Going Off Birth Control Breakdown | Ep. 8

The Period Repair Manual is a comprehensive guide written by naturopathic doctor Lara Briden. It provides advice and tips for women of every age and situation to improve their menstrual health using natural treatments. The book covers topics such as how to come off hormonal birth control, what a normal period should be like, common period problems, and how to talk to your doctor. It includes treatment protocols for issues like PCOS, endometriosis, and perimenopause. The second edition features insights from Professor Jerilynn Prior, over 300 new references, and an additional chapter on perimenopause and menopause.

Beyond the Pill is a groundbreaking book that addresses the common hormonal struggles women face both on and off birth control. Dr. Jolene Brighten provides a proven 30-day program designed to reverse the myriad of symptoms women experience, including acne, PMS, menstrual cramps, PCOS, and Endometriosis. The book highlights the risky side effects of birth control pills, such as increased risk for autoimmune disease, heart attack, thyroid and adrenal disorders, and even breast and cervical cancer. It offers simple diet and lifestyle interventions to detox the liver, support the adrenals and thyroid, heal the gut, reverse metabolic mayhem, boost fertility, and enhance mood. Whether you choose to stay on the pill or not, this book provides an actionable plan for taking control of your hormonal health and well-being.