In my mid-teens, I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and spent the next 10 years dutifully following the medical advice given to me by doctors and consultants. I endured countless invasive examinations and numerous hospital visits including a few longer stays, my symptoms included acute stomach cramps, having bowel movements 50 plus times daily with blood, headaches, having to stop all solid food for up to 4 days, complete mind fog, and many more symptoms, I remember thinking in my mid 20’s I don’t think I’ll see my 40’s!