something similar happened to me Before J-pouch and suffering with UC I tried the gluten free diet unfortunately it didn't help I was to far gone. I had j-pouch surgery 4 years ago and was still suffering with food. I decided to go back to gluten free after reading some ones post a few months ago stating that it helped them. So far I am eating foods that I could not eat before . I am making smoothies with different types of fruits and vegetables that I would have never touched before I try one thing at a time to see how it agrees with me. I still can't seem to gain weight. Also I only eat or drink dairy free products. My issues are not as bad. I do have a problem with constipation and that is because of the strictures. I did read that some of you drink grape juice and that seems to help I haven't tried that yet. I have been taking miralax. My gastro suggested Milk of magnesia I will let you know how it works. I do take vsl#3 and trying to cut back on anti biotic. I don't know if I am doing the right thing but then again I never know what is going to work. I have been trying gluten free for about 1 month but sometimes I go off a little but mostly eat gluten free. I will let you know how it works. That is wonderful that you have found a way to make your life less stressful keep up the good work Health to all Grce