“Out of the 100 million womenalmost 11 million in the United States alonewho are on the pill, roughly 60 percent take it for non-contraceptive reasons like painful periods, endometriosis, PCOS, and acne. While the birth control pill is widely prescribed as a quick-fix solution to a variety of womens health conditions, taking it can also result in other more serious and dangerous health consequences. Did you know that women on the pill are more likely to be prescribed an antidepressant? That they are at significantly increased risk for autoimmune disease, heart attack, thyroid and adrenal disorders, and even breast and cervical cancer? That the pill can even cause vagin*l dryness, unexplained hair loss, flagging libido, extreme fatigue, and chronic infection. As if women didnt have enough to worry about, that little pill were taking to manage our symptoms is only making things worse.
Jolene Brighten, ND, author of the groundbreaking new book BEYOND THE PILL , specializes in treating womens hormone imbalances caused by the pill and shares her proven 30-day program designed to reverse the myriad of symptoms women experience every daywhether you choose to stay on the pill or not. The first book of its kind to target the birth control pill and the scientifically-proven symptoms associated with taking it, BEYOND THE PILL is an actionable plan for taking control, and will help readers:
Locate the root cause of their hormonal issues, like estrogen dominance, low testosterone, and low progesterone
Discover a pain-free, manageable period free of cramps, acne, stress, or PMS without the harmful side effects that come with the pill
Detox the liver, support the adrenals and thyroid, heal the gut, reverse metabolic mayhem, boost fertility, and enhance mood
Transition into a nutrition and supplement program, with more than 30 hormone-balancing recipes
Featuring simple diet and lifestyle interventions, BEYOND THE PILL is the first step to reversing the risky side effects of the pill, finally finding hormonal health, and getting your badass self back.
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Review Hormonal birth control is harmful to womens brains, mitochondria, fertility and health! Dr. Jolene Brightens groundbreaking protocol guides you in understanding natural ways to address your hormone symptoms and how to safely transition off of birth control. ( DAVE ASPREY )
Dr. Jolene Brighten is my go to expert for anything related to womens hormones! Beyond the Pill provides insight and much needed solutions to common issues women on hormonal birth control face. I highly recommend reading this book if youre on birth control or considering starting. ( IZABELLA WENTZ, PharmD, FASCP, Pharmacist and author of Hashimotos Protocol )
Life after birth control does not need to be complete hormonal hell of feeling exhausted, breaking out, gaining weight uncontrollably, or losing your libido for good. Dr. Brighten gives you the exact, easy to follow steps to recover your body, reclaim your hormones and get back to your normal. ( JJ VIRGIN )
Whether youre on the pill, recently off of it, or off of it for many years, the tools and information in this book will guide you through transforming your health, step by step. This is now the go-to resource that women will use to take back their hormonal health. ( DIANE SANFILIPPO , Certified Nutrition Consultant and New York Times bestselling author of Practical Paleo , The 21-Day Sugar Detox , and Keto Quick Start
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Dr. Brightens comprehensive patient guide details the long term side effects and consequences that come with popping that daily pill. I highly recommend you read Beyond the Pill if youre considering starting birth control or have already been prescribed it. ( KELLY BROGAN, MD )
Groundbreaking solutions for the common hormonal struggles women face both on and off birth control. [Dr. Brightens] words are uplifting, inspiring and empower women to honor their body. . . a must read book to help take control of your hormones naturally. (AMY MEDLING, Founder of PCOS Diva and author of Healing PCOS )
This is the book I wish I had 5 years ago when I was contemplating coming off birth control. Dr. Brightens signature blend of smart, savvy advice plus a dash of sass is the answer to your question, What is there for me beyond the pill? ( STEPH GAUDREAU )
This detailed work unpacks the problems with hormonal birth control and gives women real and actionable ways to help their bodies recover and thrive! ( KATIE WELLS , Founder of WellnessMama. com)
Beyond the Pill is an extraordinary 30 day program for your period, mood, fertility and missing libido. Dr. Jolene Brighten is leading the way in womens medicine with her innovative approach to hormones and getting off of birth control. This is a must read for every woman! ( DANA TRENTINI , MA, EdM)
Beyond the Pill is THE book to ”
2020-05-23 (ol_source: 2022-02-28, isbndb_scrape: 2022-09-01, lgli_source: 2023-07-11, zlib_source: 2020-05-23)
