Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Natural Approach (Paperback)

by Rosemary Nicol (Author) "Anybody can get IBS-you, me, Peter at work, Jane next door..." (more)
Key Phrases: teaspoon wheat free baking powder, gluten free flour, exclusion diet, Anne Dickson, Exercise Six

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Traditional medicine offers no cure for the extremely common irritable bowel syndrome. Author Rosemary Nicol shows how it can be dealt with by addressing the causes: diet and stress. In Irritable Bowel Syndrome, she analyzes the factors that may precipitate the syndrome and helps readers find creative solutions through dietary alternatives and methods for controlling stress.

Product Details

• Paperback: 229 pages
• Publisher: Ulysses Press; 2 edition (November 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569751889
• ISBN-13: 978-1569751886
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,264,923 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So thankful for this book, March 26, 2000

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This review is from: Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Natural Approach (Paperback)

This book has given me hope that there is relief from my IBS. It explains this condition in a way anyone can understand. I discovered things that might be contributing to my symptoms that I had no idea were even remotely related to IBS. It gives a comprehensive overview of the many treatments available, focusing on the natural and homeopathic. I have begun implementing many of the dietary and lifestyle changes covered in this book and look forward to feeling better. I am already feeling better, knowing that I am taking a proactive role in regards to my health. This book has given me the motivation and knowledge to take control of my own health and life again.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding; the ideal treatment of a sensitive subject, March 30, 2001

By	J. Lizzi (Costa Mesa, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

No need to feel embarrassed: everybody suffers from IBS from time to time. I was looking for a book that would offer more than a study guide to the digestive system combined with an encyclopedia on dietary measures, and I wound up more pleased than ever! Author Rosemary Nicol's diverse handling of everything from symptoms (both physical and emotional) of IBS and similar ailments, to stress management, antidotes and diet is absolutely impressive.

I'm not sure what her background is, but Ms. Nicol's writing exhibits thoughtful, intelligent and especially sensitive insight in discussing IBS from the perspectives of biology, psychology, and personality. Then, she elaborates on a range of antidotes too numerous to detail in this space. The one thing that will forever stand out in my mind after reading this book is the absolutely outstanding sensitivity with which the author discusses the psychological and emotional aspects linked to IBS. Her writing is simple and personable, and she doesn't talk down to the reader by throwing in tons of technical terms. The section on diet is very good, but the greatest comfort comes from someone who knows how you feel, and who looks at every angle imaginable in helping you find solutions to this bothersome condition. I give this my highest recommendation.