As both a female and one over 45 who is in the menopausal phase of her life, this book is incredibly helpful because it gives one an alternate view, very different from what AMA and FDA guidelines stipulate. We are in control of our bodies and can ultimately make our own decisions, but only with enough subjective information to go by. Many physicians may not be open to natural hormone replacement, but there are many who are. Women just need to read this book, among others, to become better educated about their choices regarding controlled substances being ingested into the body.