Every woman's guide to digestive health

The digestive health of twenty-first century Britain leaves much to be desired, with more than 800 million pounds' worth of prescriptions being written annually for the treatment gastro-intestinal complaints.

Whilst 17 per cent of deaths in Britain can be traced to gastro-intestinal causes, a serious disease such as bowel cancer - the second most fatal cancer in the UK - is treatable if caught early enough.

Other serious, though not life-threatening, digestive conditions include: coeliac disease, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, gallstones and gastric ulcers.

More prevalent still, are the commonplace ailments of constipation, diarrhoea, indigestion, heartburn, reflux and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which trouble many people's daily lives."Every Woman's Guide to Digestive Health" considers the reasons behind the current condition of our digestive health and seeks to lessen the social embarrassment which accompanies many digestive disorders. Subjects addressed include: the digestive system and what can go wrong; diet and eating habits; food allergies; stress and digestion; hormones and their influence on digestive health; medical solutions and consulting your GP; complementary remedies; and, self-help measures.

This accessible, informative manual offers a wealth of practical advice on caring for your digestive system more effectively.