TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 7
- Important Terms to Know 9
- Chapter One: What is Guillain-Barre Syndrome? 13
- 1. Overview of Guillain-Barre Syndrome 14
- 2. History of the Disease 16
- 3. Other Common Autoimmune Diseases 18
- Chapter Two: Signs and Symptoms 23
- 1. Common Signs and Symptoms 24
- 2. Onset and Progression of the Disease 25
- Chapter Three: Causes of the Disease 29
- 1. What Causes Guillain-Barre Syndrome? 30
- 2. Mechanism of the Disease 32
- 3. Subtypes of Guillain-Barre Syndrome 33
- Chapter Four: Diagnosis and Prognosis 37
- 1. Diagnosis of Guillain-Barre Syndrome 38
- 2. Prognosis for the Disease 39
- 3. Complications of Guillain-Barre Syndrome 41
- Chapter Five: Treatment Options 45
- 1. Overview of Treatment Options 46
- 2. Immunoglobulin Therapy 47
- 3. Plasmapheresis (Plasma Exchange) 48
- 4. Medication 48
- 5. Other Treatment Options 49
- Chapter Six: Diet for Autoimmune Disease 51
- 1. Nutrition and Autoimmune Disease 52
- 2.) Autoimmune Dietary Protocol 54
- 3. Autoimmune Diet Sample Recipes 56
- Breakfast Recipes 57
- Lunch Recipes 67
- Dinner Recipes 77
- Snack and Dessert Recipes 86
- Chapter Seven: Research 95
- 1. What Research is Being Conducted? 96
- . Clinical Trials for Guillain-Barre Syndrome 97
- Chapter Eight: Frequently Asked Questions 101
- Conclusion 107
- Index 109
- References 117
