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Fast facts about GI and liver diseases for nurses : what APRNs need to know in a nutshell / by Chaney, Amanda.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.pt. I. Assessment of common gastrointestinal symptoms -- Abdominal assessment, labs, imaging, and differential diagnosis -- Nausea and vomiting -- Abdominal pain -- Constipation -- Diarrhea -- pt. II. Common GI disorders -- Celiac disease -- Irritable bowel syndrome -- Food intolerances or allergies -- Inflammatory bowel disease -- Gastroesophageal reflux disease -- Peptic ulcer disease -- Diverticular disease -- Gallstones -- Gastrointestinal cancers -- pt. III. Liver disease -- Assessment of liver function and abnormal liver function tests -- Causes of liver disease -- Viral hepatitis -- Fatty liver disease -- Autoimmune liver disease -- Acute liver failure -- pt. IV. Cirrhosis and its complications -- Cirrhosis -- Ascites/fluid retention -- Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis -- Gastrointestinal bleeding -- Hepatic encephalopathy -- Hepatorenal syndrome -- Hepatopulmonary syndrome -- Hepatocellular carcinoma -- Malnutrition/vitamin deficiencies -- pt. V. Liver transplantation -- Transplant recipient considerations -- Transplant donor considerations -- Posttransplant care.The only resource of its kind, this concise, practical guide to GI and liver disease delivers current information on diagnosing, managing, and treating common GI and liver disorders, along with providing liver transplant guidelines. Written for nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in varied specialties, it fills a gap in information needed by primary and acute care professionals who are the chief caretakers for GI and liver patients. This guide delivers information on recent important treatment advances that have revolutionized GI and liver care and provides guidance for seeking expert advice or urgent/emergent care for more complex cases. The “Fast Facts in a Nutshell” feature highlights key takeaway points throughout the text.The resource reviews common GI symptoms and disorders from irritable bowel disorders (including key differences between Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) to gallstones and GERD. A section on liver disease describes essential liver functions, reviews liver function tests, and addresses commonly and less commonly seen liver disease diagnoses. Complications of cirrhosis are examined to ensure prompt recognition of these potentially deadly symptoms. Additionally, the book addresses liver transplantation with comprehensive attention to the evaluation process, organ donation/allocation, and post-transplant care for donor and recipient alike. Each chapter includes an overview, significant laboratory or imaging findings, treatment options, expected outcomes, and IDC-10 codes for billing and reimbursement. -- from publisher.
Subjects: Gastrointestinal system; Liver; Gastrointestinal Diseases.; Liver Diseases.;
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The holistic guide to gut health : discover the truth about leaky gut, balancing your microbiome, and restoring whole-body health / by Stengler, Mark,1969-author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-264) and index.It's all about the gut -- The holistic healthy gut protcol.Dr. Stengler's integrative program will restore whole-body health--and help protect you from virulent viruses and infections. The health of your gut directly affects whether you are healthy or sick. In this book you will learn the truth about the gut-body connection and what you can do to resolve your health issues. Unfortunately, many doctors are unaware of the all-too-common symptoms of leaky gut, and as a result, the root cause of your health problems may not be addressed. You may receive a prescription to help with your uncomfortable symptoms, but real healing at a deeper level will not occur. Did you know that all of the following conditions can be traced back to your gut? Digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), acid reflux, celiac disease, gas, and bloating Diabetes Headaches & trouble concentrating Joint pain/arthritis Anxiety & depression Eczema, allergies, and asthma Insomnia & fatigue Post-covid syndrome Here's the truth: the health of your gut (especially the small intestine and its microbiome) affects the health of all organs in the body--and it is often the root of all of your health problems. Your gut is also the epicenter of much or your immune system. If you want to have more resiliency to infection or be less prone to autoimmune disorders--or even cancer--then a healthy digestive system is necessary. This book will arm you with all of the information you need to determine if you have a leaky gut as well as natural solutions that heal the gut and thus the health of the body. Dr. Stengler's successful healing protocol includes supplements that target specific conditions, healthy lifestyle recommendations such as a stress detox, and delicious prebiotic, probiotic, and Mediterranean recipes chock full of gut-healing foods.
