Cultures around the world have used herbs to help a great deal with the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges associated with each stage of womanhood. Today we are reinvestigating the use of herbs as a method of natural self-care. This book is a helpful, instructive resource for girls and women interested in natural, herbal aids for the different stages of their lives. Crucial attention is given to each stage in the 'Cycle' -- as the female body grows and changes, so too do the recommended herbs and supplements. Ellen Kamhi has shaped her book according to the five stages of a woman's life, from menarche (first menstruation) to menopause.