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 We want you to feel your best. Learn ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle with an ostomy from our health and fitness experts.  

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LIFESTYLE

The benefit of blending fruits and vegetables when you have an ostomy.

Jan 24, 2022
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LIFESTYLE

3 easy ways ostomates can stay hydrated during the winter

Dec 1, 2021
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LIFESTYLE

Eat good, drink fluids, and be healthy during Nutrition and Hydration Week

Jun 14, 2021
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LIFESTYLE

4 reasons why having an ostomy can be exhausting

Mar 1, 2021
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CULTURE

Lots of ostomates are loving the amazing benefits of veganism

Nov 1, 2019
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LIFESTYLE

A To Your Q: I feel overwhelmed with an ostomy — what can I do to feel better?

Oct 10, 2019
Dr. Paul Wischmeyer speaking about perioperative malnutrition
CULTURE

Dr. Paul Wischmeyer’s research at Duke on perioperative malnutrition is a real eye-opener

Sep 10, 2019
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LIFESTYLE

A To Your Q: How can I stay hydrated with an ileostomy?

Aug 8, 2019
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OPINION

12 ways to manage fatigue when you have a chronic illness

Jul 16, 2019
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LIFESTYLE

The psychological and emotional impact of living with an ostomy

Jun 6, 2019
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Nine signs of Vitamin B12 deficiency that all ostomates should look out for

Jan 8, 2019
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LIFESTYLE

A To Your Q: Can I still enjoy eating holiday meals with an ostomy?

Nov 2, 2018
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CULTURE

Trish Massart is living her best life by helping other ostomates live theirs

Jul 16, 2018
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LIFESTYLE

A To Your Q: What should I look for when choosing a therapist

Feb 1, 2018
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LIFESTYLE

7 Things About Veganism From Ostomates Who Know

Jan 1, 2018
Lauren Nastasi
LIFESTYLE

What I’m Doing To Stay Healthy… Without A Colon

Oct 24, 2017
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LIFESTYLE

Why I Need B-12 And Iron Supplements For Short Bowel Syndrome

Oct 24, 2017
Collin Jarvis
OPINION

What I eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as an athlete with an ileostomy

May 23, 2016
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OPINION

Changing my eating habits helped my body adjust to an ileostomy

Oct 6, 2015