Product Description

In one form or another, allergy affects approximately one in four people in the UK with one in ten sufferers being children. The problems caused by allergic reactions range from minor irritations to life-threatening conditions. Accessible, informed, authoritative and fully updated for 2005, The Allergy Bible is the only illustrated guide to demystify the whole subject, giving the most up-to-date information in an approachable form for everyone whose life is affected by allergy.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #137725 in Books
• Published on: 2005-06-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

Review
"'If you buy one book on allergies and how to manage them, make it this one, as its the only one you'll ever need!...this book has not just gone the extra mile, it seems to have done a marathon.' dietandfitnessresources.co.uk"

About the Author
Linda Gamlin trained as a biochemist and worked in research for several years before turning to journalism. She specialises in writing about allergy, the immune system and other health matters and is co-author with Professor Jonathan Brostoff of three best-selling books: The Complete Guide to Food Allergy and Intolerance; Hayfever; and Asthma: The Complete Guide. Author Location: Linda Gamlin - Gloucester, Professor Jonathan Brostoff - London

Customer Reviews

Understanding and Living with Allergies
This book gives explanations of what causes allergies, what the symptoms are and how to deal with allergies, including in an emergency situation (such as anaphylactic shock). There is also information on complementary medicine, and some receipes at the back for common intollerances / allergies. Very straight forward with very helpful and practical information.

Brilliant
I am a GP and also a Member of the Royal College of Physicians. I have an interest in Allergy and Immunology and was most impressed with this book. It is well written and easy to understand regardless of what background knowledge you may have. For Medical Practitioners this is a 'must have!' so that you can advice your patients not just what treatment works well but also how to live with allergies and associated problems. For allergy sufferers and parents of children with allergies I can highly recommend the contents of this book: it will give you a lot of understanding and also practical help how to combat allergies and relieve symptoms. A brilliant book!!

Excellent advice on understanding allergies
I am a qualified Reflexologist and have been very impressed with this book and often refer to it. It is easy to read and explains what an allergy is, why more people are becoming succeptible to allergies, how to diagnose them and what I think is most important - practical advice on how to deal with these reactions.
It also details medication that is often prescribed and explains why these work and possible side effects.
I believe this book would appeal to anyone interested in helping their bodies cope in this polluted world and no medical background is needed to follow the advice.