The Vagina Bible: The Vulva and the Vagina: Separating the Myth from the Medicin

Description: The Vagina Bible by Dr. Jen Gunter OB-GYN Gunter, an expert on womens health--and the internets most popular go-to doc--comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including the author takes readers on a factual, fun-filled journey.d journey. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Instant New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller!Boston Globe bestseller #1 Canadian BestsellerOB/GYN, writer for The New York Times, USA Today, and Self, and host of the show Jensplaining, Dr. Jen Gunter now delivers the definitive book on vaginal health, answering the questions youve always had but were afraid to ask—or couldnt find the right answers to. She has been called Twitters resident gynecologist, the Internets OB/GYN, and one of the fiercest advocates for womens health…and shes here to give you the straight talk on the topics she knows best. Does eating sugar cause yeast infections? Does pubic hair have a function? Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen? Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex? Whats the truth about the HPV vaccine? So many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, its easy to be overwhelmed—whether its websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? OB-GYN Jen Gunter, an expert on womens health—and the internets most popular go-to doc—comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey. Discover the truth about: • The vaginal microbiome • Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies • How diet impacts vaginal health • Stem cells and the vagina • Cosmetic vaginal surgery • What changes to expect during pregnancy and after childbirth • What changes to expect through menopause • How medicine fails women by dismissing symptoms Plus: • Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health • How to select a tampon • The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot . . . And so much more. Whether youre a twenty-six-year-old worried that her labia are "uncool" or a sixty-six-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource. Author Biography Dr. Jen Gunter is an internationally bestselling author, obstetrician, and gynecologist with more than three decades of experience as a vulvar and vaginal diseases expert. Her New York Times and USA Today bestselling book, The Vagina Bible, has been translated into 21 languages and The Guardian calls her "the worlds most famous—and outspoken—gynecologist." The recipient of the 2020 NAMS Media Award from The North American Menopause Society, she is a The New York Times contributor, and the star of Jensplaining, a CBC/Amazon Prime video series that highlights the impact of medical misinformation on women. Dr. Gunters TED Talk was the third most-viewed in 2020. She is also the host of the popular TED Collective podcast "Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter," where she interviews fellow doctors about the lies youre told—and sold—about your health, debunking some of the stickiest myths out there while helping you to understand how your body really works. Review "Dr. Jen Gunter is a fountain of critically important information and shes funny as hell. Buy this book if you have a vagina or if you spend any time at all in reasonably close proximity to one."—Ayelet Waldman, New York Times bestselling author of A Really Good Day "The Vagina Bible - Dr. Jen Gunters savvy, detailed, funny and wise guide to female health - should be required reading for every woman seeking smart information about her body. I dont say this often but its a dont miss book."—Deborah Blum, New York Times bestselling author of The Poison Squad"Men who want to understand the experiences of their partners or provide sound guidance to their daughters should turn to The Vagina Bible. Jen Gunter offers authoritative information with her trademark clarity and good humor." —Carl Zimmer, author of She Has Her Mothers Laugh "This book is basically everything youve ever wanted to know about the vagina but were afraid to ask."—Imani Gandy, Senior Legal Analyst, Rewire News "In a time where pseudoscience has a large foothold, it is vital that physicians and scientists meet any reader where they live. With The Vagina Bible, Dr. Gunter has done exactly that! Her writing is rooted in science and steeped with humor and insight while the book is both inclusive and instructive. A vital book that will undoubtedly have an profound impact."—Mark Shapiro, MD, Founder and Host, Explore The Space podcast "Whether she is debunking the damage done by Freud or providing the low down on the science of sex, she provides a frank, funny and thoroughly science-informed perspective. This is the exact kind of book the world needs right now. Gunter pulls no punches and provides a clear and concise summation of the facts on every vagina-related topic you can think of. Seriously. Everything. The world needs more Jen!"