Serve a cozy dinner and skip the time-consuming prep and clean-up with these healthy blended soup recipes high in protein, like Tortilla Blender Soup.
A low-fiber diet is recommended after surgery, but what else should you be keeping an eye out for while recovering post-op? Find out in this article.
A classic vegetarian minestrone soup with a rich tomato base and big hearty flavours, made bean free and vegan to make it gut and ostomy/stoma friendly.
You will love this easy, delicious, and creamy vegetable soup. Don’t worry too much about how you prep the vegetables. You should be fine as long as they are all of a similar size. Since this is a blended soup, you do not need to mince the garlic cloves. Just peel and cut them in half.
A low-fiber diet is recommended after surgery, but what else should you be keeping an eye out for while recovering post-op? Find out in this article.
My ileostomy diet story to inpire those considering or having ileostomy surgery for ulcerative colitis, or any other condition.
Low FODMAP Chicken and Rice Soup with Turmeric
A delicious soothing soup-ideal for flare-ups or bad gut days.
Make some thick and creamy pumpkin potato soup from scratch in just 30 minutes! This luscious one pot soup also happens to be vegan and gluten-free. Plus, all you need is 5 simple wholesome ingredients.
Cozy, bright, and healing Freezer Meal Golden Soup with power-foods like turmeric, cauliflower, and cashews. Super creamy and SO GOOD.
A nutritious, gut-healing broth as a vegan alternative to bone broth. If you don't like or can't find any ingredients, don't worry. Add what flavours you like and try to get as much variety and nutritional goodness as you can!
The most delicious Italian Seafood Soup built on layers and layers of beautiful flavours. The perfect dish for a family on a special occasion.
There is no specific “ostomy diet” but there are important considerations as you discover the foods that work best for you. For guidance on ostomy diet and nutrition, follow a nurse or doctor’s orders at each stage of your post-op adjustment.
I'll share the general notions I have to popularise when I talk about IBDs or ostomy. Obviously the information won't be custom-made for you, but I hope I'll be able to clear up some misconceptions you may have read or heard.
The creamy combination of flavours in this leek sweet potato and rosemary soup marinates together perfectly creating a delicious comfort soup. Not only that, it’s really simple and quick to make too!
This homemade carrot soup recipe is ultra creamy (yet cream-less) and full of rich, roasted carrot flavor! It's the best carrot soup you'll ever have. Recipe yields 4 bowls or 6 cups of soup.
"Learn more about what’s best to eat and drink, and what would cause GI discomfort or should be avoided altogether."
Dietary and practical advice, as well as useful links, for those who have had bowel surgery resulting in colostomy or ileostomy.
After colostomy surgery, you will want to give yourself time to adjust to the ostomy bag. This includes modifying your diet post-surgery, and even limiting some foods until after you’ve completed your recovery. In most cases, your doctor will recommend a special diet to help facilitate healing and avoid irritation. You should always follow your
Certain fruits, grains, vegetables, and more may be easier on your system if you have Crohn's disease. Find out what to eat and what to avoid.
If you love easy plant-based soups, this curried pumpkin soup from our popular Vegan Starter Kit eBook will be your next go-to dinner recipe! Creamy coconut milk, savory spices and sweet orange pumpkin make for one of the best combinations. Enjoy with some crusty bread or side salad!
My dear friend Shirley shared this recipe with me several years ago. Every time I think of her, I make the soup. I sometimes add a cup of cheddar cheese at the end and melt it in for an extra measure of comfort. —Carol Brault, Woodville, Wisconsin
Bone Broth is one of the most nutrient rich and powerful superfoods there is. Make your own at home in a slow cooker with very minimal efforts on your part!
Low Residue Diet Recipes
Mashed potato lovers: This creamy soup, made with tender, flavorful potatoes and topped with all the fixings, is for you.
When you first get an ostomy, the world of products available can be a very disorientating and intimidating place. Do I need a ring? What is a flange? I decided to put together a glossary type guid…
Include low-fiber, gas-reducing foods like bananas and rice in your ileostomy diet. Foods to avoid with a colostomy bag include raw produce and whole grains.
Lemon Chicken Rice Soup is a healthy, nourishing soup that is a bowl of comfort. No added fat in this recipe. 131 calories/1 freestyle point per serving
Learn how to make ostomy pouch covers, learn how to make a pattern for your osotmy pouch and sew up yourself some comfortable ostomoy pouch covers
There are several ways to empty an ostomy bag, and each one is suited to different people and situations. Find out more in this article.
This Moroccan Red Lentil Quinoa Soup is made with simple ingredients, easy to make and full of delicious flavor! Make this in an Instant Pot or stove top.
A classic vegetarian minestrone soup with a rich tomato base and big hearty flavours, made bean free and vegan to make it gut and ostomy/stoma friendly.
A simple and delicious soup recipe from The Happy Pear duo, with warming Christmas flavours of parsnip, chestnut and cranberry.
