Costco chicken ok?

WWWB · Post by **WWWB** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 6:37 am

I've been eating an elimination diet of roasted waxy potatoes (olive oil) and Costco sautéed chicken tenderloins (olive oil) for a week but still having D once a day. I have been taking budesonide for 3x day for a week. Has anyone had issues with Costco chicken? It says "minimally processed" on the package but now I am wondering. Thinking of switching to white rice today. Waiting for my Enterolab package.

Marcia K · Post by **Marcia K** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 7:08 am

Hello. While olive oil is okay for many I seem to have a problem with it. Not with D but it makes my body feel weird. I ate a lot of chicken until I did the EnteroLab testing and found that it was a #3 for me so I no longer eat chicken. The potatoes are nightshades which could create issues as well. I feel like we play Russian Roulette until we get it all figured out. It takes time but if you pay attention to what your reactions are after you eat something it will come together for you. I'm 2.5 year post diagnosis and I still have to try to figure some things out. Do you have Tex's book? It was very helpful to me in the learning process. (Good luck to you in your healing.

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:07 pm

A few of us react to olive oil, one reason is that we react to the olives, the other reason for some is that some olive oils have soy oil mixed in.

the safest options are things like coconut oil or rice bran oil.

hope this helps

Post by **tex** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:17 pm

If you are going to use olive oil it's best to use California olive oil. Much of the imported olive oil is adultrated with soy oil and other unlisted ingredients.

http://www.oliveoiltimes.com/tag/olive- ... ion?page=5

Tex

WWWB · Post by **WWWB** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:44 pm

Thanks so much for your responses. I do have Tex's book and am rereading it now. Today I am trying ground turkey and jasmine rice. I am careful about the kind of olive oil I use and am aware that it may be a trigger. I have some coconut oil and will try that if this new turkey/rice combo is problematic. I really went crazy this afternoon and ate a banana.

I saw a posting a while back from Tex talking about how much this CColitis messes with your mind. Last night I just didn't know what to do as I was so hungry and I knew that pretty much whatever I ate would be toxic. A new day always helps, but this is HARD. I am a foodie and much of my social life revolves around food and wine. Tomorrow I am taking my own turkey and rice to an Easter dinner. *sigh* This can feel very lonely.

Oh, and I'm looking for a new doctor. I asked her to order tests from Enterolab and this is her response:
"Collagenous colitis is not caused by food allergies. In fact, the biopsies of the esophagus and the duodenum did not suggest any food allergies. This colitis is idiopathic meaning we do not know exactly what causes it in each individual. Certain medications can be related to it but you're not taking any of those. Certainly if you would like to have allergy testing for food sensitivities I would refer you to an allergist..."
I just can't believe that a digestion problem has no connection with food.

Weezie

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 2:57 pm

I just can't believe that a digestion problem has no connection with food.

Agreed.

your doctor has also missed a key point, there are two types of inflammation reactions to food (and non food items) one is allergic reaction and the other is intolerance reaction
regardless of the reaction, the inflammation is still damaging to the gut and has impact on the immune system

and having a social life in MC world is hard! before my MC dx, my closest friends were italian and food and wine was a big part of our social life.
it does get easier. and once you have your safe eating plan and have done some healing, the food range can expand...

a few days ago we were talking about aspects of socialising in Erica's post above.. page 16 of this link is in line with your challenge this weekend
http://www.perskyfarms.com/phpBB2/viewt ... &start=225

Adelaide · Post by **Adelaide** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 3:42 pm

I went to a wedding reception last weekend. While everyone was tucking into their finger food I was eating my bowl of chicken, rice and zucchini that I brought along. The person that organised the food pointed out some savoury slice and told me it was gluten free. That was really nice of her but then it had cheese all through it. I did have a few potato chips. Oh and my drink of choice was water

brandy · Post by **brandy** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 3:59 pm

Hi Weezie,

When I visit Maryland I shop at Giant. I've had good luck with the kosher chickens and turkeys out of Mifflinburg PA from Giant. I've also had good luck with some Amish poultry that Giant sells. I've also done ok with Giant brand and Perdue brand. MAKE SURE TO READ ALL LABELS. YOU WANT TO GET SOMETHING THAT IS JUST CHICKEN AND WATER. I steer clear of anything with natural flavorings.

brandy · Post by **brandy** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 4:01 pm

Hi Weezie,

Coconut oil, get one that says "REFINED" is generally safe for us and you can saute or cook with it. The "refined" products will not have a coconut flavor.

Marcia K · Post by **Marcia K** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 4:37 pm

Weezie, It is hard but it does get easier. I hear you when you say that you're hungry and don't know what you can eat safely. Tomorrow I will take a turkey breast cutlet, steamed broccoli and a sweet potato to Easter dinner. While the rest of my family is having the desserts that I used to enjoy so much I'll eat a coconut bar. But you know what, I'm okay with that. Time makes it easier to accept that this is my life and I am grateful that in spite of my dietary limitations I am still able to enjoy time with my family and friends. As far as your doctor, they really don't know much about our disease and it's up to you to figure out what works for you. Hang in there, before too long you'll be encouraging someone who is just starting out.

Post by **tex** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 7:41 pm

Marcia wrote:But you know what, I'm okay with that. Time makes it easier to accept that this is my life and I am grateful that in spite of my dietary limitations I am still able to enjoy time with my family and friends.

That's exactly how I feel. When I first went to my doctor about my symptoms (uncontrollable, watery, diarrhea) he examined me and promptly told me without batting an eye that I had colon cancer. He sent me to a GI specialist who also (before sending me for any testing) agreed that I probably had cancer. Since I had already "decided" before I finally caved in and went to the doctor that I probably had cancer, surprisingly, hearing them say that didn't bother me at all. And when all the tests didn't turn up any cancer . . . what a surprise. It doesn't get much better than that.

So I'm a happy camper with my restricted diet. The outcome is soooooooo much better than what I anticipated 16 years ago.

Tex

WWWB · Post by **WWWB** » Sat Mar 26, 2016 8:32 pm

You guys are the best. I've really been struggling but I didn't want to be a downer. I've been reading this forum until midnight every night collecting all the pearls of wisdom to buoy me. I don't want you all to go through what I am but it sure helps to know that you have been through it and are on the other side. Gabe, thank you for your suggestions and directing me to that other thread, I really appreciate it. Marcia and Adelaide, that will be me as well tomorrow at Easter dinner. I appreciate your comments about Giant, Brandy. The coconut oil I have is Trader Joe's unrefined so I will look for the refined. Tex, your contributions and your book have been priceless to me. The good news for today is that the banana, turkey and rice seem to be sitting ok with me. My challenge is to come to terms with MC and accept that traditional medicine will not help. Deep breath.

Weezie

Adelaide · Post by **Adelaide** » Sun Mar 27, 2016 1:12 am

Tex, that is so unbelievable that they told you that you had colon cancer without any testing. That is just terrible. I have a relative going through colon cancer at the moment and the doctor's have made so many mistakes.

I have unrefined organic coconut oil. It is more expensive than the refined one and I thought it was better. Is it not good for us with MC?

JFR · Post by **JFR** » Sun Mar 27, 2016 6:29 am

Adelaide wrote: I have unrefined organic coconut oil. It is more expensive than the refined one and I thought it was better. Is it not good for us with MC?

I use the unrefined coconut oil and it's not a problem for me. As with most things with this disease it all depends. If you can use it without problems it's ok and if it causes problems then it isn't ok.

Jean

brandy · Post by **brandy** » Sun Mar 27, 2016 11:29 am

I think the unrefined tastes like coconut and the refined has a neutral flavor. I'm ok with both.