Blood: The Science, Medicine, and Mythology of Menstruation by Dr. Jen Gunter
Dr. Jen Gunter has been called “the Internet’s OB/GYN,” and for good reason. When she’s not writing books that demystify reproductive health, she’s combatting misinformation online and working to create “a better medical Internet” with the goal of making sure that anyone who needs it has accurate information to understand their body and advocate for their own healthcare.
In her latest book, Blood: The Science, Medicine, and Mythology of Menstruation, Gunter offers a straightforward primer on periods. It’s packed with real science and practical guidance about menstruation, what’s normal and what’s not, when to seek medical attention, and how to find qualified physicians. Gunter is also the author of The Menopause Manifesto (excellent and exactly what it sounds like) and The Vagina Bible, which should be required reading no matter your gender.