Women’s health Books

Book SynopsisDespite the backlash against hormone replacement therapy, the depletion of natural hormones in the female body continues to be a problem for women at middle age and beyond. Remedying the problem has proved difficult for women and doctors who are unaware of, or reluctant to prescribe, bioidential hormonesthose that match identically the hormones made naturally in the human body. Moods, Emotions, and Aging: Hormones and the Mind Body Connection explains the vital link for women between hormones, mood, and wellness. It outlines the dramatic hormonal shifts that women undergo in the years before menopause, and presents an approach to combining bioidentical hormone therapy with nutrients to achieve mood balance during midlife and beyond. Phyllis Bronson explains the differences between synthetic and bioidentical hormones, and offers vignettes of women who have used bioidentical hormones to help them deal with the changes that accompany natural hormone loss. This is a groundbreaking book forTrade ReviewFor many years, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was standard practice for women with pre-menopausal symptoms. But HRT fell out of favor after studies showed that women on these drugs were developing decreased vascular function and slight increases in the incidence of breast cancer, stroke and dementia. According to “Moods, Emotions and Aging,” by Phyllis J. Bronson, a Colorado-based researcher who advises women with hormone-based mood disorders, this “set off a wave of misinformation.” Doctors began advising patients to stop HRT, and as a result, Bronson writes, “many women started feeling lousy without their hormones.” Bronson attributes HRT’s side effects to the fact that commonly prescribed hormones are synthetic. She argues that women would respond better to bioidentical hormones, which are chemically identical to the hormones women make in their bodies. Such hormones, Bronson says, can improve a woman’s mood and sense of self without the negative consequences of synthetic versions. Bronson builds her case using her own story and those of the women she advises who have had success with bioidentical hormone therapy. She breaks down what happens to various hormones as women age, and how they can affect sexuality, emotional well-being and overall health, particularly age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s. * The Instrumentalist *Dr. Bronson’s book will equip anyone facing the challenges of hormone deficiencies. Because she works with and writes about real people with serious mood and hormone imbalances, her readers may see themselves in the patient stories she tells and be inspired to take action to resolve their own health issues.... Another valuable facet of Dr. Bronson’s book is the discussions of how emotional issues can both provoke and be a result of hormone disarray. With the myriad of tools provided in this book, people who may have “lost” themselves emotionally may be able to find a pathway back. * Women's International Pharmacy *Geared for women over 50 years old, Moods, Emotions and Aging is a culmination of this “out-of-the-box” scientist’s discoveries about how to control moods through and after menopause.... Bronson’s scientific theories are based on her intimate knowledge of how women work. This book is not about finding “the fountain of youth” or anti-aging, she said, but rather it is about aging gracefully and without fear. Her techniques to achieve this goal are “a rational, soulful approach to how to work with the science” of biology. * Vail Daily *Not only does Dr. Bronson discuss diagnosis of hormonal disorders and the proper use of bioidentical hormones to treat them, she also adds in a missing dimension, the use of nutritional supplements to benefit brain chemistry.... The book should be required reading for any physician or health care professional thinking of starting a bioidentical hormone practice. -- Jeffrey Dach, MDMoods, Emotions, and Aging is a treasure trove of crucial information that will help women understand and choose the right hormone therapies for optimal health. -- Christian Northrup M.D.Real Women with real problems are getting real results and life changes with real hormones. Dr. Bronson is the “real” deal as she shares her guidance and experience with her readers. Her message emphasizes that the solution is not a magic elixir used by everyone but is an individualized approach developed by understanding and using the science of biochemistry. -- Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP, Women's International PharmacyDr. Bronson cleverly integrates evolving biochemical research with clinical practice, illuminating the path to optimal hormonal balance, for women of all ages. -- Chris Martinez, MD, American Board of Emergency MedicineDr. Phyllis Bronson is a voice to listen to in the area of mood and hormones. A researcher, clinician and speaker on the subject for many years, she has distilled her world of experience into this well-written user-friendly book that will educate and inspire you. It's a must-read for any woman-- and the man who cares about her. -- Hyla Cass, MD, author of 8 Weeks to Vibrant HealthThe research which Phyllis and I pursued here, resulting in a significant finding, involved the spectroscopic study of natural progesterone and the synthetic version developed by pharmaceutical companies. The structural differences between the natural and synthetic progesterone have significant implications for women’s health. The work which Phyllis has done generally in the chemical and physiological effects of bioidentical hormones has received wide attention through her numerous lectures and publications. -- Dwight Smith, Ph.D., former chancellor of the University of DenverTable of ContentsPreface and Introduction 1: In Defense of Estrogen 2: The Truth about Progesterone 3: Mood Chemistry 4: The Connection between Body Type and Hormones 5: Weaving the Web. How hormones are central to the female psyche 6: Sexuality 7: Relationships 8: Diseases of Aging/Adventures in Aging Appendix: How to Use Bioidentical Hormones

