Dietitian in the house!

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scramblesuit this may have been covered but always good to know what the bowels are doing. Constipation can cause nausea, so your sis may need some laxatives...

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Ellie Very kind. Thank you for your respect of our profession. I almost didn’t remember how much we do until you summarised it all there for me x...

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matthew55 yea, that’s our MO as dietitians I’m afraid. But you’re right, what muscle needs is adequate protein + stimulus (resistance / strength...

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PoppyP Ellie hit the nail on the head with smaller, more frequent meals.

Choosing nourishing foods which are high in protein (eggs, soft...

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DeeH

PEG = percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
RIG = radiologically inserted gastrostomy

The main difference is the method...

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Hi everyone,

The reason for my post is that I am a registered dietitian, and work with people with PEGs / RIGs every day. I have also worked...

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LindaB thank you - I love to share photos of them both. And to Ellie thank you for your warmth and thoughts x...

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My tiny dog was the best companion to my Dad through his journey with MND. Sat with him all day every day and brought joy into the household. Now keeping...

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Thank you everyone for your kind words and thoughts. MND truly touches the most beautiful, special people, I don’t get it?!!...

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My beautiful Dad Peter Carty passed away overnight on 5th July at the age of 62 with his beloved dog by his side.

He only posted on here...