Join me as I share my personal battle with relentless fatigue and how it's forced me to prioritize my health. I'll let you in on how I manage my business from home, the importance of sleep, and finding joy in little things like reading or watching shows. Tune in for an honest look at what it really means to be tired all the time. Subscribe now and join our community—because living with UC doesn't have to be a solo journey!

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction: Living with Ulcerative Colitis

01:18 The Reality of Fatigue

04:11 Prioritizing Sleep and Self-Care with Ulcerative Colitis

05:55 Daily Napping Routine

06:11 Misunderstandings and Judgments

07:07 Coping Strategies and Prioritization

08:55 Finding Gratitude in Illness

09:41 Final Thoughts and Support

PODCAST disclaimer: While I make every effort to broadcast correct information, I am still learning. I will double check all my facts but realize that medicine is a constantly changing science and art. I am simply presenting my views based on my personal experience of living with Ulcerative Colitis. I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. I take no money from drug or device companies. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast or blog. Under no circumstances shall Teri Holland, What The Poop?, or any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Teri Holland or What The Poop? be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast.

Are Ulcerative Colitis and IBS the same thing? Short answer; no they are not. So let's talk about it and I'll share the similarities and differences and break them down for you.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Ulcerative Colitis vs. IBS

00:09 Welcome to 'What the Poop' Podcast

01:08 Common Misconceptions About IBS and Ulcerative Colitis

01:46 Understanding IBD and IBS

03:25 Comparing Symptoms and Causes

05:01 Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis and IBS

06:58 Triggers and Complications

07:31 Treatment Options

08:03 Personal Experiences and Misconceptions

09:54 Final Thoughts and Advice

10:59 Closing Remarks

PODCAST disclaimer: While I make every effort to broadcast correct information, I am still learning. I will double check all my facts but realize that medicine is a constantly changing science and art. I am simply presenting my views based on my personal experience of living with Ulcerative Colitis. I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. I take no money from drug or device companies. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast or blog. Under no circumstances shall Teri Holland, What The Poop?, or any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Teri Holland or What The Poop? be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast.

In this episode I'm sharing what I did wrong on the road trip, what I learned to do differently, and how to eat out in restaurants with Ulcerative Colitis.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:14 Road Trip Update: Challenges and Lessons

01:33 Managing Ulcerative Colitis on the Road

02:28 Dealing with Dietary Deviations

04:32 Planning for Future Trips

05:48 Tips for Eating Out with Ulcerative Colitis

10:03 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser