Travel and long distance hiking with MC

[MCMurphy]

Newbie here: Can I ask if there are some folk who have travelled overseas on holidays with CC? I do a fair bit of hiking and was planning a few weeks in September but now with this recent diagnosis of CC I am unsure if I will be able to do it….following an anti inflammatory diet. Any advice/ ideas would be greatly appreciated before I cancel my plans which would be v sad(:

[tex]

You should have your MC in remission long before September, if you're meticulous with your diet. If you happen to still have a few issues, we have a section on traveling with MC, where you can find what others have done. Here's a link to that section:

viewforum.php?f=62

Tex

[MCMurphy]

Thanks million for link will check it out for insights on travelling. I will stay positive and focused on elimination & healing phase:)

[Gabes-Apg]

Welcome

Travel and outdoor activities are definitely possible.
to expand/reiterate what is mentioned in the travel section

- plan the trip and plan your meals safe snacks etc
- get accommodation that allows storage of meals / preparation of safe meals
- I have travelled for work where I take a supply of safe pre-cooked meals that I just need to re-heat
- stick to low inflammation eating plan in the weeks before you travel
- increase intake of key nutrients like Vit D3 and magnesium to help manage the inflammation whilst you are travelling
- there are medication options that you can take with you as the safety net should you need it.
- listen to your body.
my body gives me some indicators that I will need to poop in about 30 minutes so I know I need to find toilet etc
When things are going well I do poop at the same time each morning
Know your limits, mentally, physically, emotionally and be prepared to have a rest afternoon or rest day when needed

[MCMurphy]

Thanks so much for the practical tips. Hoping the CC will have settled by Sept when I am due to travel overseas following diet just started.

[Marcia K]

Hello! I haven't traveled overseas, but I have traveled across the country. I always carry Nick's turkey sticks for a quick source of protein. If you tolerate tuna in a pouch (without additives), Epic bison bars, packets of Justin's almond butter, Lundberg organic brown rice stackers, Lara bars (high sugar content but I do okay with them. I buy the ones with the fewest ingredients). Applegate farms turkey dogs, Jones canadian bacon, pouches of apple sauce. I am gluten & dairy free & these items are all safe. The turkey dogs & bacon wouldn't travel well without refrigeration but I have carried them on the plane with me.

[MCMurphy]

Thanks Marcia

[Marcia K]

You're very welcome! Sorry for the late reply. Life has been crazy lately.