—Professor Timothy Caulfield, author of Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything...."Empowerment of women through accurate information about their own bodies is the "vagenda" of ob-gyn and New York Times columnist Gunters comprehensive, pseudoscience-bashing discussion of all things vaginal and vulvar. Gunter approachably, respectfully, and even playfully presents a huge amount of reproductive and sexual health education information to women, with the assurance that they can use it.." —Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW "As an OB-GYN with nearly three decades of experience, Gunter knows from crotches. …Shaky assertions made by natural health products serve only to misdirect women, Gunter argues in her new book, The Vagina Bible: The Vulva and the Vagina – Separating the Myth From the Medicine, a sassy manual of anatomical and self-care tips…As the global wellness industry tops $4.2 trillion, Gunter is on a mission to arm women with science-based advice in hopes of stanching the spread of health misinformation. Increasingly, shes been sounding the alarm about how confusion surrounding womens bodies fuels larger efforts to control them." —Mother Jones Review Quote "Dr. Jen Gunter is a fountain of critically important information and shes funny as hell. Buy this book if you have a vagina or if you spend any time at all in reasonably close proximity to one." --Ayelet Waldman, New York Times bestselling author of A Really Good Day "The Vagina Bible - Dr. Jen Gunters savvy, detailed, funny and wise guide to female health - should be required reading for every woman seeking smart information about her body. I dont say this often but its a dont miss book." --Deborah Blum, New York Times bestselling author of The Poison Squad "Men who want to understand the experiences of their partners or provide sound guidance to their daughters should turn to The Vagina Bible. Jen Gunter offers authoritative information with her trademark clarity and good humor." -- Carl Zimmer, author of She Has Her Mothers Laugh "This book is basically everything youve ever wanted to know about the vagina but were afraid to ask." --Imani Gandy, Senior Legal Analyst, Rewire News "In a time where pseudoscience has a large foothold, it is vital that physicians and scientists meet any reader where they live. With The Vagina Bible , Dr. Gunter has done exactly that! Her writing is rooted in science and steeped with humor and insight while the book is both inclusive and instructive. A vital book that will undoubtedly have an profound impact." --Mark Shapiro, MD, Founder and Host, Explore The Space podcast "Whether she is debunking the damage done by Freud or providing the low down on the science of sex, she provides a frank, funny and thoroughly science-informed perspective. This is the exact kind of book the world needs right now. Gunter pulls no punches and provides a clear and concise summation of the facts on every vagina-related topic you can think of. Seriously. Everything. The world needs more Jen!" --Professor Timothy Caulfield, author of Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything.... "Empowerment of women through accurate information about their own bodies is the "vagenda" of ob-gyn and New York Times columnist Gunters comprehensive, pseudoscience-bashing discussion of all things vaginal and vulvar. Gunter approachably, respectfully, and even playfully presents a huge amount of reproductive and sexual health education information to women, with the assurance that they can use it.." --Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW "As an OB-GYN with nearly three decades of experience, Gunter knows from crotches. ...Shaky assertions made by natural health products serve only to misdirect women, Gunter argues in her new book, The Vagina Bible: The Vulva and the Vagina - Separating the Myth From the Medicine , a sassy manual of anatomical and self-care tips...As the global wellness industry tops $4.2 trillion, Gunter is on a mission to arm women with science-based advice in hopes of stanching the spread of health misinformation. Increasingly, shes been sounding the alarm about how confusion surrounding womens bodies fuels larger efforts to control them." --Mother Jones Details ISBN0806539313 Short Title VAGINA BIBLE Pages 432 Language English ISBN-10 0806539313 ISBN-13 9780806539317 Format Paperback DEWEY 618.1 Year 2019 Publication Date 2019-08-27 Imprint Citadel Press Subtitle The Vulva and the Vagina: Separating the Myth from the Medicine Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2019-08-27 NZ Release Date 2019-08-27 US Release Date 2019-08-27 UK Release Date 2019-08-27 Place of Publication New York Author Dr. Jen Gunter Publisher Kensington Publishing Illustrations 12 BLACK & WHITE IMAGES INCLUD Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:125270893;

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