The everything® guide to gut health Boost your immune system, eliminate disease, restore digestive health
Book - 2015
Many common ailments can be linked to an unhealthy gut: in addition to IBS and heartburn, it's responsible for weight gain, skin conditions, and depression. Learn simple steps you can take to heal intestinal problems and lead a happier, healthier life!
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Avon, Massachusetts :
Adams Media
[2015]
©2015 - Language
- English
- Main Author
- Other Authors
- Item Description
- "Contains material adapted and abridged from The everything Mediterranean cookbook by Dawn Altomari-Rathjen and Jennifer Bendelius, copyright ©2003 ..."--t.p. verso.
Includes index. - Physical Description
- 304 pages ; 24 cm
- ISBN
- 9781440585265
- Introduction
- 01. Assessing Your Gut Health
- How the Digestive System Works
- The Importance of Healthy Digestion and Good Gut Health
- Identifying Digestive Problems
- Journaling Foods and Symptoms
- 02. Stomach Add
- The Role of Stomach Acid
- Stomach Acid imbalance
- Correcting Stomach Acid Problems
- 03. Food Intolerances, Sensitivities, and Allergies
- What's the Difference?
- Testing for Food Allergies, Intolerances, and Sensitivities
- Gluten Sensitivities
- Lactose Intolerance
- 04. Recognizing Leaky Gut
- Leaky Gut Basics
- Causes of Leaky Gut
- Signs of Leaky Gut
- Restoring Gut Integrity
- Recommended Supplements
- 05. Changing Your Diet to Support Gut Health
- Following an Elimination Diet
- A Natural, Real-Foods Approach
- Focusing on Fiber
- Avoiding Chemicals and Processed Foods
- Restaurants and Eating Out
- Eating Mindfully
- A Sample Menu for Optimal Gut Health
- 06. Balancing Bacteria in Your Gut
- Good and Bad Gut Bacteria
- Healthy Gut Flora
- Importance of Probiotics
- Fixing Bacterial Imbalance
- 07. Hydration and Exercise
- Water, Your Body, and Your Gut
- Choosing Your Water Source
- Beverages to Limit
- Benefits of Exercise
- Exercise and Gut Health
- Types of Exercise
- Starting a Routine and Preventing Boredom
- 08. Children and Got Health
- Children and Good Gut Health
- Getting Started on the Right Path
- Planning for Optimal Gut Health
- When Problems Arise
- 09. Knowing When to Seek Help
- Finding a Doctor Who Can Help
- Functional Medicine
- An Integrative Approach
- Preparing for Your Appointment
- Functional Medicine Testing
- Breakfast and Brunch
- Entrées
- Sides
- Salads and Dressings
- Soups, Stocks, and Sauces
- Snacks
- Smoothies and Juices
- Kid-Friendly Recipes
- Desserts and Sweets
- Appendix A. Additional Resources
- Appendix B. Glossary
- Standard U.S./Metric Conversion Chart
- Index