Self-manage digestive disorders through dietary choices Suffering from a gastrointestinal disorder-whether its irritable bowel syndrome, gas, constipation, heartburn, or another condition-can be embarrassing and debilitating. While medical treatments and prescriptions can offer relief, one of the most important ways you can help yourself is to choose the right foods to eat. Backed by the American Dietetic Association, this user-friendly guide shows you how to analyze your eating habits so that you can map out a dietary plan to manage and reduce the uncomfortable symptoms of digestive disorders. Youll find practical recommendations for implementing changes in your lifestyle and advice on steering clear of common dietary mistakes. Your meals will be pleasurable and nourishing experiences-not painful ones-when you discover how to make the best and most comfortable food choices so you can embark on the road to digestive health.

Acknowledgments. Introduction. PART ONE: Understanding Your Digestive System. 1. How Your Gut Works. 2. Survival Skills for Self-Managing Your Digestive Condition. 3. Getting Started. PART TWO: Moving toward Better Digestion. 4. Food-borne Illnesses and Prevention. 5. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. 6. Ulcers. 7. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. 8. Irritable Bowel Syndrome. 9. Diverticular Diseases. 10. Celiac Disease. 11. Lactose Intolerance. 12. Gas and Bloating. 13. Nausea and Vomiting. 14. Diarrhea. 15. Constipation. 16. The Supporting Cast: Disorders of the Liver, Pancreas, and Gallbladder 201 Appendixes. Appendix A: Personal Food, Supplement, and Symptoms Diary. Appendix B: Personal Food and Supplements Diary to Record Fiber. Appendix C: Personal Food Diary to Record Gluten-Free Foods. Appendix D: Personal Food Diary to Record Dietary Fat Intake and Symptoms. Appendix E: Personal Food Diary to Record Fluid, Sodium, and Protein Intake. Appendix F: Resources. Index.