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Book SynopsisMenopause affects 51% of the population. Yet despite increased awareness in recent years, so much of the menopause remains a mystery. Here, Dr Louise Newson, the UK's leading menopause specialist, breaks remaining taboos with the definitive guide to menopause. The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause starts with the key facts about hormones, their importance and their effects on our bodies, before delving into family histories and their effects on menopause, the essential guide to HRT, our libidos, our mental and physical health, how menopause affects our careers and relationships and so much more. Dr Louise Newson covers five key elements: 1. The essentials: must-know information that is evidence-based and accessible. 2. Exclusive research and findings from Dr Newson's non-profit Newson Health Research and Education and Balance community. 3. Common questions women want to know answered. 4. Real stories: Women share their own mTrade ReviewLouise is a voice you can really trust. I've learnt so much from her and now you can too. -- Holly WilloughbyDr Louise is a miracle worker -- Lorraine KellyLouise Newson is wonderful... a real expert in her field. -- Joe WicksDr Louise Newson is a fantastic authority on the menopause who has helped 100,000s of women through her clinics, digital products and books. Her tireless campaigning and expertly crafted content helps women around the world to better understand the menopause, make evidence based decisions and take control of their health. I recommend her work to all of my patients and colleagues. -- Dr Rupy Aujla, MBBS, BSc, MRCGP founder of "The Doctor's Kitchen"The medic who kickstarted the menopause revolution. -- Lorraine Candy, Journalist * The Sunday Times *Louise has brought the conversion about the menopause to the foreground much to the relief of lots of women and is championing adequate availability of adequate hormone replacement as well as advocating healthy lifestyle -- Miss Claire Mellon, Consultant Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr Louise Newson is an experienced GP and one of a few top UK experts on the menopause who has helped hundreds of thousands of women through her clinic, app and websites. This book should help many more! -- Professor Tim SpectorIt is impossible to overstate the pioneering role Dr Louise Newson has played in bringing menopause education to public awareness. I found this impassioned and comprehensive book so instructive. Readers are incredibly lucky to get the benefit of her decades of expertise. -- Tamsen Fadal, Journalist, Menopause Advocate, Podcaster

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Book SynopsisWith WomanCode, holistic health coach Alisa Vitti shows women how to maintain health and vitality with a food-based program to rebalance their hormones.Alisa Vitti found herself suffering through the symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and was able to heal herself through food and lifestyle changes. Relieved and reborn, she made it her mission to empower other women to be able to do the same.Whether you are suffering from irregular periods, fertility issues, depression, or lack of sex drive, Alisa Vitti says that meds and anti-depressants aren’t the only solutions. Groundbreaking and informative, WomanCode educates women about hormone health in a way that’s relevant and easy to understand. And the five-step protocol can markedly improve health and overall quality of life.Bestselling author and women’s health expert Christiane Northrup, who has called WomanCode the "Our Bodies, Ourselves" o

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Book SynopsisA journal to help you connect with the ancient pulse of the Earth's wisdom through your Sacred Cycles-Moon phases, menstruation, seasons, flora, and fauna, and the passage of time-to seek guidance, deepen your intuition, and honor your body.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Talk about a tour de force! I am transfixed by the depth, humor, and game-changing wisdom in this book. Regena is one of the most profound and provocative thought leaders in the world today . . . and she will wrestle a woman to the ground if need be to get her to give up her resistance to her own desires and her pleasure. My charge to you—as a doctor who has spent a lifetime assisting women in healing their bodies—is that you have the courage to read Pussy: A Reclamation. But don’t just read it. Let the truth of it sink into your body, right into your bone marrow. Let this book change your life in the way it has changed mine.”— from the foreword by Christiane Northrup, M.D., New York Times best-selling author of Goddesses Never Age“For years Regena Thomashauer has devoted herself to women, to awakening their sensuality and their life force. This book is the guide, the provocation, the initiation, the insistence, the call to reconnect with the most vital, holy force in the world, your pussy. It’s time now! Read this and fly.”— Eve Ensler, Tony Award–winning playwright, performer, and activist; author of The Vagina Monologues and In the Body of the World “Ladies, you are about to pledge allegiance to your greatest power. Deeply positive and irresistible, Regena Thomashauer’s work is fueling a revolution of pleasure. This book is a total turn-on.”— Danielle LaPorte, author of The Desire Map “Every so often there is a fresh, breakthrough voice that births a revolution in how we think, act, and feel. Regena Thomashauer is that voice. This brilliant book is required reading for every woman who longs to step into her power and live with pleasure and purpose.” — Kris Carr, New York Times best-selling author“Regena’s work has been revelatory for me. Her research, experience, and guidance are essential for any woman who yearns to embody her full power, strength, and happiness. This is a book that can and will change your life.”— Marie Forleo, founder of B-School and creator of MarieTV“Pussy is a must-read for all women. Regena’s words and wisdom give us permission to accept pleasure and awaken the dormant parts of our being. This book clears shame, awakens inspiration, and guides you to trust yourself. I’m deeply moved by this book, and I know it will serve countless women throughout the world. Thank you, Regena, we need you!”— Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times best-selling author of The Universe Has Your Back and Super Attractor

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Book SynopsisAn Instant New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, San Francisco Chronicle, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller! A Next Avenue Influencer in Aging 2021#1 Canadian BestsellerJust as she did in her groundbreaking bestseller The Vagina Bible, Dr. Jen Gunter, the internet’s most fearless advocate for women’s health, brings you empowerment through knowledge by countering stubborn myths and misunderstandings about menopause with hard facts, real science, fascinating historical perspective, and expert advice.I feel more equipped to care for my patients, challenge the patriarchy, and empower & educate thanks to her work and advocacy.” —Dr. Danielle Jones (Mama Doctor Jones)“An exhilarating read and a comprehensive review of all things menopause.” —North American Menopause Society “Gynecologi

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Book SynopsisThe Power Source shows how and why our pelvic floor is so important from a variety of different perspectives, ranging from purely physical body mechanics to how it impacts our nervous system to how it is the seat of all life force energy. Located at our root, all energy and strength flow up from the pelvic floor. Our pelvic floor determines how strong our core is, how we handle stress, and how much energy reaches the rest of our body. In other words, without addressing the health of our pelvic floor, we are all missing out on a powerful key component of our overall physical, emotional, and spiritual health.The Power Source offers a deep understanding of how to cultivate this strength in their bodies and in their lives by following a holistic, multi-sensory program that works from the pelvic floor up. Roxburgh demonstrates how it relates to the other areas of our body (or, as she calls them, "containers"), both physically and energetically. And, most importantly, she shares a program for how readers can align their bodies and their lives by adopting an entirely new and more powerful definition of "strength."

