Women's Health (Ask Dr. Weil) [Mass Market Paperback]

Andrew Weil M.D. (Author)

Book Description

Series: Ask Dr. Weil | Publication Date: August 30, 1997

In his #1 New York Times bestseller Spontaneous Healing, Dr. Andrew Weil opened our eyes to the body's wondrous ability to naturally heal itself. And after the tremendous response he received from countless readers, he launched the Web site "Ask Dr. Weil" (www.drweil.com). Now, in this easy-to-use book, Dr. Weil answers all your most frequently asked health questions, including...

* How can I fight PMS naturally?
* What are the best methods of birth control?
* Which herbs help hot flashes?
* Can hair dyes be hazardous to my health?
* Are silicone breast implants really dangerous?

And many more!

Whether you are eager to learn about the best path to recovery from illness or just looking to improve your overall well-being, Dr. Weil's expert advice will gently guide you toward the healthier, fuller life you deserve.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Dr. Weil is America's most trusted expert on integrated medicine. This compact, inexpensive, guide to health is a reference that every woman should have. In a direct and easy-to-read question and answer format, this volume of the Ask Dr. Weil series addresses many of the medical concerns women face today, including pregnancy, PMS, menopause, hormones, plastic surgery, weight loss, birth control, and much more! Also included are recommended books, newsletters, programs, and web site resources.

-- Laura Paczosa, Editorial Assistant

From the Inside Flap

In his #1 New York Times bestseller Spontaneous Healing, Dr. Andrew Weil opened our eyes to the body's wondrous ability to naturally heal itself. And after the tremendous response he received from countless readers, he launched the Web site "Ask Dr.Now, in this easy-to-use book, Dr. Weil answers all your most frequently asked health questions, including...

* How can I fight PMS naturally?
* What are the best methods of birth control?
* Which herbs help hot flashes?
* Can hair dyes be hazardous to my health?
* Are silicone breast implants really dangerous?

And many more!

Whether you are eager to learn about the best path to recovery from illness or just looking to improve your overall well-being, Dr. Weil's expert advice will gently guide you toward the healthier, fuller life you deserve.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Ivy Books; 1 edition (August 30, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0804116741
• ISBN-13: 978-0804116749
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 3.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,295,784 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Andrew Weil, M.D., is a world-renowned leader and pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, a healing oriented approach to health care which encompasses body, mind, and spirit. His next book, "Spontaneous Happiness," will be released November 8, 2011.

Combining a Harvard education and a lifetime of practicing natural and preventive medicine, Dr. Weil is the founder and director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center, where he is also a Clinical Professor of Medicine and Professor of Public Health and the Lovell-Jones Professor of Integrative Rheumatology. Dr. Weil received both his medical degree and his undergraduate AB degree in biology (botany) from Harvard University.

Dr. Weil is an internationally-recognized expert for his views on leading a healthy lifestyle, his philosophy of healthy aging, and his critique of the future of medicine and health care. Approximately 10 million copies of Dr. Weil's books have been sold, including "Spontaneous Healing," "8 Weeks to Optimum Health," "Eating Well for Optimum Health," "The Healthy Kitchen," "Healthy Aging," and "Why Our Health Matters."

Online, he is the editorial director of DrWeil.com, the leading web resource for healthy living based on the philosophy of integrative medicine. He can be found on Facebook at facebook.com/DrWeil, Twitter at twitter.com/DrWeil, and Dr. Weil's Daily Health Tips blog at drweilblog.com.

See a comprehensive list of Dr. Weil's information: about.me/DrWeil

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars better view, August 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Women's Health (Ask Dr. Weil) (Mass Market Paperback)

Dr. Weil has assisted me in connecting all aspects of my life to my health and well being... It simply can't be escaped at any age... with thought and reflection we as women can replace poor choices with better ones to encourage harmony with in our lives and our bodies... it is up to us to take charge and make a difference and this book is one ticket to the express of better living for all woman.

3 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars better view, August 7, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Women's Health (Ask Dr. Weil) (Mass Market Paperback)

Dr. Weil has assisted me in connecting all aspects of my life to my health and well being... It simply can't be escaped at any age... with thought and reflection we as women can replace poor choices with better ones to encourage harmony with in our lives and our bodies... it is up to us to take charge and make a difference and this book is one ticket to the express of better living for all woman.