The 28-Day Gut Health Plan: Lose weight and feel better from the inside. Jacqueline Whitehart

      Jacqueline Whitehart is an expert health-food writer and best-selling cookery author.

      With a practical and light-hearted approach, Jacqueline’s books are full of helpful tips and advice, and are packed with her own fresh, healthy and delicious recipes.

      Jacqueline is a busy working mum from Yorkshire who writes from the heart and from personal experience. She’s not perfect, or a perfectionist; her down-to-earth approach to dieting and cooking speaks directly to her many readers, and she’s always happy to answer any questions her readers may have.

      Jacqueline’s recipes are easy to follow with simple, readily available ingredients.

      Jacqueline writes regularly on her blog, www.52recipes.co.uk, and has a weekly free-recipe newsletter.

Copyright

      For Andy and the kids … who are always putting up with my experiments.

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      First published by Thorsons 2017

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      © Jacqueline Whitehart 2017

      Cover layout design © Holly Macdonald

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      This book features weight-loss techniques which may not be suitable for everyone. You should always consult with a qualified medical practitioner before starting any weight-loss programme, or if you have any concerns about your health. This book is not tailored to individual requirements or needs and its contents are solely for general information purposes. It should not be taken as professional or medical advice or diagnosis. The activities detailed in this book should not be used as a substitute for any treatment or medication prescribed or recommended to you by a medical practitioner. The author and the publishers do not accept any responsibility for any adverse effects that may occur as a result of the use of the suggestions or information herein. If you feel that you are experiencing adverse effects after embarking on any weight-loss programme, including the type described in this book, it is imperative that you seek medical advice. Results may vary from individual to individual.

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      Source ISBN: 9780008268916

      Ebook Edition © August 2017 ISBN: 9780008268923

      Version 2017-08-11

      Contents

       Cover

       Title Page

Copyright

Part 1: Feel Better from the Inside

Introduction

Is the 28-Day Gut-Health Plan for You?

How Does the 28-Day Gut-Health Plan Work?

What’s Wrong with My Gut?

How to Improve Your Gut Health

Initial Gut Assessment Quiz

The 5 Big Triggers

Everybody Is Different

Food and Drink

       Is Your Lifestyle Affecting Your Gut?

       Part 2: The 28-Day Plan

       Let’s Do It!

       Day-by-Day Guide

       Gut-Health Diary

       28-Day Review

       Bonuses

       Part 3: Recipes

       Step Up Recipes

       Rest and Restore Recipes

       Introducing … Milk

       Introducing … Red Meat

       Introducing … Nightshade

       Adventure Recipes: Milk, Red Meat and Nightshade

       Introducing … Gassy Vegetables

       Introducing … Wheat and Gluten

       Adventure Recipes: Food Combining