Abstract: Approaches are presented for supporting the needs of women in various nutritional risk situations such as menstruation, reproduction, menopause, and adverse personal habits (smoking, drinking, birth-control medication). An eating program that specifically addresses the unique nutritional needs of women is outlined. The program includes low-calorie, high-nutrient diets, and a high-nutrient vegetarian diet. Covering the total life cycle from birth to old age, explanations are given on why women are more vulnerable to nutritional diseases and deficiencies than men during certain periods of their lives, and what they can do about it. Nine sections cover the very young child, the adolescent, the young adult, pregnancy, nursing mothers, the reproductive and mature years, and diseases common to women. (wz).