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“I feel a thousand times smarter after reading Menopause Bootcamp. Why does no one tell us?? As a woman approaching a certain age, I'm so grateful to Dr. Suzanne for demystifying and educating on this very natural process with her compassion and humor and experience. This book is so rich with important information that I can return to it for years to come.” — Rashida Jones, Grammy Award-winning actor, writer, and producer “Menopause Bootcamp is a remarkable feat. Gilberg-Lenz is a renowned MD, who combines medical wisdom with lifestyle wellness practices to improve women’s quality of life. Menopause is not the end; rather, it’s a metamorphosis of body and spirit. This phase in a woman’s life has been overlooked for far too many years. I’m delighted to encounter a paradigm shifting perspective from an open-minded, patient-first, radically honest leader in the field.” — Mark Hyman, MD, Director, the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine and New York Times bestselling author of The Pegan Diet “Menopause Bootcamp takes a fierce approach to this key life transition for women. Fueled by unapologetic anger at how menopause has been twisted and misunderstood by the patriarchy, this book not only gives women the truth about our bodies in middle-age, but helps us embrace our authenticity and wholeness as wise women." — Kristin Neff, Associate Professor, University of Texas at Austin, Author of Fierce Self-compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power and Thrive “No one ever told me about menopause. It was just a weird, ominous word that I suddenly became aware of when it started happening to me. I know we all wish our mothers had told us exactly how to deal with our periods, but I truly think we need them to prepare us for menopause. For those of you who are young now, do yourself a favor: read this and don’t be afraid. Knowledge is power. For those of you who are my age—who grew up with the shame, under the cloak and dagger of never talking about it—I present to you Dr. Suzanne’s book.” — Pamela Segall Adlon, Director/Producer/Writer "Accessible and down-to-earth, this will be a boon for women struggling with this time in their life." — Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisAfraid of training with weights? Worried of putting on muscles? Think again. Strength training is for women.This book is the ultimate guide to toning up, burning fat and getting the body you want. It shows you why women should train with weights and why you should not be afraid of them. Dispelling the myth that weight training makes a woman bulky and unfeminine', the book shows that weights and resistance training methods could be the single most important element in your fitness regime. Packed with full-colour photos and descriptions of over 30 exercises, the book gives you advice on how to put together a resistance training programme as well as how to interchange exercises. Motivational, it also gives three 6-week workout programmes to achieve a stronger, fitter and firmer body.This is the ideal companion to get the best toned body you've always wanted. Strength training is for women.Trade ReviewDiscover how a little resistance training can go a long way * Top Santé Health & Beauty *Shows how to shape up without bulking up. * Woman & Home *Strength training tones all the key parts of your body, producing firmer muscles and pulling in problem areas – giving an all-round leaner physique. * Your Fitness *shows women why they should train with weights and not be afraid of the myth of bulking up * FitPro *Table of Contents1. Why weight? Your journey to a New You starts now! 2. Why women need resistance 3. The path to a great body requires resistance 4. Path to resistance 1 5. Path to resistance 2 6. Make it a HIT! 7. Resistance nutrition 8. Staying on course References

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Book SynopsisA Unique 8-Step System to Reverse Your PCOS Author and naturopathic doctor Fiona McCulloch dives deep into the science underlying the mysteries of PCOS, offering the newest research and discoveries on the disorder and a detailed array of treatment options

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Book SynopsisPeriod. is everything you need to know about periods. PERIOD. Period. is a book for everyone; for children and adults, mums and dads, womb-owners and ex-womb-owners. There is no beating around the bush in this funny and informative book written and illustrated by Natalie Byrne, full of practical tips and advice from what a period actually is, to who and who doesn't have them. This book is a myth-busting must-read. For each book sold we will donate menstrual supplies to asylum seekers, refugees and those who can't afford them through Bloody Good Period.Trade Review"I wish I'd had this illustrated guide to periods as a teenager" Mashable; "Natalie Byrne's inclusive book on periods deserves shelf space" HuffPost; "Period. is a brilliant introduction to the subject." The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health

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Book SynopsisMarilyn Glenville, one of Britain''s leading nutritionists, believes that many female health problems are caused by incorrect nutrition. Guiding you through a comprehensive list of women''s conditions and concerns, she explains how you can regain your health in the most natural and non-invasive way possible. Dr Glenville provides: Reassuring and proven advice on all aspects of women''s bodies, health and hormones; An extensive list of women''s symptoms, from menstrual problems and infertility to menopause, vaginal infections and endometriosis; Thorough, detailed health solutions that combine the best from orthodox, complementary and natural medicine; Guidance on how nutrition and supplementation can dramatically improve your health; Advice on how to change your lifestyle and environment to enhance your well-being

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Book SynopsisThe classic guide to an unmedicated childbirth, fully revised for the twenty-first century—with updated information and attractive new illustrations and photos throughout. For women birthing vaginally, 90% of Bradley births are drug-free!The Bradley Method®, used and praised by women for almost seventy years, prepares you for drug and surgery-free childbirth and puts you in control by providing the tools to navigate evidence-based care. Certified childbirth educator Susan McCutcheon, one of Dr. Bradley’s first students, now makes this natural approach to childbirth more accessible than ever. You will learn:• Exercises and nutrition to get your body ready for birthing• To defuse fear by understanding all aspects of laboring• How to involve your partner as a birth coach and a fully engaged participant• What’s driving the induction epidemic and how to avoid an unnecessary induction•&

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Book SynopsisThe Hormone Type Cookbook is the everywoman’s guide to resolving hormone imbalance through food and lifestyle.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION: Your Hormone Health Matters CHAPTER 1: The Hormone Education You Never Had CHAPTER 2 Nutrition Foundations for Hormone Balance CHAPTER 3 High Estrogen CHAPTER 4 Low Estrogen CHAPTER 5 Low Progesterone CHAPTER 6 Low Testosterone CHAPTER 7 High Androgens CHAPTER 8 Adrenal Burnout and Balancing Cortisol CHAPTER 9 Low Thyroid Resources Guide to Reducing Endocrine Disruptors Meal Plans References Acknowledgments About the Author Index