Subjects: Holistic medicine; Gastrointestinal system; Gastrointestinal system;
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Gastrointestinal diseases and disorders sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including the esophagus, stomach, intestines, rectum, liver, and pancreas, with facts about gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastritis, appendicitis, ulcers, celiac disease, diverticulitis, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids, gallstones, and other diseases and disorders related to the digestive process ; along with information about cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, food intolerances, and commonly used diagnostic and surgical procedures, statistics, a glossary, and resources for additional help and information. by Omnigraphics, Inc.;
"Provides basic consumer health information about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of digestive diseases and disorders affecting the esophagus, stomach intestines, gall bladder, liver and pancreas. It also includes facts about the effects of food intolerances, infections, and certain cancers. An index, glossary of related terms, and other resources are also provided"--Includes bibliographical references and index.Introduction to the digestive system -- Diagnostic and surgical procedures used for gastrointestinal disorders -- Disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract -- Disorders of the lower gastrointestinal tract -- Disorders of the digestive system's solid organs: the liver and the pancreas -- Cancers of the gastrointestinal tract -- Food intolerances and infectious disorders of the gastrointestinal tract -- Additional help and information.
Subjects: Gastrointestinal system;
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The lose your belly diet : change your gut, change your life / by Stork, Travis.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-229) and index.We're accustomed to thinking of bacteria as bad -- and some are -- but most of the bacteria and microbes in our guts do amazing things, like working with our immune system to fight disease and helping our bodies digest food. Not only can't we live without them, but as their numbers and diversity increase, so too does our health. In this book, we look at all of the ways you can improve your own gut health, starting with the food you eat. My diet recommendations, meal plans, and recipes will help feed and protect your gut microbes. And we look at the many other steps you can take to support your beneficial bacteria, from avoiding unnecessary antibiotics to changing the way you think about dirt and germs.Introduction: Your gut health/weight loss opportunity -- Part I: What's going on in your belly? -- Meet the microbes -- Your very busy buddies -- Microbiome balance and weight gain -- Better gut health, less disease -- Start repairing gut damage TODAY -- Part II: Foods that feed your gut -- Feed your buddies the food they love best -- Fill your belly with prebiotic superstars -- Pick plenty of plant protein -- Don't give up on grains! -- Get your buddies to go -- Ban bacteria bullies in food -- Part III: Other ways to boost gut health -- Avoid unnecessary antibiotics -- Strengthen your buddies with exercise -- Consider probiotic supplements -- Protect and support your family's buddies -- Get dirtier -- Part IV: The Lose Your Belly diet, meal plans, and weight loss maintenance guide -- The Lose Your Belly diet quizzes -- The Lose Your Belly diet guidelines -- The Lose Your Belly diet recipes guide.
Subjects: Weight loss.; Reducing diets.; Gastrointestinal system;
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A gastroenterologist's guide to gut health : everything you need to know about colonoscopy, digestive diseases, and healthy eating / by Novick, David M.,1948-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Introduction -- Diagrams of the gastrointestinal tract, colon, and gallbladder & pancreas -- Preparing for colonoscopy -- Sedation and anesthesia -- The colonoscopy -- Recovery after colonoscopy -- Putting colonoscopy in perspective: the evidence, quality issues, and surveillance intervals -- Colonoscopy: risks, alternatives, and barriers -- Overview of colon cancer -- Diverticulosis and diverticulitis -- Irritable bowel syndrome -- Inflammatory bowel disease -- Clostridium difficile infection, or C-Diff -- Hemorrhoids -- Evaluation of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine -- Heartburn and reflux -- Disorders of the stomach and small intestine, including celiac disease -- Gallbladder and pancreas -- Hepatitis C -- Cirrhosis and the spectrum of liver disease -- Healthy eating -- How to get the most out of your visit to the doctor.Written by a gastroenterologist with decades of clinical and research experience, A Gastroenterologist's Guide to Gut Health provides the advice that Dr. Novick gives to patients in his practice every day, written in a clear, conversational, and easily understandable style. Advocating strongly for colon cancer screening and prevention, he walks readers through the process of colonoscopy, demystifying the procedure so patients know exactly what to expect. A review of alternatives to colonoscopy are also included. In addition to colonoscopy and colon cancer, Dr. Novick reviews irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, acid reflux, hepatitis C, hemorrhoids, and many other GI diseases. He provides clear and specific details on best nutrition practices and explains how to get the most out of your visit to the doctor. Anyone with questions about digestive health, prevention, and screening will find here a ready and accessible resource for staying healthy and feeling good.--AMAZON.
