Not only is "The Book of Hormones" informative and easy to read, but it is funny and it helps lighten up the various stages women go through in life. Dr. Shweta Patel is also very sensitive to issues that women may be struggling with. Even if you are not in particular need of a book on this topic, I recommend reading it so that you can help others and have a good laugh.significant impact on our ROI.

It’s hard to read a book now a days in fact after the twilight series with Ed Pattinson I didn’t think I would find a book I can’t put down . But HERE IT IS the book is amazing easy to read for such complex issues. I can’t put it down. I respect the writer to have created something so good for us humans without any side effects or demands. It’s hard to find a functional common sense book . It has everything I need to understand and nothing I don’t need. And it’s so funny and easy to read. Thank you and look forward to others to come.

Dr. Patels approach to helping woman understand their bodies is refreshing! Finding information to guide woman through stages of our “older” selves is what I appreciated about this book! I’ve been using it as a text book! Highlighting parts that I feel she nailed it just for me! Looking forward to future books from Dr. Patel, full of helpful, entertaining and mostly, IMPORTANT information!

I have been family physician for more than 30 years. In fact, in many ways I could be the “dude bro who could have been your mom’s OB/GYN” who Dr. Patel mentions in her introduction to this thoughtful, well-researched and surprisingly comprehensive overview of the physiology, pathophysiology, and lifestyle choices impacting a woman’s health during key periods in her life from her first period until well after her last. I commend Dr. Patel for the time and intellectual energy she put into developing this guide, or playbook as she calls it. Her plainspoken, matter-of-fact style of writing makes even the most complex female endocrine cycles more easily understandable; and more importantly, in most cases, she provides multiple options to empower women to take better care of themselves, naturally or medicinally. And she gives the background knowledge for women to have more meaningful and productive conversations with their healthcare provider. From a literary perspective, I found her generational colloquialisms and abundant dad jokes a little distracting at times. However, in Dr. Patel’s defense, this playbook wasn’t written for readers like me - a male physician old enough to be her grandfather. Accordingly, I think her style of writing will play very well with women who are young enough to read it and incorporate some number of its many practical tips into their daily lives.

Dr Patel’s use of humor to facilitate a clear understanding of the subject matter demonstrates the wide breadth of her knowledge in this field while keeping her audience engaged and yearning for more. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone interested in this subject.

This book was very helpful and full of information. I have recommended it to my daughters. I will be getting the others in the series.

I enjoyed reading this latest book on hormones. Full disclosure: I am an OBGYN and currently a professor Emeritus at the Uniformed Services University medical school. I am the father of 3 hormonal daughters and after reading the book purchased an additional copy of the book for my oldest daughter and for the medical student clerkship director in OBGYN at USU. I would say that although I am not the target audience, I did like that Shweta simplified the explanation on the differences of each of the hormones discussed in the book and her analogies on the mechanisms of action of the hormones. I also commend her attention to the holistic approach to medical care. Most of us who went to medical school do not remember the Krebs cycle and it really was not useful information for clinical practice, (unless of course you became an endocrinologist). Understanding how hormones affect your everyday life however, is important to understand for both the patient and the physician. I believe the book would be useful for today’s medical students as it does help make hormones more relatable and understandable. The book is timely in its explanation of the latest GLP-1 drugs on the market or as Shweta describes them as the “skinny shot”. Also timely is the discussion on the WHI study from 2002 in chapter 7, an entire book could be written on the misinformation from the WHI study and the harm it created for a multitude of menopausal and perimenopausal women during that timeframe. If you get turned off by the medical jargon in the early chapters, chapter 15: “Emotional Wellbeing and Cognitive Function” is a good review for much of the earlier discussions and Chapter 18: “Feeling Testy” is also a good summary. Medical students would probably find Chapter 19: “Treatments & Protocols” helpful as a quick guide to use during their hospital rotations on their OBGYN services. Overall, I believe you will find the Book of Hormones an informative and easy read to understanding how hormones work and interact within your own body. Ernest G. Lockrow, DO COL(R), MC, US Army, Professor Emeritus, Department of Gynecologic Surgery & Obstetrics Uniformed Services University - "America's Medical School"

Reading The Book of Hormones by Dr. Shweta Patel felt like chatting with your bestie—if your bestie was an expert in women’s health! It’s smart, funny, and super informative. I was informed, entertained, and empowered all at once. Whether you’re navigating puberty or menopause, this book is a must-have. Grab a copy for yourself and every woman you care about! Dr. Patel nailed it!

Reading this book, it’s like having a casual coffee with a physician, who is also your best friend. A very informative, pertinent, easy to understand read. I love that it brings to light things that we may not always know or understand, and is presented in a way that will stick with us forever. Having this book, and the way it’s laid out, prepares women for what to expect as they go through life. If only all doctors visits were like this, we would all be more comfortable.

Dr. Shweta Patel’s The Book of Hormones is an absolute masterpiece! This book is the perfect blend of science, humor, and practicality, making complex hormonal health issues accessible and relatable to every woman. Dr. Patel writes with such wit and honesty, addressing everything from perimenopause to PCOS with an evidence-based yet empathetic approach. Her knack for breaking down intricate concepts like hormonal cycles and endocrine systems while keeping it conversational is unmatched. The metaphors (hello, pancake ovary!) and dad jokes had me laughing out loud while learning so much. I love how she doesn’t shy away from discussing taboo topics and makes it clear that women deserve to understand and take control of their health. What truly sets this book apart is the blend of holistic and medical advice, giving readers tools for self-care while ensuring respect for individual needs and choices. From practical tips to alternative therapies, it’s a guide I’ll keep returning to—and recommending to every woman I know. If you’ve ever felt lost in the maze of hormonal changes or dismissed by the healthcare system, this book is your empowering roadmap. Thank you, Dr. Patel, for creating a resource that feels like a friend, mentor, and expert all in one!

I never thought I would say that a book about my changing hormones could be fun, but this one IS! Dr Patel discusses all the stuff we need to know without feeling like some college biology course. It reads like you're chatting with a girlfriend who has the wisdom to help you through the weirdness of what our bodies are doing, but can laugh with you about it too. I highly recommend this book to women at every stage of life!