Dr. Reiss and talented cowriter Martin Zucker explain why, how, and when to use natural hormones. This is not a snappy, one-size-fits-all program--rather, you, with the involvement of your physician, learn how to analyze your needs and individualize your treatment for your own optimal hormonal balance. Reiss describes the benefits and uses of natural estrogen and progesterone, then discusses other natural hormones that might be helpful: testosterone, human growth hormone, DHEA, melatonin, and pregnenolone. This is a provocative book that's worth sharing with your doctor. --Joan Price

Product Description

A pioneering gynecologist and antiaging specialist with a successful Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Uzzi Reiss shows the way for women who want to turn back the effects of time through natural hormone therapy, but who wonder: is it safe? Does it work? Is hormone therapy right for me?

NATURAL HORMONE BALANCE for Women

is Dr. Reiss's breakthrough, step-by-step program for women who want to take control of their lives by restoring hormonal balance. This revolutionary, commonsense natural hormone replacement program is designed to meet the individual needs of most women looking to rejuvenate body and mind -- and offers astounding benefits for women of all ages:

More energy and stamina * Improved memory * Healthier, more youthful skin * Balanced moods * Less depression and anxiety * Stabilization of weight and more muscle definition * Better sleep patterns * PMS and menopausal symptoms reduced or eliminated * Enhanced sexuality

Dr. Reiss takes the confusion out of the medical information you need to know. In clear, nontechnical language, he thoroughly explains:

As an animal advocate, I am especially pleased to see the truth finally told about Premarin, a multi-billion dollar industry that exploits horses for profit, and sends tens of thousands of foals to slaughter every year. Plant-derived hormones are kind to animals, and earth-friendly, too!


Concrete and Detailed   October 26, 2001
 50 out of 51 found this review helpful

I will add my voice of acclaim for this valuable book. I was looking for someone who could tell me what the symptoms were of too little estrogen, too little progesterone, too much progesterone, etc. and could not find that information anywhere on the internet. Lab tests are expensive, often inaccurate, and ultimately irrelevant if you have "normal" values but are still experiencing symptoms. Dr. Reiss explains in wonderful detail what various symptoms mean and what hormones to take, when and how, and where to get them. There are sections for women approaching menopause as well as in the middle of it and all the way through it. He shares a tremendous wealth of experience!

My first impression was that he was perhaps a "fringe" doctor, one of those who think they've solved some common problem but they can't get other doctors to listen to them. But the more I read, the more I became convinced that he really knows what he's talking about and has solid research studies to back up his opinions. And my doctor was the one who recommended his book. I'm sure his approach will become more and more mainstream in the next few years.

I have been recommending this book to all my perimenopausal and menopausal friends and they have been as excited by it as I am.


When hormones are flaring and you don't know what to do   January 29, 2002
 41 out of 42 found this review helpful

NATURAL HORMONE BALANCE FOR WOMEN can provide you with wonderful insights on rebalancing your hormones naturally. As a naturopathic physician who works with women experiencing hormonal imbalances, I find this book to be like a breath of fresh air. It is clearly written, practical and highly readable, providing detailed guidance for understanding your own hormonal imbalances and learning to deal with them naturally. I recommend this book to my clients, and refer to in constantly as I work with clients to optimize their own health. Dr. Shoshana Zimmerman, author of MY DOCTOR SAYS I'M FINE...SO WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD?


Incorrect Customer Testiment!   August 17, 2004
 41 out of 44 found this review helpful

I am writing in regards to the customer who commented on this book and did NOT know what they were talking about! The customer's "A Reader" comment was "Do NOT trust anything you read in this book. HRT kills women!" My best guess is that this customer did NOT read this book, or if they had, they at least didn't understand it. Traditional HRT DOES kill women. The natural hormone replacement therapy discussed in this book is NOT the synthetic hormone replacement therapy which can and does create illnesses in many women. The Natural Hormone Therapy (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy) does not cause illness, rather it causes well being that fights illness! The hormone replacement therapy discussed in this book mimics our own natural hormones and actually replaces lost hormones and keeps our hormones balanced. It is people like these who have their defenses raised so much that they cannot allow themselves to learn about new medicine and new ideas. I just hope no one is paying attention to this kind of ignorance! But, I know that people do,which is often the problem in relaying new and great information. Luckily, it seems obvious that most women who are learning about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy are excited and thrilled and are spreading the news word of mouth. Thank Goodness! I am only 27 years old, but by the time I reach menopausal age, I know that this literal cure of menopause and andropause (male menopause)will be the average treatment for all who are aging and losing hormone balance. Probably even within a handful of years! Some things that come with this new era really are GREAT!