Quite possibly every female over the age of 12 will find this huge book enlightening, pain saving, and perhaps even lifesaving. Think of it as a much more empowering and holistic Our Bodies, Ourselves. Northrup is a gynecologist who acknowledges the power of natural therapies and herbs, but also maintains that allopathic treatments, including surgery, are sometimes best. In
Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom, she covers the treatment of many physical concerns-among them PMS, menstrual
cramps, breast cancer, fibroids, endometriosis, infertility, depression, childbirth, abortion, cystitis, and menopause-explaining how many of these physical problems have roots in emotional upsets. For example, a
I understand why people may be offended by her theories about different "female" conditions and the connection to a patriarchal society however, I think that western society is missing a big part of
This is a book that will force you to think about life. You do not have to agree with everythig that she says. Ask yourself the question. find the answer that is right for you. I am a male, and I've