An estimated nine million people in the UK and some 35 million Americans suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It ranks second only to the common cold as a cause of lost work time.The exact cause of IBS is t kwn but is associated with food intolerance, stress and gastroenteritis. Symptoms include abdominal pain, flatulence, bloating, and changes in bowel habits and are thought to be caused by muscle contractions in the bowel wall.The most successful treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome are natural; although there is cure for the disorder, there are many strategies for significantly alleviating or preventing all IBS symptoms. After an introduction to the disorder, its causes and symptoms and how to tell if you actually have the disorder, this book - punctuated throughout with case histories and the very latest research - will focus on five key self help strategies: Diet, Supplements, Alternative strategies, Stress management, and, Prescription medications.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Spck Publishing
GTIN
9781847090133
ISBN-10
1847090133
ISBN-13
9781847090133
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95239615
Product Key Features
Author
Theresa Cheung
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Coping with Problems & Illness
Publication Year
2007
Series
1847090133
Dimensions
Height
216mm
Width
135mm
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
London
Author Biography
Theresa Cheung is a health writer and author of 25 books covering a variety of health and psychological issues. This is her fifth book for Sheldon Press.