Just like when your mom would tell you to use the bathroom before you head out of the house, well the same goes for us BCIR people today! If there is an intermission between that 4 hour play and you don’t have to go, just go anyway. Never fails, if you skip it, then the second you sit down, you’ll ... Read More »
Recently I returned from a little vacation in Florida, and there were a few instances where I was miles from a bathroom. Usually, I know ahead a time that I might not have access to a bathroom and need to prepare accordingly. Some preparation is to avoid the foods that cause bloating, because it’s the gas that will send me ... Read More »
I thought I’d take a minute to post a fun article. Living in the Pacific Northwest it’s difficult NOT to get outdoors and do some hiking/ exploring. I try to climb some of the nontechnical mountains in the area, and this weekend I thought I’d climb up Mount St. Helens (8300ft). The climb is 10.0 miles round-trip with an elevation ... Read More »
It’s that time of year to get out and do some camping or go for a hike in the great outdoors! So what’s the best way to take care of business when you have a BCIR and you’re outdoors in the woods? Well for me, in most cases I’ll be fine until I’m back at camp to use a proper ... Read More »
BCIR Advocate Living with the Barnett Continent Intestinal Reservoir