IBS by Julie Thompson
Up to 20% of the population have IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), which often results in embarrassment, withdrawal from social and recreational activities and difficulties in relationships. Positive and empowering, this book gives the reader the latest evidence-based developments in IBS, and advice as to management – especially diet. It explores a history of changes in the way we eat and asks whether modern diet may be responsible for ‘gut problems’? It also covers lifestyle tips, managing stress, getting exercise, working, resting and playing well! Topics include: What is IBS? Causes, history, psychological elements Digestion – how it works Diagnosis Your current diet, including fibre, veganism, fad diets, paleo, raw food, superfoods and other food trends. IBS triggers - dietary and digestive issues, food intolerances, etc Diets for IBS - Carbohydrate-aware diets (eg FODMAPs), dairy-free, etc Managing dietary changes - the practicalities Lifestyle changes in IBS - alcohol, smoking, exercise, weight, stress. The cult of ‘detox’. Complementary therapies, supplements, pro/prebiotics Staying well and possible recipe suggestions The future, ongoing research, and useful resources
Alex Gazzola is a journalist and author who has been specialising in gut health and food sensitivities for over a decade. He writes widely for the national and international press, and is author of several books, including Coeliac Disease: What you need to know, and Living with Food Intolerance, both for Sheldon Press. Julie Thompson is a registered dietitian with a specialism in inflammatory and functional gut disorders and ‘free from’ diets for food intolerances and allergies. She is an adviser to the IBS Network and runs the Calm Gut Clinic.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781847093721 |
| ISBN 10 | 1847093728 |
| Title | IBS |
| Author | Julie Thompson |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Murray Press |
| Year published | 2017-11-16 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
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