The Vagina Bible

The Vulva and the Vagina-Separating the Myth from the Medicine

De: Jen Gunter MD

Narrado por: Jen Gunter MD

Does eating sugar cause yeast infections?

Does pubic hair have a function?

Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen?

Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex?

What's the truth about the HPV vaccine?

So many important questions, so much confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it's easy to be overwhelmed - whether it's websites or advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? OB/GYN Jen Gunter, an expert on women's health - and the internet's most popular go-to doc - comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey.

Whether you're a 26-year-old worried that her labia are "uncool" or a 66-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource.

©2019 Jennifer Gunter (P)2019 HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books

insufferable narrator, invaluable information

you'll know it when you hear it. I'm a young guy who's just curious but oh my God, she makes me want to slam my head against my keyboard whenever she invokes concepts like "patriarchy" without any sort of diving in or further explanation- here, she sounds like Alex Jones invoking the "liberal elite." but the medical information is super valuable!

This should be required reading

Dr Gunter’s book is extremely well-written, with a great design. Short to-the-point chapters, no fluff, no unnecessary jargon. As a physician I can say that this book is actually much better than any teaching we received in medical school for non-emergencies. Yes we learned about serious conditions but they really skipped the basics on health and this book covers it. It’s evidence-based and also based on Dr. Gunter’s extensive experience as an ob-gyn. She also takes on the “woo” that is endemic in so much of the wellness industry that cynically wants to make money by turning women’s normal bodies into “abnormal” ones. This is a great book.

practical advice, short and concise

Dr. Jen Gunter's book is a great reference for women seeking to understand their own bodies. you can go to the chapter most relevant to you without having to read the other chapters. It was helpful to learn about the themes including that there is limited research on women's health, which has allowed industries to profit off pseudo science. the most important thing women can do is do their research, reference medical professionals such as Dr Gunter and advocate for themselves with their medical providers!

An Important Book!

i appreciate the information, the ways in which it was organized, and the no-nonsense approach. I am grateful for reading this late-in-life too (though of course I want to gift it to every young woman in my life.) I am motivated to find medical help for my issues and am particularly happy to be armed against all the misinformation out there. Thank you Dr. Jen!

Everyone should read (listen) to this.

I have learned more about my body from this book than from any doctor, parent, education system, or well intentioned google search. I am gifting this book to all of the important women and romantic partners in my life.