The Irritable Bowel Syndrome Solution: How It's Cured at the IBS Treatment Center |  | Author: Stephen Wangen
Publisher: Innate Health Publishing
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This is the authoritative resource on IBS. If you have IBS, constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, indigestion, or chronic abdominal pain, there is a logical reason for your suffering. Written by Dr. Stephen Wangen, the founder and Chief Medical Officer of the IBS Treatment Center, this book explains how your symptoms can be cured. You do not need to eat more fiber, take medications or supplements for the rest of your life, or wonder if you are too stressed. You can actually live you life completely free of IBS. In this book you will discover: · What actually causes IBS. · How to find the cause of your IBS symptoms. · Why most IBS treatments dont address the causes of IBS. · How to treat IBS once youve found the cause. · Where to go for help. · How to live the rest of your life healthier and happier without an irritated digestive system.
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 REAL SOLUTIONS FOR EMBARASSING SYMPTOMS September 14, 2006
S. Corning (WA State, USA)
37 out of 44 found this review helpful
Although I had been previously diagnosed with celiac disease with dairy intolerance, this book made me consider that my ongoing symptoms were more than gluten or dairy contamination accidents. In simple, layman's language, Dr. Wangen explains the 'normal' digestive process and problems that can arise in that system (like diarrhea and constipation). Then he describes the common medical approaches ('Treating the Symptoms, Ignoring the Cause') for 'IBS' symptoms. That section describes the typical journey of misdiagnoses and dead ends, which many celiacs take before getting a correct celiac disease diagnosis. Next he discusses the common causes of 'IBS' symptoms, which include celiac disease, food allergies and 'bugs' (such as bacteria imbalances, yeast and parasites). Finally he tells how he determines what causes a patient's symptoms and the appropriate treatment to eliminate those symptoms.
This book convinced me to visit Dr. Wangen's IBS Treatment Center and test for food allergies and other `bugs'. After learning I had 2 additional food allergies and a bacterial imbalance, which caused my continuing symptoms, I followed Dr. Wangen's dietary guidelines to avoid painful allergy reactions and began treatment to restore natural bacterial balance. Although I'm still treating bacterial imbalance, my ongoing symptoms are slowly disappearing and I'm beginning to experience better digestion than I have in years.
If you have been diagnosed with `IBS', but still struggle with symptoms, read this book. If you're a diagnosed celiac, who has ongoing symptoms despite abstaining from gluten, read this book. If you're tired of doctors who dismiss your `gut' symptoms as `stress', read this book. This book HAS solutions for IBS.
Finally - Someone who gets results based on actual research January 12, 2006
Husband of a cured IBS patient (Seattle, WA USA)
23 out of 29 found this review helpful
My wife has been treated by Dr. Wangen at the IBS Treatment Center. His methods make sense. Rather than some nebulous idea about what might be causing your bowel to betray you, he actually tests things that have been shown to cause IBS. He details the results of lots of research in his book in language that is easy to understand.
I have spoken with several people who have had IBS for years and have seen many doctors and tried many diets but have not been able to see much relief. Fortunately for us, Dr. Wangen explains in this book why that is and how to get real results. It was very surprising to find that you can actually measure the various types of bacteria in your intestines and change the mix if it is not right. The website for his clinic, www.ibstreatmentcenter.com has more information and links to the published research that he used to formulate his techniques. That is really refreshing in a world where most IBS books don't cite any sources at all.
This approach to IBS treatment changed my life February 23, 2006
Steve (Seattle, WA)
22 out of 28 found this review helpful
Dr. Wangen's approach, outlined in his book, is to find the underlying CAUSE of IBS. It seems so simple and yet in 20 years of seeking help from a number of doctors, and enduring many tests, no one else could help me. In my first visit with Dr. Wangen he tested for several potential causes and quickly identified my case as food related sensitivities. I have eliminated those foods from my diet and no longer have the symptoms I suffered from for so many years. I believe Dr. Wangen's book outlines a logical approach that can help many people regain their health and life. I also believe every medical general practitioner and internist should be REQUIRED to read it. I highly recommend this book to those who are suffering from IBS and want to feel good again.
Very helpful! February 10, 2010
Jan (Northern California)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
It would not be an exaggeration to say that this book changed my life....let me explain. I have been diagnosed with IBS-D, at first it was a relief to finally have a name for it. But, I soon realized that despite having a name there was little to nothing that would help or make it go away. The standard lines I would hear from MANY doctors - "eat more fiber" "reduce your stress". I was really frustrated, worn out and thought that I would have to live with this chronic pain and discomfort for the remainder of my life.
For the first time (in a very long time) I had hope after reading this book. So much in fact that I went to Seattle to meet with Dr. Wangen. I went though some of the allergy testing and the results were amazing - allergic to Dairy and egg whites were the biggies. Since then I have removed these and other items from my diet and have definitely noticed a big difference.
If you have IBS-D or C and are frustrated with doctors telling you there is nothing they can do for you (except prescribe antidepressants, take Fibercon, and stress less) I would recommend reading the book. If for nothing else, to realize that you can get relief from IBS and start living your life again.
If you have IBS or IBS-like symptoms, this is a must read! May 8, 2009
uncle-buck (Houston, TX USA)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
This is a great book that is full of useful information about IBS and its treatment. I am so grateful to have found it and Dr. Wangen.
Ignore any naysayers who say the book is little more than an advertisement for the IBS Treatment Center. They're just cynical. I went to the center before I read the book and still found the book to be a very valuable resource.
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