This week, we share some words of wisdom from Carol Marshall-Hanson, RN who is a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse (CWON) at Seton Healthcare Family in Austin, TX. She gives her tips and best practices for patients with ileostomies. “Ileostomy” by BruceBlaus is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Ileostomy is a surgery in which a small opening, called a stoma, is made in the abdomen. The surgeon brings a piece of the lowest part of the small intestine, called the ileum, through the opening where digested food passes into a pouch attached to the stoma. A temporary stoma is one that is usually taken down within 6-8 weeks. It can be a loop or end stoma. A permanent ileostomy is one that will stay with the patient for life. These are usually due to cancer. Causes for ileostomies include Crohn’s disease, colonic dysmotility, ulcerative colitis, familial polyposis, diverticulitis, and some cancers. FOOD DO’S and DON’TS Don't: Foods high in non-soluble fiber Foods that do not breakdown during digestions Example: nuts, whole corn, popcorn, and shellfish Do: Eat a B-R-A-T diet to thicken stool Examples: bananas, white rice, peeled apples (avoid the skin), and toast It is OK to use Lomotil or other anti-diarrheal meds to thicken stool It is OK to use Beano, Gas-X, etc, to decrease gas production HYDRATION AND ELECTROLYTES Drink plenty of water, Gatorade, and similar fluids! A person with an ileostomy loses a great deal of fluid as it does not stay inside the body long enough for liquids to be absorbed. Probably the most common cause for readmission to the hospital within a week of going home is dehydration accompanied by electrolyte imbalance Loss of Sodium can cause confusion, seizures Loss of Potassium and Magnesium can cause muscle cramps, irregular heartbeat, and even heart attacks Dehydration can also lead to kidney injury If dehydration and electrolyte imbalance is suspected, attempt oral intake of food and water or electrolyte-based fluids to replenish. If unable to tolerate food/water or too confused, have family/friend transport or call EMS to transport them to the ER immediately MEDICATION PRECAUTIONS Bowel transit time is at best around 3-hours with an ileostomy, so large hard pills or those with coatings intended to dissolve over several hours will be excreted before they dissolve. AVOID: Long-acting, enteric-coated, sustained-release medications. Large pills (Potassium, Vitamins). Try Gummy Vitamins instead! PERISTOMAL SKINCARE Ileostomy stool contains digestive enzymes (bile and pancreatic fluids) that digest food. If they leak onto the skin, they will “digest” the skin causing severe irritation and pain. (See instructions on using Antifungal Powder and No-Sting wipes for skin irritation around the stoma or ask your ostomy nurse for help if irritation develops on the skin around the stoma). Do not, under any circumstances, let your doctor prescribe ointments or creams to go on the peristomal skin. No pouch will adhere on top of ointments and creams. To avoid skin problems from enzymatic erosion: Change the pouch generally about every 3-4 days. Cut or obtain a pre-sized wafer 1/8-1/4” larger than the stoma. If the stoma is oval, you MUST custom-cut the wafer opening to protect the skin. Consider using a barrier ring. These rings look like a gasket and can be stretched or formed to any size/shape needed. They absorb and expand when in contact with liquid stool; compared to stoma paste that is eaten away from liquid stool and can cause leaks. Stoma paste also leaves a very sticky residue that is hard to get off, compared to barrier rings that leave very little residue on the skin. Call your ostomy nurse if you have frequent pouch leakage and start to develop skin irritation. The worse the skin gets, the harder it is to get ANYTHING else to adhere around the stoma. MARSHMALLOWS Eating marshmallows can slow down output within 5-10 minutes. Eating a few before bedtime can reduce the risk of leakage at night. Marshmallows are also great to carry in an emergency kit for changing appliances and traveling. The best part? It’s okay to make smores! Remember to check with your doctor before making any dietary wound care changes. Resources Organizations United Ostomy Associations of America CrohnsandColitis.org Crohns & Colitis Foundation Crohns and Me Blogs & Community Stolen Colon Uncover Ostomy Crohnsdisease.com Gutless and Glamorous The Vegan Ostomy 10 Spoonie Self-Care Tips
When Nana from our story is called on to look after her poorly grandson for the afternoon, she knows something that might just make him feel better – her ‘magic’ soup
This recipe for creamy coconut curry soup gets an extra antioxidant and fiber boost from pureed cauliflower. It's a tasty way to eat more veggies!
Patients new to ostomy care often find themselves with questions and concerns. Here are some Ostomy FAQ to help alleviate some of the common questions patients have: 1. When should an ostomy pouching system be changed? Select a time that is convenient to change the ostomy pouching system based on your daily routine. For example, many ostomy wearers change theirs in the morning during shower or bath time prior to breakfast. If a later time of day is selected, it is advisable to wait at least 2 hours after mealtime. 2. How do I dispose of my soiled ostomy supplies? Empty the ostomy pouch into a toilet and put the soiled system into a plastic bag for disposal. Use soft paper towels to clean the skin after removing the pouch and throw them into the plastic bag as well. These items can be disposed of with household garbage. 3. Can I swim or shower with my ostomy pouching system? Ostomy supplies are designed to be waterproof. It is perfectly acceptable to get your ostomy system wet, however, any seals or adhesives may soften due to the water. It is recommended to empty your pouch prior to any water-based activities and dry them with a hair dryer on cool or a towel after. After a change, it is recommended to wait at least an hour before getting the system wet. 4. Can I shower without my ostomy system? It is safe to shower without the ostomy system in place, however, there may be some drainage from the stoma. Avoid excessive water pressure directly on the stoma, but it can be rinsed using a gentle spray. 5. How do I deal with skin irritation from my ostomy pouching system? Using the correct pouching system will minimize any skin irritation. It is advisable to use a wafer barrier no more than 1/8 inch from the stoma for the best protection. When applying the barrier, smooth the skin in order to provide the best seal and prevent leakage. Monitor any changes in the stoma size as this may affect the barrier used. Continue to check for any leaks and, if necessary, use a skin adhesive or paste to provide a more complete seal. 6. Are there best practices for keeping my ostomy system from leaking? Shaving body hair around the stoma should help to reduce leakage and irritation. If you tend to perspire, there are ostomy powders that can be used to absorb moisture but they must be used in conjunction with an adhesive so the pouching system will stick. Make sure to empty the pouch when it is half full, and release any excessive gas buildup. There are adhesives and skin barrier pastes that may be used if there are persistent leaks. Find more information about ostomy care and ostomy supplies online at Mountainside Medical Equipment, or call to speak with one of our helpful customer care associates for ordering information at 1-888-687-4334.
