Gastroenterology Books

Dr. Jensen's Guide to Better Bowel Care: A Complete Program for Tissue Cleansing through Bowel Management

Bernard Jensen

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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 24 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

powerful tool for managing your health 5 out of 5 stars.
20 of 21 people found this review helpful.

This book is an authoritative reference on bowel care, written in a very convincing and captivating manner. It is not a book to just read, but to actually use and apply for improving your health. It explains very clearly how a colonic irrigation should be done (called "colema" here), which may entail some additonal expense for people who want to get started right away on the program (the colema board is the most important piece of hardware required, it costs around $250, but I found it is absolutely worth it, because it is so easy to clean and store; the supplements for the 7-day cleanse are more-or-less common, and they run another tens of dollars or so). Everything described in the book works exactly as advertised, a very stubborn eczema on my right hand cleared up almost completely after the 7-day cleanse, and yes, what comes out of you during the colema is extremely ugly and smells like death. I have used Dr. Jensen's program as the starting point in a more complex detoxification program in conjunction with saunas, because of some nasty symptoms that no doctor could explain or cure, and it has helped me tremendously, good luck to you, too, help is at hand.

Editorial Review:

Based on 60 years of patient studies, this book provides specific dietary guidelines for proper bowel maintenance, along with a colonic cleansing system and effective exercise program. 25 color photos. 10 charts.

Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Acid Reflux: Nutrition You Can Live With

Elaine Magee

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Total reviews: 22 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

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Heartburn isn't just a minor inconvenience--it is very painful and can inhibit your sleep, affect your work, and make you feel miserable. Of course, if you are one of the 60 million Americans who get heartburn at least once a month, you already know this.

Heartburn happens when the lining of the esophagus comes in contact with too much stomach juice, which can produce a burning pain and injure the esophagus. There is a valve that connects the end of the esophagus with the stomach, which normally functions to keep the stomach acid where it belongs--in the stomach. But in people with frequent heartburn, this valve relaxes too frequently, allowing the stomach acid to splash up into the esophagus.

Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Acid Reflux begins with an overview of acid reflux. Readers get a detailed yet completely understandable explanation of how and why this condition begins--an explanation that is based on the latest medical information. The majority of the book is dedicated to all the ways that diet and lifestyle can bring relief and decrease heartburn, including an entire section with specific tips and recipes to help you during the worst times of the year for heartburn sufferers--the holiday season.

Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Acid Reflux offers dozens of healthful, practical, tasty recipe options for foods you never thought you could enjoy again, plus heartburn-savvy tips on navigating the supermarket, cooking in your kitchen, and eating out.

Leaky Gut Syndrome

Elizabeth Lipski

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Total reviews: 7 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Good but Basic 4 out of 5 stars.
10 of 11 people found this review helpful.

I purchased this book after finding out that I had leaky gut syndrome - the information provided is good, recommended treatments is the standard throughout the alternative world for this problem.

The down side is that no cases studies or persoanl experiences are available.

Great information 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This book is clear, and concise yet packed with important information. It's hard to find information specifically about this condition, and rather than scour the internet for questionable information, get this book. It's a quick read and worth every penny.

Not what I thought it was 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 3 people found this review helpful.

I bought this book because I have digestive a disorder. I had heard of Leaky Gut Syndrome, but didn't understand what it was. Now I do.

very informative 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

A tiny booklet packed with valuable information for anyone looking to improve their health. Who would have thought that a 'leaky gut' could affect so many body systems! Heal your gut...heal your body.

Not much info 2 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

There is not much info here. I should not have bought it. What can one expect from something that was only $3.95?

Editorial Review:

What you can do about faulty digestion.

How to Cook for Crohn's and Colitis: More Than 200 Healthy, Delicious Recipes the Whole Family Will Love

Brenda Roscher

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Total reviews: 12 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

How to Cook for Crohn's and Colitis is a cookbook for anyone who suffers from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, not to be confused with irritable bowel syndrome) or cooks for someone who has the disease. While there is no known cure for Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, their symptoms can be controlled in part by following the dietary guidelines of the American Dietetic Association and those outlined in Dr. Fred Saibil's Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Everything You Need to Know and by other experts.
Brenda Roscher provides sound nutritional advice and outlines the unique dietary needs of people with IBD, showing how to incorporate this information to make healthy choices about which foods to eat.
The recipes in How to Cook for Crohn's and Colitis are designed for the home cook, with easy-to-understand directions and ingredients found in local grocery stores. Because they are simple, many of the recipes can be prepared quickly, which makes them convenient for busy cooks. Finally, the recipes are designed with families in mind, to create meals that everyone can enjoy.
How to Cook for Crohn's and Colitis also contains informative sidebars on such topics as: Tips on Dining Out, Organic vs. Non-Organic Foods, How to Read a Nutrition Label, Kneading Bread Dough, and Tips on Skimming Fat from Broth. It also contains a reading list for anyone who wants to learn more about IBD and nutrition, plus a comprehensive index.
The recipes are organized into the following categories: appetizers, chili-chowders-soups, salads and salad dressings, sandwiches, breads savory and sweet, beef and pork, poultry, fish and seafood, past and sauces, side dishes, condiments and sweets.

The First Year---Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed

Jill Sklar

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Total reviews: 18 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Editorial Review:

When Jill Sklar was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 1989, she quickly discovered the knowledge she sought—accessibly written medical information and guidance on practical, everyday coping skills—wasn’t available. Since then Sklar has educated herself on every aspect of the management and treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis—by reading medical and scientific books and journals, talking with doctors, and networking with other people who have Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis. She now shares her experience and knowledge with everyone who has been newly diagnosed. As a "patient-expert," Sklar walks you step-by-step through everything you need to do and learn each day of your first week after diagnosis, each subsequent week of the first month, and the following eleven months of the crucial first year.

In clear, concise, accessible language, Sklar covers a wide range of practical, medical, and lifestyle issues, beginning with coming to terms with the diagnosis and then moving on to subjects including:

§ Strategies for accomplishing necessary lifestyle changes

§ Guidelines and tips for modifying your diet

§ Surgical options and tips for coping with surgery and hospital stays

§ Choosing the right medical team

§ Discussing your condition with family, friends, and co-workers

§ Current medical research and medications

§ The special needs of children

§ Effective alternative therapies

§ Support group resources

By providing reliable, useful, empathetic, and up-to-date information you need to know when you most need to know it, The First Year™—Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis is an insightful guide for everyone seeking gain back control over their IBD and their lives.