IBS: A Doctor's Plan for Chronic Digestive Troubles 3 Ed: The Definitive Guide to Prevention and Relief (Paperback)

by M.D. Gerard Guillory M.D. (Author), M.D. O'Neill Barrett Jr. M.D. (Foreword) "IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME, spastic colon, spastic colitis, mucous colitis, nervous stomach, nervous diarrhea, functional bowel disease-the names may vary, but one fact is certain: suffering..." (more)
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the most common of all digestive disorders, is the leading cause of recurrent abdominal pain. This expanded edition sums up the latest research and offers new information on treatments and on the relationship of anxiety disorders to IBS. The benchmark IBS book, now with updated medical information, includes alternative and natural treatments.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Hartley and Marks Publishers; 3rd edition (May 10, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881791792
• ISBN-13: 978-0881791792
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #958,833 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not enough Facts too many quick qonclusions, June 23, 2002

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When a Dr. writes a book, we all assume that all the conculsion will be based in fact as opposed to annecdotal fiction. While Dr.Gerard provides a good explanation of what IBS is and a high level guide to reducing IBS symptoms through diet and lifestyle changes...he fails to provide enough details on the diet that is needed. Also, he does not do a very through job of analyzing and discussing dietary fiber supplements, such as metamucil which have proven useful for many IBS sufferers. For example, in his writing that experts are split on whether or not Metamucil can help IBS sufferers with Dir..h and that he doesn't feel it works is not very useful to a person who just bought this book looking for a "Guide to Prevention and Relief".He should state that for those other experts that think Metamucil is helpful, how they suggest taking the supplement and what are the common issues that surround such therapy.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good one Volume Guide to IBS, July 4, 1997

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This review is from: Ibs: A Doctor's Plan for Chronic Digestive Troubles : The Definitive Guide to Prevention and Relief (Paperback)

Dr. Guillory offers a revised and newly updated edition of his definitive guide for the one in five people suffering from spastic colon, cramping pains or nausea after eating, constipation, gas, and diarrhea--the variety of uncomfortable digestive symptoms known as IBS--Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Revealing questionnaires and special temporary diets are featured, as well as detailed information about testing and medications. Included are special stress reduction techniques along with corrective exercises and advice on lifestyle changes that provide relief

4.0 out of 5 stars Good one Volume Guide to IBS, July 4, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Ibs: A Doctor's Plan for Chronic Digestive Troubles : The Definitive Guide to Prevention and Relief (Paperback)

Dr. Guillory offers a revised and newly updated edition of his definitive guide for the one in five people suffering from spastic colon, cramping pains or nausea after eating, constipation, gas, and diarrhea--the variety of uncomfortable digestive symptoms known as IBS--Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Revealing questionnaires and special temporary diets are featured, as well as detailed information about testing and medications. Included are special stress reduction techniques along with corrective exercises and advice on lifestyle changes that provide relief