Details Women; Hormones & the Menstrual Cycle is the definitive guide to natural medicine and women’s health; focusing on health complaints from adolescence through to menopause and beyond. Ruth Trickey; with practitioners from the Melbourne Holistic Health Group and other contributors; provide comprehensive information and treatment protocols based on years of research and clinical experience. This book is essential reading for professional health care providers and health science students; as well as individuals interested in a more thorough understanding of the health concerns affecting women. This edition has been fully revised; providing up-to-date research on current evidence based natural medicine. A range of gynaecological complaints are discussed including pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS); endometriosis; polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS); amenorrhoea and menopausal symptoms. Unique to Women; Hormones & the Menstrual Cycle is the focus on a collaborative model of health care; where naturopathic treatments for specific conditions are presented alongside more conventional medical approaches.