the specific carbohydrate diet is something that changes how you eat food, by changing what you decide to eat.
Introduction: 4 months ago, diagnosed with UC, From San Francisco, CA, 45 years old. Just back from Thailand where my symptoms were brutal. Intermittent flare ups but still managed to have some fun. It’s f-ing Thailand after all. Symptoms: One week ago: Frequent urge for number 2. Bleeding movements, bloating pain, cramps, gas that I can’t get rid of. My Story: After diagnosis I was… Read More »Chinese Herbs A Cure?
Hey UC’ers, So here’s the deal. My friend CJ Hammer is a chef at a pretty sweet restaurant in Palo Alto, California called St. Michael’s Alley. And I visit him often and help him out when I have spare time in the kitchen. If you’re ever over there, walk back to the kitchen and tell him you know me, and I’ll guarantee he’ll send you… Read More »Introducing Zucchini Lasagna – SCD Legal, Vegetarian, and SUPER Tasty – Recipe Included
Introduction: I’m 39 and was diagnosed last year (Nov 11), I’m currently serving in the Royal Air Force as an Aircraft Engineer and was just working up to running a half marathon when ulcerative colitis stuck. I started having frequent trips to the toilet with blood and lots of mucus then the pain in my side started and after 3 weeks I eventually went to… Read More »There Is Hope, So Don’t Give Up
Introduction: I am 40 yrs old Mother of 2 diagnosed with moderately severe pancolitis in Jan 2006. Work full time. Hate our toilets at work as they are cubicles and have gaps at the top and bottom of the wall ( I know you will all understand that one). Over doctors completely. My Symptoms: Started the SCD diet last Dec, working well when I stick… Read More »Hate Our Toilets At Work – My UC Story
Introduction: I am 43 years old, male, white. I was diagnosed with UC in 1996. I worked in the cruise industry for 14 years and now live in Vancouver, Canada. I play golf at every opportunity. My Symptoms: I currently have my symptoms under control but I do experience flare-ups from time to time. Generally a flare-up goes through stages. It begins with some gas,… Read More »Smoking and UC