Introduction 1

Part1: Becoming Familiar with IBS 5

Chapter 1: A Road Map to Success with IBS 7

Chapter 2: Demystifying IBS 19

Chapter 3: Discovering Who Gets IBS and Why 37

Chapter 4: Understanding How the Gut-Brain Axis Works in IBS 47


Part2: Navigating an IBS Diagnosis 67

Chapter 5: Determining Whether You Have IBS 69

Chapter 6: Moving Forward with an IBS Diagnosis 85


Part3: Managing IBS 99

Chapter 7: Changing Your Diet to Manage IBS 101

Chapter 8: Implementing a Diet That Works for You 119

Chapter 9: Treating IBS with Medications 139

Chapter 10: Exploring Emerging Treatments for IBS 151

Chapter 11: Seeking Mind-Body Treatments 161

Chapter 12: Adjusting Your Lifestyle to Manage IBS 173

Chapter 13: Maintaining Your Quality of Life with IBS 189


Part4: Coping with IBS at Specific Times 203

Chapter 14: Dealing with IBS in Childhood 205

Chapter 15: Handling IBS in Pregnancy 215

Chapter 16: Dealing with IBS as an Athlete 227


Part5: Eating Well with IBS 235

Chapter 17: Setting Yourself Up for Low-FODMAP Success 237

Chapter 18: Soups and Salads 249

Chapter 19: Main Dishes 263

Chapter 20: Sides and Snacks 277

Chapter 21: Desserts 291


Part6: The Part of Tens 305

Chapter 22: Ten Items for Your IBS Survival Kit 307

Chapter 23: Ten Myths about IBS 315

Index 323