A DETAILED GUIDE WITH RELIABLE MEDICAL INFORMATION THAT DEBUNKS MYTHS AND CHANGES THE WAY WE THINK, TALK - AND DON'T TALK - ABOUT THE BODY AND WELLNESS.

A woman is expected to have her period hundreds of times in her life. Despite the importance of menstruation, our education is limited to what pertains to pregnancy. And while that is also very important, every woman should know more about her body than what serves reproduction alone.

In the Bible of periods, gynecologist Jen Gunter, the most trusted modern voice in women's health, explains what is normal, what is concerning, and when to seek medical help. She answers key, period-related questions and informs about topics such as:

• What exactly happens during menstruation
• Menstruation and pain
• The effect of stress and health on the cycle
• Period migraines, premenstrual syndrome, and period diarrhea
• Polycystic ovary syndrome
• The fascinating relationship of the endometrium with the immune system
• Accepted period products and the truth about toxic shock syndrome
• Different cultural perceptions of periods and how they affect girls and women

WRITTEN BY THE PRESS

A book full of enlightening scientific data paired with insightful social analysis and critique. PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

A must-read. A scientifically-backed guide that empowers every reader to better understand her body and take care of it as it deserves. LIBRARY JOURNAL

With humor, insight, and understanding, Jen Gunter is the period expert we need right now. EMILY NAGOSKI, AUTHOR