The Bottom Line
Positive and informative with real-life examples to illustrate points.
Pros
- Written by a physician with many years experience
- Recognizes that foods can stimulate symptoms
- Advice on handling stress caused by chronic disorders
Cons
- Jargon can get technical at times
- Covers many disorders rather than focusing on one
Description
- Written by Chief of Digestive Diseases at UCLA
- Advocates using lifestyle changes to combat digestive disorders
- Offers ideas and tools to start making lifestyle changes
Guide Review - Freedom from Digestive Distress
Find the Root of Your Problems
In his book, Gary Gitnick, M.D., advocates using lifestyle changes to combat digestive disorders such as heartburn, gas, bloating and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The book begins by explaining the causes of digestive problems that can include smoking, poor nutrition, and psychological and social factors.
