This topic is about finding reliable, printable diet guides for people with an ileostomy, especially those who are prone to blockages. The goal is to help someone’s mother avoid eating foods that could cause blockages by providing her with a formal dietary guide. Here are some helpful tips and insights shared by others:

1. For a printable diet guide, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center offers an "Ostomy Nutrition Guide" available as a PDF. You can find it online for easy access and printing.

2. If you need supplies and are uninsured in the U.S., the Osto Group provides donated ostomy products. You can reach them at 1-877-678-6690. Additionally, searching online for "free ostomy supplies" can lead to other low-cost programs.

3. General dietary advice includes:
- Most people with an ileostomy can eat almost anything if they:
- Chew each bite thoroughly until it’s mushy.
- Drink plenty of water, especially when eating foods that are on the "caution" list, like popcorn, nuts, and raw vegetables.
- Blockages, known as "food boluses," can be very painful, so thorough chewing is crucial.

4. Common experiences with safe and unsafe foods (though individual experiences may vary):
- Foods usually tolerated include well-chewed carbohydrates like pastries, French fries, plain cheese pizza, canned peaches, canned mandarin oranges, ripe bananas, peeled ripe pears, well-cooked carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, chicken, ground beef, and fish (though the odor can be an issue).
- Foods often reported as problematic include popcorn, tater tots, large pieces of raw fruits and vegetables, skins, and nuts.
- When trying new foods, start with just a few well-chewed bites to see how they are tolerated.

5. Other causes of blockages can include adhesions or scar tissue from previous surgeries, which can cause obstructions even if diet and chewing are ideal. It’s important to be aware of this possibility.

6. Some helpful products and tools include:
- NU-Hope Hernia Belts for abdominal support, though they may be back-ordered.
- High-powered blenders like Montel’s Healthmaster can pulverize raw fruits and vegetables, making them safer to consume as drinks.