From the Publisher
Three reviews:Jennifer Worths achievement in treating the debilitating eczema that ravaged her body is something that should be shared. She rejected toxic drugs with serious side effects and instead embarked on a journey of discovery into allergic diseases - diseases which are rising rapidly in all developed countries. In "Eczema and Food Allergy" the former nursing sister describes in detail how she identified the cause of her own illness - food - and how drastically her life and diet changed because of it. Despite numerous setbacks, Jennifer Worth persevered and now wants others to benefit from her experiences with eczema, a disease that all too often can drive sufferers to despair and leaves doctors powerless to help. Liz Hunt. Daily Telegraph.
"Like a million tiny insects crawling around under the skin" is how Jennifer describes the severe eczema that covered her whole body and face for years. This book is the story of her struggle to overcome it. With the help of "Dr A", Jennifer discovered that her eczema was the result of food allergies, and used trial and error to work out a customised diet. It also warns that many people with eczema are unaware the foods they enjoy or crave the most may be the ones which trigger their reaction. This adds to the growing amount of literature linking skin conditions such as eczema with allergic reactions to food. The "before" and "after" pictures should even inspire sceptics who insist that cortisone cream is the only answer. Jennifers fighting spirit will encourage others to take control of their health. JH. Heres Health.
"As long as we continue to treat the symptoms without looking at the causes of allergies we will get nowhere. Jennifer Worth has consistently challenged established thinking about allergies in the Nursing Times. Eczema and Food Allergy" should move the debate a little further forward. Alison Whyte. Nursing Times.
From the Author
A message of hope for all those who suffer from eczema.
Eczema is closely related to what we eat, and can be greatly improved by finding the right individual diet. This is a book of practical self-help, based on the experience and research of the author. It will help you to understand the nature of allergic disease, which will be half way towards controlling the symptoms. The book contains a wealth of practical advice which can be easily understood. Also, help to find the right doctor, with addresses, information on immunotherapy, Enzyme Potentiated Desensitisation (EPD), and neutralisation technique.