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Book Synopsis“An autobiographical account of how a psychiatric nurse specialist became a folk medicine healer; this also explains the origins and practice of one of the oldest forms of medicine in the New World.″—Kirkus Praise for WOMAN WHO GLOWS IN THE DARK   “This is a book that we’ve been awaiting for years—one that unites the best medicine from the ancient past with the deepest needs of the contemporary heart and soul.”—Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., author of Women Who Run with the Wolves, The Gift of Story, and Faithful Gardener   “Elena Avila’s book is a combination manual, memoir, and healing chant. I’m so glad these stories and secrets – which have been known orally by our culture for ages – are finally down on paper.” —Julia Alvarez, author of How the García Girls Lost Their Accents   “Avila shatters myths about curanderismo and reminds us that it’s just as important today as it was centuries ago.”—The Austin Chronicle   “In this age of impersonal and technologic health care, Elena Avila’s book gives the reader permission to rely on what has all too often been forgotten. Her message—that healing cannot occur without the heart, instincts, wisdom, and compassion of the healer—is given with grace and simplicity.”—Barbara Dossey, R.N., M.S., HNC, FAAN, Director, Holistic Nursing Associates   “Truthful, often painful, always riveting, WOMAN WHO GLOWS IN THE DARK reveals how the practices of curanderismo can heal the soul sickness not addressed by Western medicine.”—Rudolfo Anaya, author of Bless Me, Ultima “Grounded in the earth, at home in both modern and indigenous medicine, Elena Avila is a true emissary of healing, casting a brilliant glow into the dark of all medicine that denies the soul. As a human, I cherish Elena’s light. As a psychiatrist, I welcome her insight.”—Judith Orloff, M.D., author of Second Sight and The Genius of Empathy   “Avila is entertaining and often humorous...Without climbing on a soapbox, [her] narrative demonstrates what’s missing from most American medical practices, and how many patients could be helped so much more than they are now.”—Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisExhausted. Frazzled. Worn out. This is how Kimberley Welman felt after giving birth to three babies, including twins, within 19 months. Once a marathon runner, Kimberley could barely jog around the block without wanting to keel over, but she knew she had to do something. Her health and sanity were at stake.With no clear sense of where to begin, Kimberley tried CrossFit (expensive), classes at her gym (hard to get to), running (too hard on her recovering body). Months later, she finally found a training partner in fellow mother Victoria Reihana, and discovered the joys of clean eating and High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). What began as one mother''s mission to get her body back, has become a global movement and ever-expanding online community, full of women (with and without children) motivating one another to live healthier lives. Featuring recipes, exercise routines and inspirational advice, The Stay Strong Mummy Fitness Plan will fill the mother-shape

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Book SynopsisWith valuable insights from two breast cancer survivors who know their way around the medical system, this guide reveals how to create a self-care support system that can help women to maintain control of their treatment.

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Book SynopsisAn explosive book that exposes the truth about breast cancer screening.For decades, women have been told that mammograms save lives. Yet many scientists say that this is in fact not true. Conspiracy of Hope reveals how breast cancer screening was introduced in the US before there was any good evidence it made any difference, and an unfounded belief in early detection caught on quickly in Canada and other developed countries. Today the evidence is starkly clear. Screening does more harm than good. Still women, and their doctors, continue to buy into a myth perpetuated by greed, fear, and wishful thinking.Conspiracy of Hope illustrates how a vortex of interests came together to make breast screening standard medical practice and why it's so hard to persuade them they are wrong. The radiologists, the imaging machinery manufacturers, and the pink ribbon charities are all part of that story. It is a tale of back-stabbing and intrigue, of exploiting fear and hope, while distorting and misrepresenting the evidence. Or simply ignoring it.Trade Review"If you've ever wondered why mammography screening has been the target of fierce debate for thirty years running,read this book. Renée Pellerin exposes how the early detection mantra has always been a mix of good intentions,magical thinking, and flim-flam. What it is has never been is full-on science. The balance of evidence on screening mammography weighs heavily toward lesser benefit and more harm than anyone ever wanted to believe. Conspiracy of Hope chronicles how belief born from hope and perpetuated by vested interests can be hard to shake,even when confronted with a wealth of research." -- Gayle Sulik

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Book SynopsisForeword by Izabella Wentz, New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto’s Protocol A revolutionary, wellness-centered functional approach to managing hormonal imbalance by the first physician in the United States to be certified by both the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Board of Integrative Medicine. Every woman deserves to feel her best.  Do you suffer from headaches, irregular periods, or fatigue? You’re not alone. Four out of five women will face life-altering hormonal imbalances, debilitating conditions that wreak havoc on their physical and mental health—yet most of these issues go unacknowledged, undiagnosed, and untreated. Called “America’s Holistic Gynecologist,” Dr. Shawn Tassone has

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Book SynopsisCommercial hair dyes contain thousands of different chemicals, some of which are reported to be carcinogenic — but you don’t have to choose between gorgeous color and good health. Natural hair care expert Christine Shahin shows you how to use nontoxic plant pigments — henna, indigo, amla, and cassia — to color your hair naturally, whatever your hair type or ethnicity, with beautiful results! These pigments are readily available at natural food stores and online, and they’re simple, safe, easy to use, and cost-effective. With clearly written instructions and step-by-step photography, Shahin shows you exactly how to apply these pigments, alone or in combinations, to achieve a full range of shades of brown, black, and red. She also includes instructions for transitioning from chemical dyes to natural ones and for using chemical and natural dyes together.

