Nutritional Guide - Flipbook - Page 34
FAQS
Common Questions
I have other health conditions, what shall I do?
If you have other health conditions like diabetes, IBS, allergies etc. then some of the advice provided here may
need adapting. This information is not to replace clinical professional advice from your healthcare member
(e.g. Doctor, Specialist Nurse or Dietitian). If you need more support, speak with your healthcare professional.
Should I take supplements?
Supplements can refer to many different products, like multivitamin tablets, oral nutritional supplement
drinks (ONS), herbal preparations or others. For most individuals with stomas, no supplements are required.
If someone has to adapt their diet then a healthcare professional, e.g. Doctor or Dietitian, may recommend
a particular multivitamin and mineral preparation. ONS are sometimes recommended when someone has
difficulty maintaining their weight and these will either be from a Dietitian (in hospital) or a Doctor (e.g.
GP). Vitamin-like products and ONS must be recommended by a professional and should not be bought
from health shops, online or without proper advice from those who are medically qualified. Herbal
products are usually not recommended to be taken if you take any medication as the herbal preparations
can interact and cause harm. A healthcare professional, e.g. Doctor, Specialist Nurse or Dietitian, is highly
unlikely to recommend a herbal product; if you would like to take any herbal products speak with your
Doctor before starting.
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