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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 616 EAN: 9780007138050 ISBN: 0007138059 Label: Thorsons Manufacturer: Thorsons Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 256 Publication Date: June 25, 2003 Publisher: Thorsons Studio: Thorsons Accessories:
Editorial Review: Product Description: The most comprehensive self-help book ever written for sufferers of poor intestinal health. Written by a sufferer of ulcerative colitis and journalist who has been speaking out about such painful and common conditions, this book provides advice on how to cope with IBS, Crohn's, ulcerative colitis and other inflammatory gut disorders. Millions of people suffer from lower gut disorders, which can be extremely painful and embarrassing. In "The Good Gut Guide", Stephanie Zinser confronts these often ignored problems, with chapters on: irritable bowel syndrome; ulcerative colitis; Crohn's disease; coeliac disease; diverticulosis; haemorrhoids; and bowel cancer. This comprehensive book is not only a medical resource, but also aims to give support on all elements of life as a sufferer of inflammatory gut disorders. The psychological effect of these debilitating and embarrassing illnesses is considered, with advice on how to cope with depression, hospitals and sexual relationships. Average Rating:
 Rating: - An excellent home resource for digestive disordersThis book clearly lays out disorders of the digestive tract, and even addresses personal issues with embarrassment, intimacy, and other non-medical impacts of these disorders. I liked the anatomy section in the beginning which laid a foundation for understanding and imparted new respect for digestion. I actually found myself wanting to eat better and somewhat dismayed at the stress bad food & drink habits have on my body! I also liked that it offered medical, wholistic, herbal, and even aromatherapy ... Read More Rating: - Invaluable resource for everyday folksAbout a year ago I had very uncomfortable gastro-intestinal issues. Specialists performed a series of horrifying tests and and after four months had no diagnosis. Taking matters into my own hands, I picked up and read "The good gut guide" and begrudgingly changed my diet and lifestyle. I am pleased to report that my guts are good. Thank you for the well written and user friendly guide book. Rating: - A LAYMAN'S GUIDE TO STOMACH DISORDERSAn incredible collection of what can go wrong with your gut. The Good Gut Guide provides answers and direction for the unknowing parent, friend or neighbor that has been battling just about any type of intestinal problem you can imagine. Zinser uses humor to break through the embarrassment we all generally feel when talking about constipation, gas or other sensitive issues like these. The book is reader friendly, educational and still amazingly detailed. My nine-year-old daughter suffers from chronic ... Read More Rating: - A LAYMAN'S GUIDE TO STOMACH DISORDERSAn incredible collection of what can go wrong with your gut. The Good Gut Guide provides answers and direction for the unknowing parent, friend or neighbor that has been battling just about any type of intestinal problem you can imagine. Zinser uses humor to break through the embarrassment we all generally feel when talking about constipation, gas or other sensitive issues like these. The book is reader friendly, educational and still amazingly detailed. My nine-year-old daughter suffers from chronic ... Read More Rating: - A LAYMAN'S GUIDE TO STOMACH DISORDERSAn incredible collection of what can go wrong with your gut. The Good Gut Guide provides answers and direction for the unknowing parent, friend or neighbor that has been battling just about any type of intestinal problem you can imagine. Zinser uses humor to break through the embarrassment we all generally feel when talking about constipation, gas or other sensitive issues like these. The book is reader friendly, educational and still amazingly detailed. My nine-year-old daughter suffers from chronic ... Read More 
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