Living with SOD, without ERCP

Living with SOD, without ERCP Paula | Mom of 5🤱🏻, WI Budget Coordinator 📊, 23yr Army Veteran 🇺🇸, & Entrepreneur.

Living with Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction & proving we can thrive without ERCP. Sharing low-fat hacks (

🎗️ Today, We Remember: Honoring Our Fallen Heroes 🎗️With Memorial Day here, I wanted to share a gentle reminder about wh...
05/25/2026

🎗️ Today, We Remember: Honoring Our Fallen Heroes 🎗️

With Memorial Day here, I wanted to share a gentle reminder about what today truly means to the military community. I’m always incredibly grateful for the kind hearts of friends who thank me for my service, but today is actually a day where we shift the focus away from those of us who came home.

While Veterans Day is for celebrating all who served, Memorial Day is a sacred day dedicated entirely to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. It’s for the brave men and women who gave up all their tomorrows so that we could enjoy our todays.

For those of us who wore the uniform, today carries a quiet, personal weight.
My heart and thoughts are heavily with the friends I served alongside who never made it back. Specifically, I am sharing these photos today to honor the memories of two incredible women:

🇺🇸SSG Amy S. Krueger: A proud Wisconsin native who stepped up and enlisted right after 9/11. She had just arrived at Fort Hood ahead of her deployment to Afghanistan when she was tragically taken from us in the mass shooting on November 5, 2009. She was a fighter with a huge smile who wanted nothing more than to serve her country.

🇺🇸Spc. Rachel Lacy: A dedicated soldier who passed away on April 4, 2003. In preparation for deployment, she received her required pre-deployment vaccinations, completely unaware that she had an underlying, undiagnosed condition called lupus. The reaction triggered a severe illness, and she made the ultimate sacrifice before she ever had the chance to deploy.

Their laughter, their bravery, and their dedication to this country will never be forgotten. They aren't just names on a monument, they are our sisters-in-arms, our friends, and our heroes.

To every veteran and family member missing someone irreplaceable today: I see you, I honor your loved ones, and I remember with you.

As you enjoy the day with your families, please join me in taking a quiet moment to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the immense price that was paid for our freedom.

"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices."
— President Harry S. Truman

Had to play a little grocery store roulette this week! 🛒 I usually stick to my tried-and-true favorites, but I had to ma...
05/23/2026

Had to play a little grocery store roulette this week! 🛒 I usually stick to my tried-and-true favorites, but I had to make some substitutions for my salad today.

The Crunch: Reduced Fat Wheat Thins instead of pretzels.

The Dressing: Skinnygirl Poppyseed instead of Panera Poppyseed.

Verdict? It’s a safe, totally fine meal, but my heart still belongs to the pretzel crunch and the Panera Poppyseed dressing. I also forgot to add the pineapple again 🤷🏻‍♀️

Anyone else have to do a quick pivot at the store this week?

Panera Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (SOD style). I made mine with spinach instead of romaine lettuce. Includes blueberries...
05/04/2026

Panera Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (SOD style). I made mine with spinach instead of romaine lettuce. Includes blueberries, strawberries, and mandarin oranges. I didn’t have pineapple, but Panera also uses pineapple. I cut out the pecans due to all the fat and replaced the crunch with crunched up pretzel twists! Finished it off with Panera PoppySeed dressing (probably went overboard on the dressing, oops! But it IS fat free!) Not shown, but I also added a 1/2 grilled chicken breast (cubed) for some protein. Total fat with the chicken is 3 grams! This was sooooo good and definitely going to be part of my rotation!

04/23/2026

Breakfast can still be the best meal of the day with SOD! 🍳✨

I wanted to share a quick video of my new go-to breakfast sandwich. When you’re living with Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, that 3g fat limit per meal can feel so restrictive—but it doesn’t have to be boring! This entire sandwich only clocks in at 2.5g of fat.

The "Safe" Recipe:
• Thomas’ Sourdough English Muffin: (1g fat)
• Jones Canadian Bacon: (2 slices for approx 1g fat) 🥓
• Great Value Egg Whites: (0g fat)
• Great Value Fat-Free Cheddar: (0g fat) — The ultimate hack for us!
• Everything Bagel Seasoning: I’m being extra careful and counting 0.5g for the seeds. 🥯

The Drink: Homemade Decaf Iced Coffee 🧊☕️
I paired this with a decaf coffee I brewed at home and poured over ice. SOD Safety Tip: Since we have to strictly avoid the "Big Three"—Alcohol, Chocolate, and Caffeine—switching to decaf is a must. It gives you that morning coffee vibe without the risk of a bile duct spasm!

