So, I’m Andrea 29 – I live in London (Croydon to be specific) with my partner of 13 years in our beautiful flat. We have 2 dogs Marley and Dexter, who couldn’t be more different if they tried (we’re huge dog fans but the way, so I’m sure they will be mentioned a lot!) I have suffered with Ulcerative Colitis for 6 years now and have gone through remission and flares so many times, it would bore you to death if I wrote it all out.
To cut a long story short, I have had numerous courses of steroids, tried 3 different long term medications, been vegan, dairy free, egg free, a few other fad ‘diets’ that have claimed to help, you name it, i’ve tried it. Nothing has worked, and nothing but steroids have ever made me feel better!
- I’m writing this blog publicly because I’m now embarking on a new approach and I definitely have a new found determination to do it.
- Also, when you write something down, it means you’re 50% more likely to complete it! (Nerd Fact 🤓)
- I have hired a nutritional therapist, who specialises in Crohn’s and Colitis and with his theories I could potentially be symptom and medication free for the for seeable future.
- I’ll be documenting what I have to do, how tough/ easy it is, and if its working.
- I’m not allowed to say who he is, and nor do I want to, as with anything I have to put the work in to make it happen, and there is also a chance it won’t work for me
- This space, is my views, my struggles, my outlook only.
- I believe in my new nutritional plan, and I do believe that Crohn’s and Colitis can be helped with the right nutrition, supplements and environment and I’m going do my best and give it a go!
If you’re not already a member of Crohn’s and Colitis UK and you suffer with with either disease, its well worth subscribing.
- £15 a year – paid monthly
- Can’t Wait Card (SO handy!)
- Radar key (Again SO handy to have)
- Connect magazine (3 times a year)
- Free information booklets/guides
- Local Network updates
The ‘can’t wait card’ has actually saved me so many times. I had it for aaaages before I plucked up the courage to use it, but like anything, you get used to it, and in every situation I have used it people were always so helpful and understanding.
It also give you access to lots of local networking events, people in your area suffering the same way as you. The reason I’m writing this blog, is because I have felt very alone throughout flare ups, medication changes etc… just speaking to someone who is is your shoes can help so much 💜 so please do check it out.
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/get-involved/become-a-member
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