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Book SynopsisMyths of Menopause illuminates this stage of the female hormone odyssey with insights from leading experts, empowering women with the wisdom and understanding to navigate this journey.

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Book SynopsisHas LOCKDOWN left you feeling OVERLOADED, OVERWHELMED AND EXHAUSTED? Are you counting the weeks until the schools re-open? Are you dreaming of a holiday with family and friends? Do you feel too tired to plan ahead? BEAT BURNOUT and RE-SET YOUR ENERGY in just 6 WEEKS.More than two-thirds of adults in the UK (69%) report feeling very worried about the effect COVID-19 is having on their wellbeing.The World Health Organisation have not only officially added burnout to their International Classification of Diseases; they predict that work-related stress, burnout and depression will together top the list of most prevalent diseases in the coming years.Take action, overcome and prevent burnout IN JUST 6 WEEKS with this simple body and mindset programme. Rosie Millen's (AKA Miss Nutritionist) was inspired to help others after she collapsed in the park one day and, with poor information and misdiagnosis, remained in bed for close to three years. Now 100% recovered, she coaches thousands of people to reenergize and regain their lives with her unique, lifestyle plan.INSIDE YOU WILL FIND:· Understanding burnout and how to identify it· Why you are tired all the time· Which foods give you energy and which foods sap your energy· Energy-boosting supplements· Action points to reduce stress, sleep better and manage your hectic life· Practical steps for mastering your mindset· A 6-week meal plan complete with 70 delicious recipes· And so much more'My message is really simple: burnout sucks and I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. I want to share with everyone how simple it is to feel energised.' - Rosie Millen

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Book SynopsisMenopause hit Darcey Steinke hard. First came hot flushes. Then insomnia. Then depression. As she struggled to understand what was happening to her, she slammed up against a culture of silence and sexism. Some promoted hormone replacement therapy, others encouraged acceptance, but there was little that offered a path to understanding menopause in an engaged way.Flash Count Diary is a powerful exploration into aspects of menopause that have rarely been written about. It is a deeply feminist book, honest about the intimations of mortality that menopause signals but also an argument for the ascendency, beauty and power of the post-reproductive years in women's lives.Trade ReviewMany days I believe menopause is the new (if long overdue) frontier for the most compelling and necessary philosophy; Darcey Steinke is already there, blazing the way. This elegant, wise, fascinating, deeply moving book is an instant classic. I'm about to buy it for everyone I know -- MAGGIE NELSONA searingly intelligent, richly imagined, deeply moving memoir and exploration of menopause. This is not like anything I have ever seen on the subject . . . [Steinke] takes her body, our history and nature itself seriously . . . I was incredibly stirred, educated and inspired by this book . . . I love this book. I admire this book. It's fierce, and it's important -- ELIZABETH GILBERTA fiercely intelligent trawl through menopausal waters that is not afraid to confront the intricacies of the female body and mind. There is a beautiful precision to the writing -- CATHY RENTZENBRINK * * The Times * *Incandescent -- OLIVIA LAING * * Guardian Book of the Week * *[Steinke's] refreshing description of the second act is stylish. Based on interviews, it is a new take on the power of women at this stage of adulthood . . . she has a positive take on desire and sexuality, which many women will find uplifting and surprising * * Sunday Times * *Darcey Steinke opens the door on to the dark, frightening and lonely room where the Menopause has long resided and draws it into the sun, into the light. It's a book for all women (and men), written with brilliance, imagination, humanity, lucidity and love -- JULIET STEVENSONRevolutionary * * Daily Mail * *Part memoir, part manifesto, part natural history, this book is a profound white-knuckle ride through unnamed territories -- JENNY OFFILL, author of Dept. of SpeculationMeticulously researched and passionately written, Flash Count Diary examines the shame and stigma attached to female aging so closely that their opposites are revealed. Steinke posits menopause as a channel through which new realms of possibility, depth, strength and growth can be revealed. An inspiring and visionary book -- CHRIS KRAUS, author of I Love DickI hope that Steinke's book, which I consumed hungrily, will encourage a wave of work by and about women undergoing what is, quite literally, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Steinke makes the case that the inexorable slide away from fertility is a rebirth of agency, and her book is the fruit of the very creativity it describes * * New Yorker * *

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Book SynopsisTrack your hormonal patterns and get to know your menstrual cycle in a more intimate way using this stylish and functional personal wellness planner for women. This first-of-its-kind 90-day hormone tracker journal gives women the guidance and space they need to track their monthly cycles and monitor how diet, exercise, moods, sleep, supplements, and more impact their hormonal fluctuations. On a basic level, natural hormone tracking is incredibly helpful for knowing when your period will come and end, when you should use protection or avoid sex to prevent pregnancy, and for gaining a fundamental connection to your flow. And if you're trying to conceive, it's essential for fertility tracking and fertility health. On a deeper level, tracking can strengthen your body awareness (physically and emotionally) and connection to nature. After 90 days of tracking, you'll have a strong foundational knowledge of your personal cycle patterns and how your hormones affect your mood, motivation levels, cravings, and more. The Happy Hormone Tracker includes: - Health primer explaining the four phases of a woman's cycle and what to expect during those times of the month - 90 days of daily tracker pages for monitoring ovulation, overall mood, digestion, hours slept, food cravings, stress level, exercise, motivation level, and more. - Weekly reflections for keeping track of personal habits, self-care, and more. - Food charts to help you know the best foods to eat for each phase of the month - And other tips from Shannon Leparski, author of the 2019 bestselling book The Happy Hormone Guide

