The Smart Woman's Guide to PMS and Pain-Free Periods

by Linda Woolven

An unabashed guide to symptom-free, drug-free periods For the 30 to 40 percent of women afflicted with PMS, traditional medicine can offer no genuine cures, only hormones, anti-depressants, and temporary pain-killers. Offering a practical, easy-to-implement plan for recovery from even the most debilitating forms of PMS, herbalist Linda Woolven outlines a natural powerhouse regimen of herbs, vitamins, minerals, and nutritional changes. A comprehensive guide to every aspect of women's menstrual and sexual health, the book also addresses menopause and osteoporosis. Combining scientific research and clinical experience with clear practical guidelines, this is an essential how-to health book for women of all ages. Linda Woolven (Toronto, ON, Canada) is the author of The Vegetarian Passport Cookbook (978-1-555041-331-1) and Healthy Herbs (978-1-555041-329-8).

Genres: Nonfiction

160 pages, Paperback

First published March 21, 2008

Reviews

[Emily Andrews · Rating 2 out of 5]

i suppose this is partly on me for not paying attention, but i got this book more for dealing with PCOS symptoms which, based on the back cover, i assumed it would cover.
everything had to deal with high estrogen, which is the opposite of my problem.

Edit: obviously, things are different from country to country. At least knowing the names of the herbs needed allowed me to navigate in the health food store.

[Jennie · Rating 4 out of 5]

First I would let anyone looking to cure pms symptoms be sure that they have spoken to their doctor for any ongoing or severe pain.

Many of these remedies are herbs, but can still be harmful.

Great suggestions for pain relief as well as diet and vitamin emphasis. A mix of tincher, pills and other forms in which to take/administer herbs.

Recommended for everyone. Clear and easy to read.

[Nenna · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first book on this topic I've read that isn't addressed to pre-teens or condescend to me like a child. It's for any woman, young and old, looking for insight on her menses.

[Roxy · Rating 5 out of 5]

chastetree berry!

[Dawn Trlak-Donahue · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was loaned this from a friend. Interesting-there is definitely something to this. Haven't decided if I will try this or not.