Subjects: Gastrointestinal system; Gastrointestinal system; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Gastrointestinal Tract;
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A gut feeling : Conquer your sweet tooth by tuning into your microbiome / by Wise, Heather Ann,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Chapter 1: Wake-Up Call / Chapter 2: The Secret Microbial Garden / Chapter 3: The Science Behind Our Addiction to Sweets / Chapter 4: Sweet Intentions / Chapter 5: Be Mindful of Your Stress-Induced Sweet Tooth /Chapter 6: What are Sugary Foods, Exactly? / Chapter 7: Wheat Sugar / Chapter 8: Sugar Incognito / Chapter 9: Balanced Bellies: What to Eat to Heal Your Gut Microbiome / Chapter 10: Tuning Into the Garden Within / Appendix: Candida Cleanse and Additional Resources.We all know sugar is bad for us, so why can’t we stop eating it? A Gut Feeling gives a personal and scientific look into the world of microbes that live within our bodies and how they can explain our relationship to and cravings for certain foods. Heather Wise takes the reader through a hidden inner world of microflora that shapes our mood, physical health, sweet cravings, and even genes. She makes us question whether a diet high in sugary, processed, dead foods—devoid of any microscopic life—may be causing us to feel sick, tired and depressed.The microbiome is emerging as the answer to many of our most sought after questions. Using her own story and the science currently available, Wise provides a window into the latest research on the vast world of microbes in our bodies. She explains in simple terms how what we eat can change the expression of our genes and how this symbiotic relationship between microbes and human cells can determine our health. This understanding sheds light on the fact that the genetic makeup of our bodies is more malleable than we could have ever imagined. Wise’s book gives us the opportunity to transform our health for the better by mindfully eating foods, herbs, and teas that improve the health of our microbiome, and cutting down on the foods, medications, and chemicals in our environment that are diminishing beneficial microbes in our delicate inner ecosystem.A Gut Feeling offers practical steps to rebalancing and healing our gut microbiome to relieve stress, digestive upsets, inflammation, bloat, excess belly fat, and improve mood. Wise offers a needed alternative to the complex world of fad diets and calorie counting in this easy, evidence-based guide for wellbeing. Rooted in scientific research and providing a number of healthy sweet fixes high in prebiotic and probiotic foods that support the growth of healthy gut flora, this book is a practical guide to help heal our relationship with food and tune into what our gut has been trying to tell us. -- provided by publisher.Description based on print version record.Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2018. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Gastrointestinal system; Detoxification (Health);
On-line resources: https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/kirtland-ebooks/detail.action?docID=5441068 -- Available online. Click here to access.;
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The gut-immune connection : how understanding the connection between food and immunity can help us regain our health / by Mayer, Emeran A.,author.; Casey, Nell.;
Dr. Mayer argues that it's essential we understand the profound effects of gut health on our body and offers strategies to reverse the steady upward rise of these illnesses, including a model for nutrition that puts the health of the microbiome center stage.Includes bibliographical references and index.Introduction -- America's silent public health crisis -- A deeper connection -- The emerging view of a healthy gut microbiome -- Stress and brain disorders -- How diet regulates the brain-gut-microbiome network -- A broader connection: how exercise and sleep affect our microbiome -- Restoring the gut microbiome -- The key to gut health is in the soil -- The one-health concept -- A new paradigm for healthy eating.
