I had written about a month or so ago asking what people eat to try to lose weight with an ileostomy/J pouch. I've had several suggestions, and I thank everyone for their input. I decided to try the Carnivore diet, but not full meat; I have included vegetables as well. I had the issue where everything was running through me because the things that help me keep it together are things that put weight on. I read something about psyllium husk. I bought a canister of this, and by adding a tablespoon to a smoothie or Greek yogurt and some berries, it has helped a great deal, and I have lost 10 lbs so far. I think this is the answer for me. Again, I want to thank those who responded to my first post concerning this.

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