Digestive Wellness

by Lipski, Elizabeth

• ISBN13: 9780879839840
• ISBN10: 0879839848
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-11-01
• Publisher: MCG

Summary

Sixty percent of the population has suffered from a digestive ailment in the last three months. Acid reflux, heartburn, gastritis, ulcers, lactose intolerance, and food allergies are among the many ailments caused by faulty digestion. "Digestive Wellness" was designed to help you understand the complex relationships between gastrointestinal physiology, diet, and health. Written by noted nutritionist Elizabeth Lipski, this accessible third edition of the popular resource has been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest information and research on digestive disorders. Here, you will find practical advice on implementing a wellness program to promote health and alleviate a wide range of problems caused by faulty digestion.

Author Biography

Elizabeth Lipski, Ph.D., is a clinical nutritionist in private practice

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Preface	p. xi
Acknowledgments	p. xiii
Introduction: Who Can Benefit from This Book?	p. xv
The American Way of Life Is Hazardous to Our Health	p. 1
Food and the Environment	p. 6
Food Preparation and Technology	p. 7
Food Additives
The Microwave
Genetic Engineering
Food Irradiation
The Changing American Lifestyle	p. 12
Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers
Antibiotics
Pollution and Environmental Toxins
The Will to Change	p. 14
A Voyage Through the Digestive System	p. 17
You Aren't Only What You Eat	p. 18
A Guided Tour Through the Digestive System	p. 21
The Brain
The Mouth
The Esophagus
The Stomach: The Body's Blender
Small Intestine
The Pancreas
Gut-Associated Lymphatic Tissue (GALT)
Gut Serotonin
The Liver: The Body's Fuel Filter
The Gallbladder: A Holding Tank for Bile
The Large Intestine or Colon
The Bugs in Your Body: Intestinal Flora	p. 37
The Many Benefits of Intestinal Flora	p. 40
Probiotic Bacteria Help Us in Many Ways
Not All Intestinal Bacteria Are Friendly	p. 48
Prebiotics	p. 48
Foods and Herbs That Enhance Intestinal Flora	p. 50
Probiotic Supplements	p. 52
Dosage
Dysbiosis: A Good Neighborhood Gone Bad	p. 55
What Causes Dysbiosis?	p. 62
Patterns of Dysbiosis	p. 65
Putrefaction Dysbiosis
Fermentation Dysbiosis
Deficiency Dysbiosis
Sensitization Dysbiosis
Candida: The Masquerader	p. 68
Leaky Gut Syndrome: The Systemic Consequences of Faulty Digestion	p. 81
What Causes Leaky Gut Syndrome?	p. 86
Chronic Stress
Dysbiosis
Environmental Contaminants
Overconsumption of Alcoholic Beverages
Poor Food Choices
Use of Medication
Restoring Gut Integrity	p. 88
Food and Environmental Sensitivities	p. 89
Lectins	p. 93
Elimination-Provocation Diet	p. 94
Functional Medicine and Functional Testing	p. 97
Acid-Alkaline Balance and pH Testing	p. 98
Home pH Testing
Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA)	p. 106
Parasitology Testing	p. 107
Elimination-Provocation Food Sensitivity Testing	p. 114
Food Allergy/Sensitivity Testing	p. 115
Leaky Gut Syndrome or Intestinal Permeability Testing	p. 116
Heidelberg Capsule Test	p. 116
Functional Liver Profile Testing	p. 117
Indican Test	p. 119
Lactose Intolerance Testing	p. 119
Hair Analysis	p. 121
Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth Test	p. 121
Electrical Acupuncture Voltage (EAV) Testing	p. 122
Organic Acid Testing	p. 123
Moving Toward a Wellness Lifestyle	p. 125
First Things First: Detoxification	p. 131
Detoxification Programs	p. 134
Fruit and Vegetable Cleansing	p. 134
Metabolic Cleansing	p. 136
Vitamin C Flush	p. 137
Low-Temperature Saunas and Steams	p. 138
Diet Means "A Way of Living"	p. 145
Clean Out the Pantry	p. 146
Rules for Eating, Cooking, and Shopping	p. 148
Eat Local Foods in Season
The Life in Foods Gives Us Life
Plan Ahead: Carry Food with You
Eat Small, Frequent Meals to Sustain Even Energy Levels
Eat When You Are Hungry; Stop When You Are Satisfied
Relax While Eating
Choose Organically Grown Foods Whenever Possible
Eat as Many Fruits and Vegetables as Possible
Eat Lean Protein Including High EPA and DHA Fish One to Two Times a Week
Drink Clean Water
Respect Your Own Biochemical Uniqueness
Increase High-Fiber Foods
A Guide to Buying Food	p. 160
Cereals and Grains
Eggs
Fish and Seafood
Seaweeds
Meat and Poultry
Oils, Nuts, and Seeds
Shopping List	p. 164
Fruits and Vegetables
Legumes (Beans and Peas)
Whole Grains
Whole Grain Breads
Breads and Pastas
Cereals
Dairy Products and Eggs
Fish and Seafood
Meats and Poultry
Beverages
Oils, Nuts, and Seeds
Condiments
Natural Therapies for Common Digestive Problems	p. 171
Mouth	p. 173
Bad Breath or Halitosis
Cheilosis or Cracks in the Corners of the Mouth and Lips
Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease
Mouth Ulcers or Canker Sores
Thrush
Tongue Problems
Esophagus	p. 183
Belching or Eructation
Heartburn or Gastric Reflux and Hiatal Hernia
Barrett's Esophagus
Stomach	p. 190
Gastric Hypofunction or Hypochlorhydria
Gastric Ulcers and Gastritis
Liver	p. 203
Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Pancreas	p. 218
Gallbladder	p. 220
Gallstones
Small Intestine	p. 226
Flatulence or Intestinal Gas
Parasites
Celiac Disease, Sprue, or Gluten Intolerance
Colon or Large Intestine	p. 240
Constipation
Diarrhea
Diverticular Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
Hemorrhoids
Natural Therapies for the Diverse Consequences of Faulty Digestion	p. 279
Arthritis	p. 280
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
Asthma	p. 300
Behcet's Disease (BD)	p. 305
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome	p. 311
Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis	p. 321
Fibromyalgia	p. 329
Food and Environmental Sensitivities	p. 337
Migraine Headaches	p. 343
Psoriasis	p. 351
Schizophrenia	p. 358
Scleroderma	p. 362
Resources	p. 371
References	p. 375
Index	p. 439
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