I could probably fill a room with all the books and articles I have read about the What, When and How of Eating. Some advice is of average value. Other advice is brilliant. So let’s focus on the latter!
Elaine Gottschall is a tireless crusader of her natural approach to severe digestive problems. Her book “Breaking The Vicious Cycle” is definitely in the brilliant category for anyone with inflammatory bowel conditions such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. It also provides valuable clues for anyone with bloating, indigestion or chronic diarrhea.
Elaine’s journey began in 1958 when she took her then eight year old daughter with ulcerative colitis to a Doctor who put her on the “Specific Carbohydrate Diet”. Within two years her daughter was free of symptoms. This was after having suffered three years of deteriorating health and being diagnosed as incurable.
This diet is specific in that the carbohydrates are predominantly single sugars – those found in fruit, honey, properly made yoghurt and certain vegetables. Complex sugars are avoided as they overly nourish the wrong intestinal microorganisms which are involved in the vicious cycle of many intestinal disorders.
If you or anyone you know suffers from the above conditions, I highly recommend purchasing her book and checking out her website at www.breakingtheviciouscycle.info
And yes, I am always happy to guide you through the support and recovery process.
PS All dietary advice is necessarily general in nature. You are welcome to see me, preferably with a four day food and symptom diary, to help fine tune your progress.
PPS Thank you to the many clients who are referring friends and relatives. Word of mouth recommendations are consistently the best way to tell people about the benefits of Natural Holistic Medicine.
Author: Dr Peter Holsman - Holistic Doctor
Dr Peter Holsman is an energetic, imaginative and resourceful medical practitioner and naturopath who has dedicated his career to finding the secrets that will boost people's energy levels and slow down their ageing process.
