Me and My Crohn's

The Crisis in Hospital Cancellations: How to Cope with Being Let Down.

My experiences On Friday I was scheduled to have a life-changing operation for which I had been waiting for months. Since March 2018, I’ve had by far the worst flare up I’ve ever experienced and several months ago I officially ran out of treatments. With my list of complications quickly growing and my physical stateContinue reading “The Crisis in Hospital Cancellations: How to Cope with Being Let Down.”

An Inside Look at My Grocery List: Healthy Eating with Crohn’s Disease.

Seeing as if all goes to plan I will be getting my permanent stoma next week, I thought I’d do a fun little post revealing what’s on my current grocery list before my diet changes to adapt to ileostomy life. When a lot of people are diagnosed with IBD, they fear that they will noContinue reading “An Inside Look at My Grocery List: Healthy Eating with Crohn’s Disease.”

Bowel Prep: Why I Prefer Picolax to Moviprep and General Advice for Bowel Preparation.

I think its fair to say that everyone’s stomach churns when their doctor says those dreaded two words: bowel prep. You might be asked to do bowel prep before some types of surgery, invasive procedures like colonoscopies or even some scans, the purpose being to “clear out” your digestive system and either provide a clearContinue reading “Bowel Prep: Why I Prefer Picolax to Moviprep and General Advice for Bowel Preparation.”

Stoma for a Day: An Experiment.

If you’ve been reading my previous posts, you will know that I am about to have surgery to remove my entire colon and get a permanent ileostomy. In preparation, I attended a stoma nurse clinic where I was given an unexpected tool to help me prepare for waking up from surgery: a practice stoma kit.Continue reading “Stoma for a Day: An Experiment.”

Before Stoma Surgery: What to Expect.

Seeing as my ileostomy surgery will take place in less than a week now (yikes!), I have been undergoing all the necessary pre-surgery tasks. The weeks leading up to surgery, particularly one as major as stoma surgery, can be daunting, so I have documented the process so people can see exactly what to expect andContinue reading “Before Stoma Surgery: What to Expect.”

10 Modern Teen Movies to Watch During a Flare Up.

When your symptoms worsen and you’re confined to the realms of your bedroom, the most obvious way to pass the time is to watch films. So, as I’ve had a lot of practice in this department, I have compiled various lists of feel-good movies to cheer you up during a flare. This list is dedicatedContinue reading “10 Modern Teen Movies to Watch During a Flare Up.”

IBD and Alcohol: Why I Don’t Drink.

I am now 20-years old and the closest I ever got to consuming alcohol was the tablespoon of Grand Marnier my mum used to put in our Christmas fruit salad. As I was diagnosed with Crohn’s so early on in my life when I was only 12, I never got into the habit of drinkingContinue reading “IBD and Alcohol: Why I Don’t Drink.”

Meal Planning: Why and How You Should Start Doing It.

Meal planning has become somewhat of a trend recently among bloggers and YouTubers alike, and it’s not that surprising why. But, as someone with Crohn’s disease, I find the benefits of planning my meals extend beyond the typical advantages outlined by those in the public eye. How do I go about meal planning? Firstly, let’sContinue reading “Meal Planning: Why and How You Should Start Doing It.”

Salmon Sushi Rice Bowl.

Sushi is always a great lunch option; its healthy, tasty and filling. This customizable deconstructed sushi bowl is the perfect way to enjoy the flavours and textures of sushi without the fiddly rolling process. It’s also very quick and easy to meal-prep which makes it perfect for people with busy schedules who like to planContinue reading “Salmon Sushi Rice Bowl.”

American Goulash.

I love a great big bowl of meaty, tomato pasta. This Americanised version of a classic Hungarian Goulash is hearty and warming, perfect for the fast-approaching Autumn months. Enjoy it on its own, or with a side of toasty garlic bread. Time: Preparation: 5 minutes Cooking: 30 minutes Total= 35 minutes Serves: 1 Ingredients: 65gContinue reading “American Goulash.”