IBS For Dummies

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.

Introduction 1 Part 1: Becoming Familiar with IBS 5 Chapter 1: A Road Map to Success with IBS 7 Chapter 2: Demystifying IBS 19 Chapter 3: Discovering Who Gets IBS and Why 37 Chapter 4: Understanding How the Gut-Brain Axis Works in IBS 47 Part 2: Navigating an IBS Diagnosis 67 Chapter 5: Determining Whether You Have IBS 69 Chapter 6: Moving Forward with an IBS Diagnosis 85 Part 3: Managing IBS 99 Chapter 7: Changing Your Diet to Manage IBS 101 Chapter 8: Implementing a Diet That Works for You 119 Chapter 9: Treating IBS with Medications 139 Chapter 10: Exploring Emerging Treatments for IBS 151 Chapter 11: Seeking Mind-Body Treatments 161 Chapter 12: Adjusting Your Lifestyle to Manage IBS 173 Chapter 13: Maintaining Your Quality of Life with IBS 189 Part 4: Coping with IBS at Specific Times 203 Chapter 14: Dealing with IBS in Childhood 205 Chapter 15: Handling IBS in Pregnancy 215 Chapter 16: Dealing with IBS as an Athlete 227 Part 5: Eating Well with IBS 235 Chapter 17: Setting Yourself Up for Low-FODMAP Success 237 Chapter 18: Soups and Salads 249 Chapter 19: Main Dishes 263 Chapter 20: Sides and Snacks 277 Chapter 21: Desserts 291 Part 6: The Part of Tens 305 Chapter 22: Ten Items for Your IBS Survival Kit 307 Chapter 23: Ten Myths about IBS 315 Index 323