Leaky gut syndrome is a health condition that more and more people are struggling with every day. It is linked to a number of medical issues, from autoimmune conditions and autism to diabetes and food allergies. Leaky gut syndrome describes a state of hyperpermeability in the small intestines. The leakiness happens when microscopic enlargements of the spaces between the cells lining the gut become porous which compromises the role of the gut as the filter for repelling pathogens and antigens. As much as 80% of the immune system is based in the gut making it a critical component of good health and wellbeing. Dr. Trotter has a professional practice in treating patients with leaky gut syndrome. This book is easy-to-understand and comprehensive. It features: PART 1 - UNDERSTANDING LEAKY GUT: How do I know if I have Leaky Gut Syndrome; How did I get this condition? Digestion and emotions. PART 2 - MANAGING LEAKY GUT SYNDROME: How to ensure you have the right doctor; Conventional approaches; Complementary testing techniques; Treating Leaky Gut; Further Healing Techniques. PART 3 - LEAKY GUT SYNDROME DIET PLAN: Foods that enhance healing of the digestive tract; Calming down, healing the gut and freeing yourself. PART 4 - MENU PLANS AND HEALTHY FOOD LISTS: 2-Week Meal Plan for Phase 1; 4-Week Meal Plan for Phase 2; Healthy Food Lists.

Clear skin is possible at any age by simply following this anti-inflammatory diet. Difficult skin conditions are all too common. Acne is one of the worst. It is not uncommon at any age. Some, who had relatively clear skin in their youth, struggle with adult-onset acne. In this book, Dr. Makoto recommends an anti-inflammatory diet that eliminates inflammatory foods while introducing low glycemic load anti-acne super foods. Each of the meals for this diet is easily manageable and quite nutritious in a well-balanced menu of the major food groups. Foods containing sugar are very problematic and highly inflammatory for acne sufferers. Results are best with the elimination or avoidance of sugar, the cornerstone of this diet. Also important is eliminating all other major food sensitivities. Although implementing diet restrictions may seem arduous and painful at first glance, it can be enjoyable. Focusing on clean, whole foods is primary, and this book provides many healthy and tasty meals. Some of the 150 recipes are: Shrimp Scampi with Courgette; Indian-Spiced Salmon with Spinach; Chilled Avocado, Mint and Coconut Soup; Slow-Cooked Chilli Flank Steak or Brisket; Best-Ever Bolognese Sauce; Kale, Apple and Walnut Slaw. There is comprehensive information on the anatomy and psychology of acne, managing acne from conventional treatments, how to deal with scarring, topical support and much more.