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Book SynopsisCurrent statistics suggest that between one in seven and one in eight women will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. Being diagnosed with breast cancer can leave you feeling anxious and depressed, fearful of the treatment to come and concerned about your mortality. The treatment itself can have a significant impact on your wellbeing as you are faced with marked changes in your physical appearance, sense of self and energy levels. There is lots of information available regarding cancer and its treatment, but little to help you cope with the emotional fall out. There are some excellent support services available but access to high quality evidence-based psychological interventions to help you cope is limited. This self-help book is the first of its kind: written by a highly experienced clinical psychologist, who has herself gone through the devastating impact of breast cancer, drawing from the evidence-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach to provide you with essential coping skills. This book takes you through what your journey may look like through diagnosis, treatment and recovery, and explains the ACT skills that can help you to cope with the emotional impact of this disease and its treatment. The ACT approach enables you to respond differently to the painful thoughts and feelings that will arise during your cancer journey. Rather than fighting with them, the skills in this book help you to acknowledge and step back from your difficult thoughts and feelings so that you can focus on living your life in a way that will positively impact your physical and emotional wellbeing.Trade ReviewIn this book, a clinical psychologist who is also a breast cancer survivor describes the cancer journey and adds evidence-based psychological techniques to help us understand, explore and deal with the various emotions we might experience, written in a way that that you can select the approach that best fits with your personal experience and priorities. Trisha Greenhalgh, Doctor and Breast Cancer Survivor, Oxford UKTable of ContentsForeword: Sarah Swan A Unique Perspective: Penelope Cream Acknowledgements Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Diagnosis Chapter 3: Telling People Chapter 4: Surgery Chapter 5: Treatment Chapter 6: Body Image Chapter 7: Living in the Present Chapter 8: Conclusion Epilogue Appendix I: Checklist of Skills Appendix II: Summary Worksheet Appendix III: Choice Point Worksheet References Glossary of Terms

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Book SynopsisThis comforting memoir will help us all feel less alone as we navigate the emotional turmoil of midlife' Davina McCall, author of MenopausingFrom the bestselling author of Mum, What's Wrong With You?' comes a witty, compelling, honest and reassuring guide to living a magnificent midlife.If I was removed from the hurly burly of these overwhelming days, I would be able to patiently and logically think it all through. To untangle this conundrum. I would be able to find the thing I had lost. Probably the most important thing I owned. My identity.Tackling everything from empty nest, career reinvention, sex, marriage, brain fog, burnout, perimenopause and menopause this laugh out loud memoir is a pathfinder for women whose messy midlife rage caught them by surprise. With advice from experts, celebrities and personal stories, the book will help women feel less alone as they embrace this liberating and transformational new stage of life.Trade Review‘This comforting memoir will help us all feel less alone as we navigate the emotional turmoil of midlife. It's full of advice and stories to support everyone who needs a bit of reassurance that it really is all going to be ok and the best is yet to come… coz it really is’ Davina McCall, author of Menopausing ‘At last, a book that we can all relate to in so many different ways! Lorraine uses her vast experience, both personally and professionally, to educate, reassure and guide us to have the most positive and healthy midlife’ Dr Louise Newson, author of Menopause ‘Read Lorraine's words, take comfort in them and then equip yourself with the advice she has gathered. Use it to navigate your way through your midlife years. The power of sharing our feelings and experiences and supporting one another cannot be underestimated and that’s what this book does. There’s magic within these pages’ Jo Whiley ‘Few books tackle both the physical and emotional elements of women's midlife experience but this one does with warmth, wit and seriously helpful advice. It's a practical and gentle nudge for women towards a happier, healthier and more uplifting midlife experience’ Julia Samuel MBE ‘This book is hilarious, honest and brilliantly relatable, it reads like a warm hug from a best friend who will hold your hand and support you despite all your foibles. Thank you for making me feel I am not alone in the confusing muddle and malaise of midlife. This book is hilarious, honest and brilliantly relatable’ Louise Minchin, author of Fearless

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Book SynopsisGlass skin achievable by all with proper skincare routine. "How to Get Glass Skin" guide by Dr. Anupriya Goel covers cleansing, toning, moisturizing, serums, SPF, oils, masking, nutrition, supplements, active ingredients, and skincare advancements for glowing skin.

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Book SynopsisIntroducing the fitness program designed by a physical therapist exclusively for women — proven to increase strength, tone muscles and reduce aches and pains in just 15 minutes a day!Few women realize that most popular fitness regimens are designed for men. Yet women have their own unique fitness needs — and using a program developed with men’s bodies in mind is not only ineffective, but can actually result in injury.Renowned physical therapist Peggy Brill has devoted her life to developing an exercise program specifically for women. Based on her understanding of movement dynamics and body structure, these exercises focus on developing and balancing the muscles in the anatomical center of the body — the core — which includes the back, hip and abdominal muscles.Peggy’s remarkable head-to-toe workout targets the “hot spot” areas — neck, back, pelvis, hips, knees — that cause problems for even the healthi

