That book has been the only one of Heather's I've read so far. I got it from the library and I found it to be EXTREMELY helpful. There were a few things I found that I don't apply to my lifestyle, but I just skipped those parts and concentrated on the food, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
Since adopting the Eating For IBS plan I haven't taken any Imodium in over a month, where before I was taking anywhere from four to ten tablets every couple of days. It can be tough but it is not impossible, and you'd be surprised how quickly your mind adapts to it once you get used to the "rules". I do keep Imodium in my purse in case of an emergency (the last time I took some was an emergency!) I take Fibercon before each meal and a probiotic acidophilus tablet each day, and my symptoms have GREATLY improved. Plus, I've lost twenty pounds!
It can be difficult to not be anxious, especially when your mind gets used to your gut reacting a certain way. Sometimes I get so worried about having an attack (if I am in a store or an unfamiliar situation) that I bring on an attack. I think, in time, one learns to trust the eating plan to not affect your gut in the same way the old food used to, so you worry less about an attack, which is a great stress-reliever in itself. If you do have extremely serious anxiety that is perhaps chemical in nature, could seeing your doctor for meds help? Or perhaps an OTC herbal or homeopathic relaxant or herbal tea (IBS-friendly, of course)?
So I'd say the First Year book would be a great place to start. 
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