Endometriosis can have a profound impact on a woman's quality of life, and it affects the lives of 6 to 10 percent of women worldwide. This timely book will dispel the myths surrounding endometriosis and provide scientifically based recommendations that are easy to understand and follow. It offers recommendations on treating root causes rather than just symptoms - it's a comprehensive, integrative program for treating endometriosis and serves as a starting point for building an individualized program. The plan is deep in scope but easy to understand and follow. The plan is split into three accessible and straightforward sections: . Part 1 provides basic information about endometriosis, contributing factors in the development of endometriosis and standard, conventional treatment of endometriosis. It explains the medical side of endometriosis and how lifestyle factors may impact the disease -- it answers the "why" of this condition . Part 2 consists of an integrative lifestyle plan to manage symptoms and potentially slow or halt endometriosis disease progression. You'll learn how to strengthen your body and optimize your health through detoxification and stress reduction, effective exercise and helpful supplements and much more . Part 3 focuses on food and its impact on endometriosis. Andrew and Danielle have developed a scientifically based diet targeted to specifically address the many factors associated with the development of the disease. The diet will reduce inflammation, optimize gut health and function, balance and strengthen the immune system, improve energy and much more. It features 100 delicious and easy-to-prepare recipes. AUTHORS: Dr. Andrew S. Cook, MD, FACOG, is the founder and director of the Vital Health Institute. He is an internationally renowned endometriosis specialist, pelvic pain specialist and women's health expert, as well as a highly respected gynecologic surgeon and a leader in minimally invasive surgical techniques. He has devoted his life to helping women with complex health problems. Danielle Cook, MS, RD, CDE, is the Director of Integrative Medicine at the Vital Health Institute. Danielle has a Master's Degree in nutrition and food science and now specializes in functional preventative nutrition. She is working on her Doctor of Health Science (DHS) in integrative health care.