Life Update: Since my headquarters location is much closer to home now, I’m not having to commute into Madison nearly as often as I used to. It’s been so nice having the extra time in the morning to actually brew a fresh decaf and cook a hot, safe meal.

We have to be so careful, but it’s still possible to eat things that taste great. Stay strong, fellow warriors! 💪💛

When the doctors didn't give me a roadmap for my SOD pain, I became my own detective. 🕵️‍♀️ I discovered that keeping my...
04/20/2026

When the doctors didn't give me a roadmap for my SOD pain, I became my own detective. 🕵️‍♀️ I discovered that keeping my meals under 3g of fat was the 'magic number' to staying pain-free. Here are 5 things I made this weekend that actually taste good!

What should I make next?

04/20/2026

My 10-Minute Personal Pizza Win 🍕✨

Anyone living with Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction (SOD) knows the struggle: you’re hungry, you’re tired, and you need a meal that is 100% safe but doesn't take an hour to prep.

Tonight was my first time trying a yellow corn tortilla as a crust. It was a great way to get that "cracker" crunch for a fraction of the fat. While I still prefer the texture of the bigger ultra-thin crusts, these are a solid backup to have on hand for a quick fix!

The Budget Breakdown:
• The Base: One yellow corn tortilla (0.5g fat)
• The Sauce: Pizza sauce (0.3g "hidden" fat buffer)
• The Protein: 6 slices of Hormel Turkey Pepperoni (1.8g fat)
• The Total: A personal pizza for under 2.6g of fat.

It’s quick, it’s simple, and it’s a way to enjoy pizza night without the fear of a flare-up or a trip to the hospital. 🛡️

Living with SOD is a balancing act, but we don't have to give up the flavor!

04/19/2026

7 minutes of low-fat heaven! 🥪

I’m breaking down how I make the perfect PB&J while staying under my 3g fat limit. If you’re navigating dietary restrictions like SOD or just looking for a healthier way to enjoy a classic, this walkthrough is for you.

Between the "Label Investigators" coming out and a quick "You Can’t See Me" leggings fit check, I’m covering all the bases to show that low-fat doesn’t have to mean no flavor.

04/19/2026

The "Under 3g" Club: The Ultimate Lean Stack 🥪✨

Lunch doesn't have to be complicated to be delicious. When you’re juggling a busy workday and business projects, you need a "grab-and-go" solution that actually fits your goals. This stack is fresh, filling, and clocks in well under 3g of fat!

The Build
• The Foundation: 2 slices of Sara Lee Delightful (only 1g fat for both!).
• The Protein: A double-stack of Great Value 97% Fat-Free Turkey and 99% Fat-Free Rotisserie Chicken (~1.5g fat total).
• The Melt: One slice of fat-free cheese (0g fat).
• The Freshness: Crisp Green Leaf lettuce and a thick slice of that juicy beefsteak tomato (0g fat).
• The Side: Two Milwaukee’s Baby Dill Pickles for that essential crunch (0g fat).
• The Sip: A Creamy Root Beer Zevia for the perfect sweet finish.

Why It Works
I’m all about high-volume, low-fat wins. By doubling up on the ultra-lean turkey and chicken, you get a massive hit of protein while staying strictly within the 3g limit.

Hack: I use yellow mustard instead of mayo—it gives you all the tang with zero added fat.

04/18/2026

The Ultimate SOD Breakfast Sandwich (2.5g Fat)

Who says living with SOD means boring food? 🍳 Hard rule: 3g of fat or less per meal. Reality: This 2.5g fat breakfast sandwich that actually tastes like the real deal!

The Stack:
• Thomas’ Sourdough English Muffin: 1g fat
• Jones Canadian Bacon: 1.5g fat (for 3 slices—I used 2!)
• Great Value Egg Whites: 0g fat
• Great Value Fat-Free Cheddar: 0g fat
• Everything Bagel Seasoning: (Pro-tip: Even though the label says 0g, I count a tiny bit for the seeds just to be safe!)

The Sip: 🥤
Paired it with a Classic Root Beer Olipop. It’s 0g fat, but more importantly for the SOD community, it is Caffeine-Free. Since we have to avoid the "Big Three"—Caffeine, Alcohol, and Chocolate—this is a total lifesaver when you want a treat without the flare.

No commute today means a hot breakfast that's actually safe for the system! 💪

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