IBS: A Doctor's Plan for Chronic Digestive Troubles The Definitive Guide to Prevention and Relief

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Summary

For the One in five North Americans who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, IBS: A Doctor's Plan is essential reading.

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Foreword to the Third Edition	p. ix
Foreword to the First Edition	p. xi
Acknowledgments	p. xiii
About the Author and Contributors	p. xiv
Preface	p. xvi
Introduction: One Patient's Experience of IBS	p. 1
Facing the Facts	p. 17
Diagnosing IBS and Getting Help	p. 22
Causes, Triggers, and Risk Factors	p. 31
What You Should Know About Diet	p. 39
Tracking Down Problem Diet Factors	p. 55
Discovering the Value of High Fiber	p. 67
Nutrition and Meal Planning	p. 73
Stress and the Intestinal Tract in collaboration with Jack Martin, Ph.D.	p. 85
Understanding the Psychophysiology of IBS	p. 97
The Importance of Proper Exercise	p. 114
Supporting Your Significant Other with IBS	p. 121
Functional GI Disorders in Children and Adolescents	p. 128
All About Medication	p. 141
A Complementary Approach to IBS	p. 153
Treating Recurring Symptoms	p. 164
Facts About Coexisting Conditions	p. 172
Other Common Gastrointestinal Disorders	p. 180
Common Tests You May Face	p. 195
Appendices
Diagnostic Questionnaires	p. 201
Common Questions and Answers About IBS	p. 207
Lactose-Free Diet	p. 212
How to Stop Smoking	p. 214
Resources	p. 217
Glossary	p. 220
Index	p. 233
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