Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about a person seeking advice on diet and skin issues post-ileostomy surgery. They are looking for tips on thickening output and dealing with sore skin around the stoma, as well as advice on diet-friendly solutions.

Advice and Insights:
- Changing the wafer several times a day may help with sore skin caused by waste and shaving the hair off to let the skin heal.
- Sprinkling stoma powder on the sore and using Cavilon spray can ease soreness and create a barrier between the skin and the bag.
- A low-residue diet is recommended for most stomas, which may not be ideal for weight loss. Calorie counting, carefully watching portions, and increasing physical activity can aid in gradual weight loss without disrupting the digestive system.
- Using barrier wipes, a thin film of Betadine ointment, and being gentle when removing the pouch can help with sore skin issues.
- Inquiring about options to thicken output from a healthcare professional is recommended.
- Using anti-fungal powder from a pharmacy can help with sore skin.
- Shakeology, a protein powder drink, has helped some individuals with their diet and stoma issues, providing nutrition without causing problems.
- "Thick it" may be an option to consider for thickening output, but it's important to be mindful of the impact of certain carbs on output consistency.
- Shakeology has been reported to resolve malabsorption problems and provide essential nutrients, and it comes with a money-back guarantee.

Note: Some replies contained personal experiences and testimonials related to Shakeology, which may not be applicable to everyone.