A patient who is also a dietitian, Dalessandro shares her personal experience and expertise in a comprehensive guide that incorporates diet into the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. Recipes are included.
This practical guide provides patients who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies for coping with IBD. It teaches a number of skills that can make coping with Crohn’s or colitis easier. Chapters provide an overview of Crohn’s and colitis as well as the interplay between stress and the gut, before offering strategies on relaxation training, physical activity, managing stress and avoidance, diet and nutrition, and medical treatment options. The book also emphasizes the importance of the doctor-patient relationship and helps patients learn how to think about medical management (including the possibility of surgery) to minimize anxiety from catastrophic thoughts and balance potential risks and benefits appropriately. Dr. Hunt challenges readers to engage in specific behavioral experiments to reduce shame and stigma and highlights practical applications with case illustrations and clinical vignettes. This book can be used as a standalone self-help book or in conjunction with practitioners during in-person therapy.
When a child has inflammatory bowel disease, the family has many concerns: Why is my child sick? What can we do to help him get better? What does the future hold for her? In this book, an expert team of pediatric gastroenterologists explains the symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments associated with Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis, and indeterminate colitis to help parents and children cope with the challenges of IBD. The authors' empathy and experience are evident throughout as they answer such questions as: • What are inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn disease, and ulcerative colitis?• Is there a cure for IBD?• How is IBD going to affect my child's daily life?• Will my child's diet change?• Can my child still play sports?• Will my child need surgery?• What are the side effects of commonly prescribed medications? The book also provides parents with practical advice on how to tell their children about their IBD and discusses the challenges children may face at school and in their social lives, especially as they grow older. Additional information on IBD medications, complementary treatments, and further reading round out this comprehensive and reliable resource.
A wellness plan for those with inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis—with expert guidance on creating a gut-healthy diet, finding the right treatments for you, and much more Approximately 1.5 million people in the United States alone are afflicted with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a category of illnesses that includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and that number is steadily growing. Although there is not yet a cure for Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis, patients can help reduce their symptoms and improve their overall wellbeing by following a comprehensive wellness plan such as those outlined in Living with Crohn’s & Colitis. Living with Crohn’s & Colitis offers patient-focused, expert guidance on everything from the latest medical treatments, how to cope with a diagnosis, and tips for balancing diet with a busy lifestyle so you can form a personalized wellness plan. Also included: • Easy to understand information on the role of inflammation and the immune system on gut health • Traditional and alternative treatment options for a broad, full-body approach to wellness • A three-month wellness plan adjustable to each individual’s health needs • Over 25 delicious recipes designed for those with IBD Learning to live with the myriad aspects of Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis treatment, including dietary restrictions and medications, can seem overwhelming. Written by a naturopathic doctor and a Crohn’s patient, Living with Crohn’s & Colitis is a thoughtful, balanced resource to help you on your journey to wellness.
The ultimate reference for those with Crohn's and colitis and their family and friends Crohn's disease and colitis are frustrating, often debilitating gastrointestinal diseases that can have a severe impact on the overall health of those who suffer from them. According to the latest estimates, more than 600,000 patients in North America have Crohn's disease. Written by a physician specialising in the treatment of IBDs, Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies is a complete plain-English guide to understanding, treating, and living well with these diseases. Helps readers actively recognize symptoms of Crohn's and colitis and explains the diagnostic procedures doctors use to identify these diseases Outlines how the whole body is affected by Crohn's and colitis, and the potential hazards of letting the disease go untreated Offers expert advice and guidance on controlling Crohn's and colitis with diet and outlines the treatment options of medicines and surgery, including the various risks and benefits of each Provides practical advice for parents of children with Crohn's and colitis with insights into how children's treatment options can differ from those of adults
A Crohn's Disease diagnosis does not have to mean you or your loved ones no longer are able to enjoy food! Crohns Disease Comprehensive Diet Guide and Cookbook is a helpful and important guide to eating with Crohns disease. This cookbook has great recipes, essential tips for managing Crohns and meal planning samples. With over 130 recipes, this guide is perfect for anyone seeking advice for themselves or about how to prepare foods for their loved ones. Inside you will find: * A brief introduction to what is Crohn’s disease, symptoms, typical medications, and Crohn's awareness * Healthy nutritional choices for Inflammatory Bowel Disease IBD patients * Anti inflammatory supplements and vitamins to reduce the gut inflammation * Different diet options such as low residue and low fiber for Crohn’s auto immune disorder patients * Compares IBD diets with other diets such as paleo and Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS LOWFODMAP diet * Complete lists of foods to consume and avoid * 14-day meal plans for remission periods as well as for flare ups * Over 130 fantastic recipes for Crohn’s patients (safe for gut health) and more! This guide also features the top 75 cooking tips for Crohn’s patients in a series and a sample of a Crohn’s Management Journal! Discover great tips for cooking for Crohn’s patients as well as advice on food preparation and meal planning. This diet book is also a great choice for the health of ulcerative colitis patients. Whether you have been newly diagnosed, are looking for information for a child or other loved one, or have been struggling with Crohn’s for some time hoping for new options, this diet guide and cookbook is an essential addition to your library.
"In addition to vital information on digestive wellness, this book contains 99 delicious recipes suitable for those with IBD. The recipes range from beverages to vegetables, salads to desserts"--Page 4 of cover.