This topic is about navigating food choices and eating tips for someone who is 2.5 months post-colostomy and currently undergoing chemotherapy. Here are some helpful pieces of advice and insights shared by others who have been in similar situations:

1. During chemotherapy, focus on consuming calories from foods that still taste good to you, even if they are very sweet or salty. This helps maintain your weight and energy levels.

2. Staying hydrated is very important, so make sure to drink plenty of fluids.

3. Prioritize protein intake to aid in wound healing. If eating solid food is challenging, consider high-protein nutritional drinks or protein shakes.

4. Be aware that dairy products can increase liquid output for some people after a colostomy. Monitor how your body reacts and limit dairy if it causes issues.

5. Avoid foods that can cause mechanical blockages, such as seeds, fruit and vegetable peels, corn, and other hard-to-digest items, especially if your bowel length is reduced.

6. If you experience constipation due to chemotherapy, some doctors recommend a daily dose of MiraLax (polyethylene glycol 3350). However, always check with your physician before starting any new medication.

7. Simple and easy-to-eat foods that many find tolerable during chemotherapy include:
- Crackers and soup
- Lemonade or other flavored drinks if water tastes off
- Rice with gravy
- Pasta with butter and cheese
- Toast with peanut butter

8. Chemotherapy can change your sense of taste, making some favorite foods like coffee taste unpleasant. Be open to experimenting with new foods and drinks to find what works for you.

9. If chemotherapy causes cold sensitivity, cold drinks, including protein shakes, might be uncomfortable. Try consuming them at room temperature or slightly warmed to ensure you get enough protein.

10. Remember, the adjustment period does get better over time. Adopting a mindset of "living, not dying" can be helpful as you navigate these changes.