Ibs for Dummies - Paperback

by Kristina Campbell (Author), Maitreyi Raman (Author), Natasha Haskey (Author)

Get trustworthy answers to all your questions about irritable bowel syndrome

IBS For Dummies is a much-needed resource that covers all aspects of this common gastrointestinal disorder, from a basic understanding of how the digestive tract works to managing the difficult and often unpredictable symptoms that come with the condition. This essential guide also gives those with IBS and IBS-like symptoms key tips on how to adapt their lifestyle and live life to the fullest. Packed with up-to-date scientific information, IBS For Dummies takes you through the different subtypes of IBS and their symptoms, covers treatment options, and provides helpful tips in a clear and approachable way. The compassionate Dummies approach makes coping with IBS easier, so you won't be held back by your symptoms.

• Discover the role of the gut microbiome and the gut-brain axis in IBS
• Learn how you can get an IBS diagnosis and find the treatment that works for you
• Find IBS-friendly recipes, current research findings, and new management options

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with IBS--or struggles with IBS symptoms without a diagnosis--this book will help you uncover new avenues for relief. Healthcare professionals looking to educate patients will also love this approachable reference.

Back Jacket

Turn your gut's frown upside down

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be difficult to manage, with symptoms that are persistent and unpredictable. IBS For Dummies clears away the confusion, so you can identify a comprehensive plan for better health. You'll get a clear, organized rundown of the types of IBS, along with science-backed approaches to treating them. By understanding how the digestive tract works and monitoring your symptoms, you can identify your triggers, make smart diet and lifestyle adjustments, and live life to the fullest, despite IBS.

Inside...

• Getting an IBS diagnosis
• Learning how IBS compares to other gut disorders
• Recognizing the role of chronic stress
• Understanding the gut-brain axis
• Managing symptoms
• Finding medications and therapies that target the root causes of IBS
• Exploring IBS-friendly recipes

Author Biography

Kristina Campbell, MSc, is the author of The Well-Fed Microbiome Cookbook and Gut Health For Dummies.

Maitreyi Raman, MD, FRCPC, is a gastroenterologist, nutrition specialist, and associate professor at the University of Calgary.

Natasha Haskey, RD, PhD, is a registered dietitian and a researcher at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan.