and Citrucel. Really was afraid to eat. Lost 14 pounds and the D & cramping have cleared up almost entirely! I've gradually added in more foods - still mostly "white" stuff - just started adding fish and chicken breasts a few weeks ago, no veggies yet (need a blender) - and I've started eating lots of soy products. I have to take meds for the colitis, 3x a day, with food - and it's supposed to be more than a snack. So, I find myself eating when I'm not hungry just because I have to. It's a little depressing because I've gained back most of the 14 pounds. Darn! Until I can start eating more protein and veggies, my diet will be heavy on the carbs - and I think that affects how we handle insulin - which can affect the fat storage (I think???). Can't wait to start exercising again! That would be a big help, too.
Blessings,
Kaybee C
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