{"title":"Books by Dr. Jennifer Gunter","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780349421759","title":"The Vagina Bible","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes eating sugar cause yeast infections? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes pubic hair have a function? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eShould you have a vulvovaginal care regimen?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's the truth about the HPV vaccine?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory \u003ci\u003emis\u003c\/i\u003einformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it's easy to be overwhelmed-whether it's websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? Obstetrician Jen Gunter, an expert on women's health-and the internet's most popular go-to doc\u003cb\u003e-\u003c\/b\u003ecomes 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the truth about:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e·         The vaginal microbiome \u003cbr\u003e·         Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies  \u003cbr\u003e·         How diet impacts vaginal health \u003cbr\u003e·         Stem cells and the vagina \u003cbr\u003e·         Cosmetic vaginal surgery\u003cbr\u003e·         What changes to expect during pregnancy, after childbirth, and through menopause\u003cbr\u003e·         How medicine fails women by dismissing symptoms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlus:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e·         Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health\u003cbr\u003e·         How to select a tampon \u003cbr\u003e·         The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e... 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Whether you're 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56287222366581,"sku":"9780349421759","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780349421759_08e64264-de20-4a38-9e15-4790d54e1307.jpg?v=1786014078"},{"product_id":"9780349427621","title":"Blood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'The world's most famous and outspoken \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003egynaecologist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e' \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e(The Guardian) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003efights myths and fearmongering with real science, inclusive facts, and shame-free advice on the topic that impacts more than 1.8 billion people worldwide: menstruation.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Women can expect to have between 350 and 450 periods in a lifetime. So why is real information so hard to find? Despite its significance, most education about menstruation focuses either on increasing the chances of pregnancy or preventing it. And while both are crucial, women deserve to know more about their bodies than just what happens in service to reproduction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Not knowing how your body works makes it challenging to advocate for yourself. Consequently, many people suffer in silence thinking their bodies are uniquely broken or they turn to disreputable sources. \u003ci\u003eBlood\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical, empowering guide to what's typical, what's concerning and when to seek care - recounted with the no-nonsense expertise and frank, fearless wit that have made Dr Jen today's most trusted voice in women's health.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dr Jen answers all your period-related questions, including: What exactly happens during menstruation? How heavy is too heavy? How much should periods hurt? 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Factor in widespread misinformation, a lack of research, and the culture of shame around women's bodies, and it's no wonder women are unsure what to expect during the menopause transition and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMenopause is not a disease - it's a planned change, like puberty. And just like puberty, we should be educated on what's to come years in advance, rather than the current practice of leaving people on their own with bothersome symptoms and too much conflicting information. 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