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Book SynopsisOvarian stimulation is the starting point of reproductive medicine but the procedure can result in adverse reactions particularly the dangerous ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Fully revised in line with modern practice of ovarian stimulation, this new edition is divided into six sections that cover mild forms, non-conventional forms, IVF, complications and their management, alternatives, and the practicalities of procedures. All aspects of ovarian stimulation are discussed including the different stimulation protocols from which to choose, the management of poor responders and hyper-responders, as well as stimulation in patients with PCOS. Comprehensively reviewing the modern approach to ovarian stimulation, the alternative procedures are also described, both in IVF and other methods of assisted reproduction. Written by leading experts on reproductive health and fertility, this book will assist infertility specialists, gynecologists, reproductive endocrinologists and radiologists inTable of ContentsList of contributors; About the editors; Foreword; Preface; Part I. Mild Forms of Ovarian Stimulation: 1. Oral agents for ovarian stimulation Mohamed F. Mitwally and Robert F. Casper; 2. Ovulation induction for anovulatory patients Evert J. P. van Santbrink and Bart C. J. M. Fauser; 3. Ovarian hyperstimulation in combination with intrauterine insemination Ben J. Cohlen and Astrid E. P. Cantineau; 4. Mild approaches in ovarian stimulation Adrija Kumar Datta, Stuart Campbell, and Geeta Nargund; 5. The case against mild stimulation protocols Carlotta Zacà, Francesca Pennetta, and Andrea Borini; Part II. Ovarian Hyperstimulation for IVF: 6. GnRH agonists for ovarian hyperstimulation Lina El-Taha, Botros Rizk, Jad Farid Assaf, and Johnny Awwad; 7. Role of GnRH antagonist in assisted reproduction Mohamed Aboulghar; 8. Gonadotropins in ovarian stimulation Madelon van Wely and Monique Mochtar; 9. Egg donation: Implications for counseling donor and recipient, donor preparation, and recipient preparation Ernesto Bosch and Pilar Alama; 10. Progestin-primed ovarian stimulation Xuefeng Lu and Yanping Kuang; 11. Ovarian stimulation in poor responders Qiuju Chen and Yanping Kuang; Part III. Difficulties and Complications of Ovarian Stimulation and Implantation: 12. Ovarian stimulation in difficult IVF cases Amina Oumeziane and Samira Barbara; 13. Polycystic ovary syndrome: Ovulation induction strategies Lina El-Taha, Botros Rizk, William Ledger, and Johnny Awwad; 14. Polycystic ovary syndrome: Controlled ovarian stimulation Lina El-Taha, Botros Rizk, William Ledger, and Johnny Awwad; 15. Prevention of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome Mohamed Youssef, Abdel-Maguid Ramzy, and Botros Rizk; 16. Treatment of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome Mohamed Youssef, Abdel-Maguid Ramzy, and Botros Rizk; 17. How to individualize ovarian stimulation protocols to avoid difficulties and complications Suleiman Ghunaim, Raja Sayegh, and Johnny Awwad; 18. Endometrial receptivity Eva Gómez, Jose Miravet-Valenciano, Diana Valbuena, and Carlos Simon; 19. Folliculogenesis and implantation failure Antonis Makrigiannakis and Panagiotis; Part IV. Non-conventional Forms Used during Ovarian Stimulation: 20. Adjuncts for ovarian stimulation Alexander M. Quaas and David R. Meldrum; 21. Luteinizing hormone supplementation during ovarian stimulation Ioannis E. Messinis, Christina I. Messini, George Anifandis, and Alexandros Daponte; 22. Ovulation induction for hypogonadotropic hypogonadism Lina El-Taha, Botros Rizk, Chantal Farra, and Johnny Awwad; Part V. Alternatives to Ovarian Hyperstimulation and Delayed Transfer: 23. Hyperprolactinemia Botros Rizk and Natalie L. Shammas; 24. Ovarian cautery for polycystic ovary syndrome Gabor T. Kovacs; 25. Elective freeze-all embryos policy Mehmet Cihat Unlu and Ahmet Yigit Cakiroglu; Part VI. Procedures Before, During, and After Ovarian Stimulation: 26. Ultrasound monitoring for ovulation induction: Pitfalls and problems Mona M. Aboulghar and Yomna Islam; 27. The use of GnRH agonists to trigger final oocyte maturation during controlled ovarian stimulation Anastasia Salameh, Sara Faour, and Johnny Awwad; 28. The luteal phase support in in vitro fertilization Biljana Popovic-Todorovic and Human Mousavi Fatemi; 29. Luteal phase support other than progesterone Dalia Khalife, Nour Assaf, and Johnny Awwad; 30. Ovarian reserve as a guide for ovarian stimulation Hassan N. Sallam, Ahmed F. Galal, and Nooman H. Sallam; Index.

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Book SynopsisThis is a homage to women, as well as provides clinical pearls written by psychiatrists for clinicians and non-clinicians alike. Mental health as it relates to women is described throughout the chapters of this book. This book represents up-to-date information that can be used as a reference or as a study guide to understand clinical treatment for perinatal mental health. The book demonstrates the history and current understanding of women's mental health. A thorough description of mental health, wellness, diagnosis and treatment recommendations are seen throughout the chapters. Summarised highlights are depicted in each chapter in a form of a table. This book is an excellent learning tool for understanding women's health. It can be used as a self-health book to understand mental health as it relates to women. This book is a review for mental health workers, physicians, residents and students.Table of ContentsPrefaceWomenAdolescents and Mental HealthPremenstrual Dysphoric Disorder in HistoryThe Impact of Infertility on Mental HealthPerinatal Mental HealthUnderstanding and Ensuring Postpartum HealthPsychopharmacology during Pregnancy and LactationMenopause and Womens Mental HealthAcculturation, Assimilation, Immigration Issues and Womens Mental HealthWomen and SuicideWellness, Burnout and Womens Mental HealthThe Legal System and Womens Mental HealthSubstance Use Disorder and Womens Mental HealthAbout the EditorIndex.

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Book SynopsisEvery year in the United States, hundreds of women die of complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. According to CDC data, racial/ethnic disparities exist with regard to these deaths. For example, non-Hispanic black women were more than three times as likely to die as non-Hispanic white women, and non-Hispanic American Indian/Alaska Native women were more than two times as likely to die as non-Hispanic white women. This book describes trends in pregnancy-related deaths in the United States, including trends in causes and timing of these deaths, and the efforts focused on reducing pregnancy-related deaths.Table of ContentsPreface; Maternal Mortality: Trends in Pregnancy-Related Deaths and Federal Efforts to Reduce Them; Better Data and Better Outcomes: Reducing Maternal Mortality in the U.S.; The Impact of the Pregnancy Checkbox and Misclassification on Maternal Mortality Trends in the United States, 1999-2017; Index.

