Irritable Bowel Syndrome is one of the most common reasons for a visit
to the doctor in the United States, Europe, and other parts of the
Western world. Even so, the majority of patients who have IBS do not
seek medical care, which may be because of fear, embarrassment, or the
lack of effective treatments. IBS affects both genders and all races.
Recent data shows that 14 to 24 percent of women and 5 to 19 percent of
men in the United States and Great Britain have IBS.
If you have IBS, you are undoubtedly familiar with the link between your
condition, your comfort, and what you eat or drink. Elaine Magee gives
you positive advice about what foods you should eat almost every day,
and whether you suffer from IBS constipation, IBS diarrhea predominant,
or the type of IBS that includes both conditions. Easy-to-use tables
list what foods are good for diarrhea, and for constipation, and which
foods cause bloating or gastrointestinal distress.
This new edition of Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Irritable Bowel
Syndrome contains an updated review of all the possible causes of IBS,
including hormones and certain medications. It also includes nuggets of
wisdom from Dr. Christine Frissora, MD, associate professor of
gastroenterology at New York Presbyterian Hospital.
Also included are practical tips such as "The 5 Quickest Ways to 25
Grams of Fiber;" dozens of healthful, mouth-watering recipes; and
practical supermarket and "eating out" advice from someone who has
suffered from IBS for more than 20 years--the author.
