Gut Health For Dummies
1. Edition March 2024
384 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Further versions
Combat digestive symptoms and get trustworthy information to keep yourself healthy from the inside out
Gut Health For Dummies can help you restore and optimize your gut and its microbes, for better health day to day. Clear away the confusion and debunk the unscientific information found on social media with this essential guide. You'll learn what makes the gut so important and how it influences the rest of your body, including your brain. Figure out how to manage digestive disorders and gut symptoms, confidently navigate the world of probiotics and other gut health supplements, and find inspiration for the diet and lifestyle changes that will support your health for years to come. This jargon-free Dummies guide will set you on the right path, giving you tips for adopting healthy habits, healing your gut biome, and being proactive for wellbeing and longevity.
* Learn how the gut works and explore what may be causing your digestive symptoms
* Combat IBS and other gut disorders with the latest science
* Steer clear of myths, scams, and misinformation--discover what actually works
* Be proactive in managing your gut health to ensure robust health and wellbeing at every age
For those who currently experience gastrointestinal symptoms, and anyone interested in learning about evidence-based ways to optimize gut health, Gut Health For Dummies is the right choice.
Part 1: Understanding Why Gut Health Is Important 7
Chapter 1: No Healthy Gut, No Health Glory 9
Chapter 2: Grasping How the Digestive System Works 19
Chapter 3: Getting to Know Your Gut's Ecosystem of Microbes 33
Chapter 4: Discovering What Influences Gut Health 55
Chapter 5: Connecting the Dots from Gut Health to Overall Health 73
Part 2: Restoring Your Gut Health 99
Chapter 6: Demystifying Digestive Symptoms 101
Chapter 7: Understanding Digestive Diagnoses 115
Chapter 8: Empowering Yourself without a Diagnosis 135
Chapter 9: Navigating Life with Digestive Symptoms 145
Part 3: Optimizing Your Gut Health 159
Chapter 10: Eating for Good Gut Health 161
Chapter 11: Adjusting Your Lifestyle For Long-Term Gut Health 201
Chapter 12: Becoming Savvy with Gut Health Science 219
Part 4: Nourishing Yourself and Your Gut 231
Chapter 13: Nourishing Soups & Salads 233
Chapter 14: Gut-Friendly Main Courses 245
Chapter 15: Sustaining Sides & Snacks 257
Chapter 16: Digestive-Friendly Desserts 269
Part 5: Supporting Health through the Gut at Times in Life 281
Chapter 17: Paying Attention to Gut Health in Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy 283
Chapter 18: Fostering Good Gut Health in Children and Teens 303
Chapter 19: Maintaining Gut Health in Older Age 317
Part 6: The Part of Tens 325
Chapter 20: Ten Foods for Better Gut Health 327
Chapter 21: Ten Myths about Gut Health Debunked 337
Index 347
