If the product is hard to find, make sure your local retailer knows you will be ordering a particular product and ask that they keep it in stock for you. A cup of tea can be an ostomate's best friend. Tea is an anti-spasmatic and is soothing to an upset stomach. It also contains potassium, an electrolyte that is often lost by ostomates. Always use cool or lukewarm water when washing reusable pouches.
Hot water destroys the odor-proofing qualities built into the pouch.
Walking is nature's tranquilizer . If you feel uptight, try a walk. Your troubles may melt away and your body will get a benefit too. Buttermilk or yogurt can help soothe an irritated bowel and control gas. Gas is produced by onions, beer, radishes, cucumbers, beans and those vegetables from the cabbage family.