I enjoyed watching the vegan TAG video by Brianna from the Love Raw Vegan (sadly, no longer on YouTube), and I felt I should do my own video and answer the same questions. Enjoy the show!
Video
Vegan Questions Answered
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Questions
1. How long have you been vegan?
2. Why did you become vegan?
3. Were you vegetarian before becoming vegan?
4. What did your family think?
5. Have you had any resistance from friends or family?
6. Is it hard not eating meat?
7. What are some of your favorite foods?
8. What are your favorite treats?
9. Do you spend more or less on food since going vegan?
10. Will you raise your children vegan?
You can also find my favorite vegan sites, blogs and YouTube channels HERE.
Question: Do you have any questions you’d like me to answer about my vegan lifestyle?
Thank you for being so nonchalant about having an ostomy. I have been a vegan for 38 years and a vegetarian for 55years. I never thought this would happen to me. I, also, have ms which makes it even more challenging,
Thank you for your quick response. I am grateful I can turn to you..
Hi Linda!
It can come as quite a shock, but you do adjust quickly once you find an appliance that works.
It’s always an ongoing process, though. Best to you!
What about paste? Can one wear a ring with a convex pouch? Can one use gas x. Or stool softener with an ileostomy?
Hi Linda,
Thank you for your questions!
I do have an article on stoma paste here: https://www.veganostomy.ca/guide-to-ostomy-stoma-paste/
Some people do wear a ring with their convex pouch, but I would suggest doing so only if your stoma nurse says to. There’s a risk of pressure sores when using convex appliances, and using a ring can put additional pressure around the stoma.
Gas-X and stool softeners should be safe, however, I would consult with a doctor to make sure that they are appropriate options. An ileostomy should not require a stool softener, since the output is generally liquid or loose to begin with. Constipation or dry stool with an ileostomy could indicate that you aren’t getting enough fluids. This should be explored further to rule out any problems.
Best to you!