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The Doctor's Guide to Gastrointestinal Health : Preventing and Treating Acid Reflux, Ulcers, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulitis, Celiac Disease, ... er, Pancreatitis, Cirrhosis, Hernias and more Book Description "This is the reference guide you dream about—answers to all your important questions written in a language you can understand. For everyone who wants better health and peace of mind." —Diane Sawyer, Co-anchor of ABC News' Good Morning America and PrimeTime Thursday "An important, practical, easy-to-read, and easy-to-understand source of information for anyone with a chronic gastrointestinal problem." —Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D., Rossi Distinguished Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and bestselling author Digestive ailments, whether mild or life-threatening, are a major concern for millions of people—and they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. Now, in this essential reference book, Dr. Paul Miskovitz, a physician at one of the world's top medical institutions, helps you understand the causes, symptoms, diagnoses, and medical treatments for a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders—everything from heartburn to IBS to hepatitis C. This comprehensive, user-friendly guide begins with an overview of how your gastrointestinal system works and how it is affected by lifestyle, age, and emotions. Dr. Miskovitz then explains the disorders that can affect your esophagus, stomach, intestine, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, colon, and abdominal cavity—revealing how to identify and treat problems and, in most cases, prevent them. You'll also learn how to: Maintain a healthy gastrointestinal system through diet, exercise, checkups, and screenings Find the right gastroenterologist for you Identify symptoms and get an accurate diagnosis Prevent gastrointestinal problems when you travel Complete with a list of organizations that provide information and support, The Doctor's Guide to Gastrointestinal Health is the ultimate resource for you and your family.

Eating for Acid Reflux: A Handbook and Cookbook for Those with Heartburn Book Description Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) —a digestive condition characterized by the abnormal flow of gastric acid into the esophagus that can damage the fragile esophageal lining, among other effects—causes burning pain, nausea, and vomiting for millions of people each day. Now, in Eating for Acid Reflux, authors Jill Sklar and Annabel Cohen, both of whom have suffered from reflux, offer an invaluable resource for all those seeking relief from acid reflux symptoms. Split into two user-friendly sections—handbook and cookbook—Eating for Acid Reflux includes: • Essential information on the nature of GERD, from epidemiology to common causes • Mainstream and alternative therapies and essential lifestyle modifications • Personal stories from others with the condition • Over 100 healthy, tasty, low-fat, low-acid recipes for every meal, ranging from American culinary favorites to recipes with exotic Asian, South American, and Mediterranean influences • Simple substitutes for seemingly forbidden foods such as desserts and salad dressing • A handy glossary and extensive list of resources Eating for Acid Reflux is perfect for everyone newly diagnosed with acid reflux as well as for those who’ve struggled with the condition for years and are seeking new tips and diet ideas.

How to Stop Heartburn: Simple Ways to Heal Heartburn and Acid Reflux Testimonies For anyone confronted with periodic gastronomical distress, September 11, 2001 How To Stop Heartburn: Simple Ways To Heal Heartburn And Acid Reflux is a guide to relief from acid reflux, commonly known as "heartburn," a condition which affects more than 60 million American adults at least once a month. Chronic heartburn can bring about severe medical problems, including cancer. But heartburn and its brutal consequences can be prevented and minimized with simple treatments and lifestyle choices. Written specifically for the non-specialist general reader, How To Stop Heartburn clearly and succinctly explains the serious consequences of untreated heartburn, and immediate advice concerning it. All the latest treatment options are covered, from nutrition and lifestyle changes to antacids, drugs, surgery, and alternative remedies. How To Stop Heartburn is a "must" for anyone confronted with periodic gastronomical distress! Excellent and thorough!, March 7, 2003 Reviewer: A reader This books covers it all, from what heartburn is to what you can do about it, including medications, alternative remedies (who knew ginger helped heartburn), lifestyle remedies like raising the head of your bed and much more. There's also a chapter about children with GERD, another chapter on pregnancy (when many women have heartburn) and a chapter on heartburn in the elderly. This book can't be beat---although if you buy it, YOU can beat your heartburn problem!