First published 2003
This comprehensive health resource tackles the complete spectrum of wellness concerns facing black women in America. Created through collaboration with the National Black Women's Health Project, the guide covers physical health, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual care with unflinching honesty. Linda Villarosa, senior editor at Essence magazine, presents medical information alongside personal stories and practical advice. The book follows the model established by Our Bodies, Ourselves while addressing the specific challenges and health disparities that black women encounter. From reproductive health to mental wellness, from nutrition to spirituality, each topic receives thorough treatment through both scientific evidence and lived experience. The guide includes 175 photographs and illustrations that support the text and provide visual references for health practices and anatomical information.
Genres: african-american, self-help, non-fiction, health
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: informative, personal-stories
608 pages · Paperback · Ebury Pr