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Book SynopsisWomen and girls with disabilities find themselves constantly having to deal with multiple, intersectional discrimination due to both their gender and their disability, as well as social conditioning. Indeed, the intersection made up of factors such as race, ethnic origin, social background, cultural substrate, age, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, gender, disability, status as refugee or migrant and others besides, has a multiplying effect that increases discrimination yet further. Where conditions are equal, women with disabilities do not enjoy equal opportunities in terms of their participation in all aspects of society; rather, they are all too often excluded, amongst others from education, employment, access to poverty reduction programmes, from taking part in political and public lives and, moreover, some legislative deeds actually prevent them from making decisions regarding their own lives, also as regards sexual and reproductive rights. History, attitudes and prejudices of the societies to which we belong, including of families, have created and continue to feed into a negative stereotypical image of women and girls with disabilities, thereby helping further isolate and marginalise them yet more. Very often, they are also ignored by information media and, when they do gain media attention, the approach tends to considers them from the perspective of medical-assistance needs, silencing their abilities and valuable contribution to the society in which they live. The book seeks to pay the right attention to the condition of women with disabilities, offering points for reflection, also on the different, often invisible, cultural and social undertones that continue today to feed into prejudicial stereotypes.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements; Introduction; Concepts of Disability and Health: A Theoretical Excursus; Towards a Common Language for Functioning, Disability and Health; The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development By, for and with Persons with Disabilities; An Historical Introduction to Engendered Disability: An International Point of View; Notes on Intersectional Approach and Feminist Disability Studies: An Historical Excursus; Does Everybody Count? the Case of Women with Disabilities; Non-disabled Researchers and Disability Studies; Women with Disability: A Cultural Heritage? Disability, Gender and Culture: An Italian Approach; Women with Disabilities Living in Rural Areas and Facing Violence: An Intersectional Perspective; Mothering as a Human Right Issue of Women with Disabilities in Current Post-socialist Social Context; Conclusions.

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Book SynopsisThe United States is the most dangerous place in the developed world to deliver a baby. Each year, about 700 American women die and 50,000 women are severely injured due to complications related to childbirth. If you are a Black woman in the United States, it is even more dangerous to give birth. Chapter 1 reports on ways to save mothers' lives. Chapters 2 and 3 examine how state and federal policies are impacting residents' access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services, including abortion.Table of ContentsPreface; Improving Maternal Health: Legislation to Advance Prevention Efforts and Access to Care; Examining State Efforts to Undermine Access to Reproductive Health Care; Threats to Reproductive Rights in America; Index.

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Book SynopsisAs a heart attack survivor, you know that you must do everything within your power to prevent yourself from having another heart attack. The reason is simple; as a heart attack survivor, you are at greater risk of suffering another heart attack, one that could end your life. A Woman's Guide to Heart Attack Recovery provides heart attack survivors with a multi-faceted approach to preventing subsequent heart attacks. First, you need to empower yourself, and the way to do that is to learn as much as you can about your heart, the heart attack treatments you may have undergone, and, if you've only recently had your heart attack, the key steps to recuperation. You also need to know what to do in an emergency in case you experience another heart attack. Many chapters in this book — such as the ones on high blood pressure, diabetes, weight control, diet and exercise — are filled with information on how to achieve these specific goals. A heart attack can be a life-affirming wake-up call and many women find their life afterward to be better than it was before. Many of you will find it to be the impetus you need to make changes towards living a healthier life. A Women's Guide to Heart Attack Recovery is devoted to helping you do just that.

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Book SynopsisWomen are born with a finite number of oocytes and throughout the reproductive ageing process (which starts prior to birth and develops in a continuum), the progressive loss of these oocytes (during atresia or ovulation) is observed, which does not necessarily happen at a constant rate. The reproductive failure is what signals menopause. In this new book, the authors discuss the management, complications and social perceptions relating to menopause. Topics included in this complication examine the biopsychosocial conceptualization and assessment of menopausal symptoms; management of typically ignored but increased risk factors for dysparaneua, HIV and other STDs; perceptions about menopause and hormonal therapy in Brazilian women; oestrogen deficiency in bone diseases in female hemodialysis patients; and estrogen dose in postmenopausal hormonal therapy.

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Book SynopsisIn This is How You Vagina, Dr. Nicole Williams presents readers with a much-needed resource on the history, science, and attitudes about the most fascinating and misunderstood part of the female anatomy: the vagina. She includes valuable information about sexual function, child birth, and physiology and presents answers to her patients' most common questions. She also dispels the most common myths concerning female genitalia. This book is an easy-to-understand guide, complete with illustrations, for women to explore and understand their vaginas in a way they never have before. Readers will learn what's normal and what's not, including that, yes, theirs is most certainly normal too. This revealing and informative book is made for any woman from age 18 to 88 who is looking to better understand the form and function of this fascinating organ.

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Book SynopsisAfter more than 50 years of developing, practicing, evaluating, and teaching his Run Walk Run® method, Jeff Galloway is now partnering with two primary care physicians, Ruth M. Parker and Carmen Patrick Mohan, with over 50 years of clinical practice experience. Both physicians regularly prescribe the method to patients with common chronic health conditions. The Women’s Guide to Health is an action guide that combines Galloway’s Run Walk Run® programs with the best available medical knowledge for using Run Walk Run® and the Mediterranean diet as key treatment modalities for chronic medical conditions related to excess body weight. It provides sequential action steps for overweight women who would like to begin a graduated exercise program combined with quality meal planning for weight loss. Run Walk Run® is prescribed like a medication with the core components of daily dosage, frequency, indication, and method for building up to the cumulative dosage of 150 minutes of Run Walk Run® per week. Diet and nutrition advice is offered in the form of food prescriptions. Throughout the text, the authors integrate the best evidence for forming new lifelong habits, encourage journaling as a core weight-loss strategy, and use self-reported health numbers to catalyse meaningful conversations with health care providers.

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