From Library Journal
With the help of medical doctor Neimark, Salt has updated and improved his excellent book on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (LJ 10/15/97). This second edition preserves Salt's clear writing and lively illustrations while completely revising the format. Instead of eight steps on learning to live with IBS, now there are seven steps, which put greater emphasis on choices and action. A nice addition is a chapter on journaling as a mind/spirit health tool, and helpful symbols scattered throughout indicate that more detailed information on a subject is available on the publisher's web site. This book is essential, even for libraries that own the first edition. The Sensitive Gut also deals with irritable bowel syndrome, but it includes other functional gastrointestinal disorders as well: heartburn, dyspepsia, excessive gas, and constipation. It carries the powerful creditability of Harvard Medical School, but its textbook-like format may scare off many potential readers. This is unfortunate, as the language is very clear and easy to understand. The book's conversational tone makes the explanation of the digestive system's mechanics one of the most entertaining yet concrete descriptions available. This guide also discusses the mind/gut connection and alternative medicine options, but since it covers a broader scope than Salt's book, there is less depth in most areas. This is a nice addition to larger collections but is not an essential purchase. KellyJo Houtz Griffin, Eatonville, WA Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Library Journal
This book is essential.
Christiane Northrup, M.D. Author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom and The Wisdom of Menopause
...must reading for everyone who encounters this common condition.
Bernie Siegel, M.D. Author of Love, Medicine and Miracles and Prescriptions for Living
A treasury of information to guide your process of healing.
Joan Borysenko, M.D. Author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind and Inner Peace for Busy People
...by far the best book on the Mind/Body/Spirit connection that I have read in many years.
Book Description
Fast Facts on IBS: One in five people suffers from the frustrating symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). There is no simple answer--no pill, potion, or quick fix--that will cure IBS. But help is available. By understanding what causes IBS and by integrating mind, body, and spirit into the treatment plan, readers can achieve health and wellness. They can move from pain to peace, from helplessness to hopefulness, and from frustration to freedom. Tap into the Body's Powerful Ability to Heal: The interrelationships between mind, body, and spirit are the forces that shape many health issues, especially for those suffering painful symptoms for which medical science does not find a discernible cause. IBS problems are painful and embarrassing, yet medical tests often find nothing abnormal. Spirals of increasing pain and frustration can result. Empowering those who suffer from functional gastrointestinal pain, symptoms, and syndromes to heal themselves, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the MindBodySpirit Connection--an all-new edition of the bestselling classic--offers wise counsel, medical insights, and a chance for people to lead lives of greater health and vitality. There is hope for those who suffer distressing symptoms. Using this guide, readers can learn comprehensive, step-by-step management techniques and connect with a mind-body-spirit protocol that works.
About the Author
William B. Salt II, M.D., coauthor of Fibromyalgia and the MindBodySpirit Connection, is a Clinical Associate Professor in Medicine at The Ohio State University. He lives in Columbus, Ohio. Neil F. Neimark, M.D., author of The Handbook of Journaling: Tools for the Healing of Mind, Body, & Spirit, is a family practitioner and professor of medicine at the University of California, Irvine. He lives in Irvine, California.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the MindBodySpirit Connection FROM THE PUBLISHER
Fast Facts on IBS: One in five people suffers from the frustrating symptoms
of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). There is no simple answer--no pill,
potion, or quick fix--that will cure IBS. But help is available. By
understanding what causes IBS and by integrating mind, body, and spirit into
the treatment plan, readers can achieve health and wellness. They can move
from pain to peace, from helplessness to hopefulness, and from frustration
to freedom. Tap into the Body's Powerful Ability to Heal: The interrelationships between
mind, body, and spirit are the forces that shape many health issues,
especially for those suffering painful symptoms for which medical science
does not find a discernible cause. IBS problems are painful and
embarrassing, yet medical tests often find nothing abnormal. Spirals of
increasing pain and frustration can result. Empowering those who suffer from
functional gastrointestinal pain, symptoms, and syndromes to heal
themselves, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the MindBodySpirit Connection--an
all-new edition of the best-selling classic--offers wise counsel, medical
insights, and a chance for people to lead lives of greater health and
vitality. There is hope for those who suffer distressing symptoms. Using
this guide, readers can learn comprehensive, step-by-step management
techniques and connect with a mind-body-spirit protocol that works.
FROM THE CRITICS
Joan Borysenko - Minding the Body, Mending the Mind and Inner Peace for Busy People
This is by far the best book on the Mind/Body/Spirit connection that I have
read in many years. We have all heard the phrase, 'This book can change your
life.' Well, this book really can. It shows you how to use your symptoms as
the passport to a better life-physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Christiane Northrup - Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom and The Wisdom of Menopause
Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the MindBodySpirit Connection is must reading
for everyone who encounters this common condition-patients, their loved
ones, and the health care providers who treat them. Drs. Salt and Neimark
have written the definitive guide for the millions who suffer from
functional bowel problems.
Library Journal
With the help of medical doctor Neimark, Salt has updated and improved his
excellent book on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (LJ 10/15/97). This second
edition preserves Salt's clear writing and lively illustrations while
completely revising the format. Instead of eight steps on learning to live
with IBS, now there are seven steps, which put greater emphasis on choices
and action. A nice addition is a chapter on journaling as a mind/spirit
health tool, and helpful symbols scattered throughout indicate that more
detailed information on a subject is available on the publisher's website.
This book is essential, even for libraries that own the first
edition.
Isadore Rosenfeld
This is a wonderful resource for millions of people who suffer from some form of this disorder. It is clear, concise, and practical. I recommend it to my patients.
Library Journal
With the help of medical doctor Neimark, Salt has updated and improved his excellent book on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (LJ 10/15/97). This second edition preserves Salt's clear writing and lively illustrations while completely revising the format. Instead of eight steps on learning to live with IBS, now there are seven steps, which put greater emphasis on choices and action. A nice addition is a chapter on journaling as a mind/spirit health tool, and helpful symbols scattered throughout indicate that more detailed information on a subject is available on the publisher's web site. This book is essential, even for libraries that own the first edition. The Sensitive Gut also deals with irritable bowel syndrome, but it includes other functional gastrointestinal disorders as well: heartburn, dyspepsia, excessive gas, and constipation. It carries the powerful creditability of Harvard Medical School, but its textbook-like format may scare off many potential readers. This is unfortunate, as the language is very clear and easy to understand. The book's conversational tone makes the explanation of the digestive system's mechanics one of the most entertaining yet concrete descriptions available. This guide also discusses the mind/gut connection and alternative medicine options, but since it covers a broader scope than Salt's book, there is less depth in most areas. This is a nice addition to larger collections but is not an essential purchase. KellyJo Houtz Griffin, Eatonville, WA Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.
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