Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis: Everything You Need to KnowInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) includes two chronic conditions, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It has remained for too long the secret illness no one wants to admit to having, let alone discuss. One percent of North Americans have IBD, yet its cause is unknown, and there is no known cure. Fred Saibil, a renowned expert on IBD, provides concise, critical and practical information on the common symptoms and side effects. He describes the normal gastrointestinal system and then explains what specifically goes wrong in those suffering from IBD. Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis includes important information on:
The book also provides detailed tables, sidebars and diagrams, plus travel tips and other self-help strategies for coping with IBD. For patients, their relatives and caregivers, Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis explains the plain facts about this terrible disease, which seriously affects the daily lives of so many. |
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... Calcium If You Are Lactose Intolerant ? If you're trying a low - lactose diet , there is no urgency about taking calcium pills . The body can easily do without the lost calcium for weeks , even months . In fact , many healthy adults ...
... calcium level is a little low , then the body extracts calcium from the bones . Of course , this can make the bones soft and more prone to fracture . But other factors influence the strength of the bones , such as exercise , the amount ...
... calcium doesn't mean that a lot is better for you . Discuss this with your doctor . Some people get constipated on calcium and this may mean the dose has to be reduced . Taking excessive calcium can lead to kidney stones , and even ...
Contents
Who Gets IBD? What Causes It? | 9 |
Symptoms and Signs | 19 |
How Is IBD Diagnosed? | 28 |
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The New Eating Right for a Bad Gut: The Complete Nutritional Guide to ... James Scala Limited preview - 2000 |