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Gastrointestinal system; Gastrointestinal system; Immune system.; Intestines; Medical microbiology.; Microorganisms.; Cooking (Natural foods);
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Brain maker : the power of gut microbes to heal and protect your brain for life / by Perlmutter, David,1954-author.; Loberg, Kristin,author.; Ganim, Peter,narrator.; Hachette Audio (Firm); Blackstone Audio, Inc.,publisher.;
System requirements for accompanying PDF/CD-ROM: PC with Adobe Acrobat or other PDF reader.Read by Peter Ganim.Debilitating brain disorders are on the rise--from children diagnosed with autism and ADHD to adults developing dementia at younger ages than ever before. But a medical revolution is underway that can solve this problem: astonishing new research sheds light on the influence of the human microbiome in every aspect of health, including your nervous system. In Brain Maker Dr. Perlmutter explains the potent interplay between intestinal microbes and the brain, describing how the microbiome develops from birth and evolves based on the environment, how it can become "sick," and how nurturing gut health through a few easy strategies can alter your brain's destiny for the better. With simple dietary recommendations and a highly practical program of six steps to improving gut ecology, Brain Maker opens the door to unprecedented brain health potential.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Gastrointestinal system; Intestines; Human body; Brain;
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Sleisenger and Fordtran's gastrointestinal and liver disease : pathophysiology, diagnosis, management / by Sleisenger, Marvin H.; Feldman, Mark,1947-; Friedman, Lawrence S.(Lawrence Samuel),1953-; Brandt, Lawrence J.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Gastrointestinal system; Liver; Gastrointestinal Diseases.; Liver Diseases.; Tractus gastro-intestinal; Foie;
© c2010., Saunders/Elsevier,
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A gut feeling : conquer your sweet tooth by tuning in to your microbiome / by Wise, Heather Ann,author.;
Chapter 1: Wake-Up Call / Chapter 2: The Secret Microbial Garden / Chapter 3: The Science Behind Our Addiction to Sweets / Chapter 4: Sweet Intentions / Chapter 5: Be Mindful of Your Stress-Induced Sweet Tooth /Chapter 6: What are Sugary Foods, Exactly? / Chapter 7: Wheat Sugar / Chapter 8: Sugar Incognito / Chapter 9: Balanced Bellies: What to Eat to Heal Your Gut Microbiome / Chapter 10: Tuning Into the Garden Within / Appendix: Candida Cleanse and Additional Resources.We all know sugar is bad for us, so why can’t we stop eating it? A Gut Feeling gives a personal and scientific look into the world of microbes that live within our bodies and how they can explain our relationship to and cravings for certain foods. Heather Wise takes the reader through a hidden inner world of microflora that shapes our mood, physical health, sweet cravings, and even genes. She makes us question whether a diet high in sugary, processed, dead foods—devoid of any microscopic life—may be causing us to feel sick, tired and depressed.The microbiome is emerging as the answer to many of our most sought after questions. Using her own story and the science currently available, Wise provides a window into the latest research on the vast world of microbes in our bodies. She explains in simple terms how what we eat can change the expression of our genes and how this symbiotic relationship between microbes and human cells can determine our health. This understanding sheds light on the fact that the genetic makeup of our bodies is more malleable than we could have ever imagined. Wise’s book gives us the opportunity to transform our health for the better by mindfully eating foods, herbs, and teas that improve the health of our microbiome, and cutting down on the foods, medications, and chemicals in our environment that are diminishing beneficial microbes in our delicate inner ecosystem.A Gut Feeling offers practical steps to rebalancing and healing our gut microbiome to relieve stress, digestive upsets, inflammation, bloat, excess belly fat, and improve mood. Wise offers a needed alternative to the complex world of fad diets and calorie counting in this easy, evidence-based guide for wellbeing. Rooted in scientific research and providing a number of healthy sweet fixes high in prebiotic and probiotic foods that support the growth of healthy gut flora, this book is a practical guide to help heal our relationship with food and tune into what our gut has been trying to tell us. --Includes bibliographical references and index.Now is your time -- Wake-up call -- Sweet intentions -- A secret microbial garden -- A sweet addiction -- Be mindful of the stress-induced sweet tooth -- What are sugary foods, exactly? -- Wheat gut -- Sugar incognito -- Balanced bellies -- Tuning in to the garden within.
Subjects: Recipes.; Gastrointestinal system; Detoxification (Health); Digestive System Diseases;
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