Mind Your Gut

A groundbreaking, holistic approach for treating and thriving with IBS exploring the gut-brain connection—from two renowned experts. If you are one of the 45 million Americans with IBS, you know it's a tricky disease—hard to diagnose, and miserable to live with.  Now, GI psychologist Dr. Megan Riehl and GI expert, registered dietitian Kate Scarlata provide a comprehensive, holistic approach to IBS in Mind Your Gut, sharing valuable information on: The gut, brain, and food connection Stress overload and its heavy impact on IBS Easy to implement, symptom-specific interventions Nutrition remedies to calm your belly and maximize your gut health Making healthy food choices in a food-fear and weight-obsessed culture IBS mimickers and when to re-examine your symptoms with your doctor Offering everything from science-based interventions, targeted mind-gut behavioral strategies (such as body relaxation methods and stress management skills), as well as delicious gut-soothing recipes and nutrition tips, Mind Your Gut combines diet and behavioral interventions for a full toolbox of therapeutic options for your IBS.