Book HackThe Menopause ManifestoBy Dr. Jennifer Gunter
In a Nutshell
In The Menopause Manifesto, Dr. Jennifer Gunter demystifies menopause through a closer look into its biological mechanisms and corresponding symptoms.
Favorite Quote
For women to navigate menopause, they need facts because empowerment requires accurate information - but they also need feminism because our bodies, our medical care, and even our thoughts have been colonized by the patriarchy.
Dr. Jennifer Gunter
Introduction
Although menopause is a naturally occurring bodily process, oftentimes misinformation and a culture of shame prevent women from truly understanding the ins and outs of the biological phenomenon.
Dr. Jen Gunter is known for being the internet's fiercest advocate for women's health, specializing in vulvovaginal disorders and pain medicine.
Gunter's book, The Menopause Manifesto, aims to empower women by answering the most common questions surrounding menopause.
Gunter addresses specific symptoms and treatment options associated with menopause, along with in-depth explanations of how and what is happening in the body.
The guide also shines a light on how the language we use surrounding menopause is rooted in misogyny, making women feel embarrassed of normal bodily functions.
Here are the 3 key insights from this Hack
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