A comprehensive resource of medical and herbal interventions related to women's health issues, Botanical Medicine for Women's Health provides a unique combination of traditional and modern scientific data on herbal medicine. Written by Aviva Romm, MD, an experienced herbalist, physician, and midwife, this guide blends a clinician-sensitive and patient-centered approach to women's health issues. Coverage of menstrual health, fertility, breast conditions, and more makes this an essential resource for everyday practice.

Part One: Foundations of Botanical Medicine1. Botanical Medicines, CAM, and Integrative Medicine: Definitions and Use Prevalence 2. History of Herbal Medicines for Women 3. Fundamental Principles of Herbal Medicine 4. Guidelines for Herbal Medicine Use5. Diet, Nutrition, and Women's Health 6. Real Anatomy: Reproductive Anatomy and Endocrinology Primer Part Two: General Gynecologic and Menstrual Health Concerns7. Menstrual Wellness and Menstrual Problems8. Endocrine Disorders and Adrenal Support 9. Conditions of the Reproductive Organs 10. Vaginal Infections and Sexually Transmitted Diseases11. Urinary Complaints12. Breast CancerPart Three: Fertility and the Childbearing Cycle13. Pregnancy and Botanical Medicine Use and Safety 14. Fertility Challenges 15. Pregnancy: First Trimester 16. Pregnancy: Second Trimester 17. Pregnancy: Third Trimester 18. Labor and Birth 19. The Post Partum 20. Breastfeeding and Botanical Medicine Part Four: The Menopausal Years21. Menopausal Health Part Five: Plant ProfilesBlack cohoshBlue cohoshChaste treeDong quaiGingerKava kavaRed cloverSt. John's wortUva ursilWild yamAppendixesAppendix 1: Common Names and Botanical Name Quick Reference ChartAppendix 2: Botanical Medicine for Women Quick Dose Reference ChartAppendix 3: Adverse Herb-Drug InteractionsAppendix 4: Botanical Medicine Information Resources