An authoritative guide to understanding and navigating the hormonal changes and health issues women experience in midlife and beyond, from one of the leading medical experts in the field. The physical changes that occur after women turn forty are unavoidable—and can be unnerving. Menopause affects every aspect of life—from sex and sleep to mood and mental clarity to weight and body temperature. While there are a number of resources available, many are confusing and contradictory. Now, Manhattan gynecologist Dr. Tara Allmen, an experienced, nationally board-certified menopause practitioner and the recipient of the 2015 Doctor’s Choice National Award for Obstetrics & Gynecology, shares her knowledge to help women be their happiest and healthiest, and turn this challenging time into an exciting one. Written in her effervescent yet assured voice, Menopause Confidential provides simple strategies and cutting-edge information on: hormonal changes and the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause;the health risks associated with midlife—from cutting through the conflicting opinions and advice about health screenings (Do I really need a colonoscopy? How often should I get a mammogram?) to common medical conditions, such as osteoporosis;various remedies, both allopathic and natural, to combat symptoms and empower women to make the best choices for their individual needs;practical tips and resources for mitigating the effects of menopause. Fifty-one-year-old Dr. Allmen knows firsthand what women are going through, and shares stories of her own personal travails and solutions. Women can’t turn back the clock, but they can take control of their health and flourish in midlife. Menopause Confidential encourages them to be informed, be proactive, and be their greatest selves.

"FOR THE WOMAN WHO IS IN ON, OR ABOUT TO HIT MENOPAUSE" You need to arm your self quick, to handle and cope with this phase of your life. And this book will do just that! What you will learn This book has been organized into six parts, so you can head to the topic that interests you the most: Chapter I: Menopause Defined – This chapter will help you know what menopause is, and why women experience it at one point in their lives. It will also give you an overview on what happens in a woman’s body before, during, and after menopause. Chapter II: Coping with Early Menopause – Not every woman goes through menopause at the expected age range. There are certain factors that can cause a woman to experience early menopause, such as after a surgical procedure. Chapter III: Familiarizing Yourself with the Symptoms – There are many symptoms associated with menopause, but how do you know if it is really the cause of those hot flushes and headaches? Chapter IV: Sex Life and Menopause – Going through menopause does not mean you will no longer appreciate sex. Chapter V: Alternative Non-Hormone Therapies – Hormone therapy is a controversial treatment plan because of the possible negative effects on the woman’s body. If you are concerned about its effects, then you can consider the many alternative options available that do not require using hormones. Chapter VI: Menopausal Myths Busted – There are a lot of misconceptions about menopause that continue to brainwash a lot of people until today, and you should not be one of them. Get informed and check out these myth busters. After reading this book, you will learn that menopause is a natural process that involves different stages. It will also talk about the controversial and alternative approaches that can help protect you from the health risks associated with menopause. Always remember that you deserve to be happy, and be well-informed on what is happening in your body as you continue to enjoy life. Menopause is not a medical condition Nobody is going to die from menopause or any of its symptoms. However, women die every day from the effects of low estrogen levels. Your risks of certain health problems rise after menopause. It is true that estrogen has a role in a woman’s overall health, including protecting your organs, slowing down degeneration, and increasing your immunity. The transformation caused by menopause impacts your health in significant ways, and this book will help you understand the story behind each symptom and disease. DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY TODAY!

Believing that the menopause should not be taboo, and such facts of life should be talked about more openly, Usha Phadke draws on her own experience and presents reflections from six women and six men on what the menopause means in their lives.

Menopause and perimenopause are a serious subject - but I think humor helps! I have laughed at myself and my family have laughed with me and not at me when I have had certain symptoms! You can read my personal and very open account of what I have been going through and how I've seen humor in even the most serious symptoms. I hope if nothing else besides getting the information, it will make you smile. I believe in delivering information clearly and simply yet in a relatable way and not scary. Just like Mary Poppins sang, A spoon full of sugar (humor) helps the medicine (information about a dry subject) go down in the most delightful (easily digestible) way!! It is time we openly talk about the dreaded M. word or Menostart as I like to call it! Get a better understanding of your hormones and how they contribute to menopause and your overall health Talk to your spouse, children, and friends about your symptoms and go see your doctor. Learn what the physical symptoms you could experience and how to manage them. Discover if menopause can affect your Mental Health. Uncover the secrets of surviving as a couple through the menopausal years. Get clear information about taking control of your Diet and Fitness and follow my 12-week Menostart program which includes lots of information about key foods to eat and avoid and supplements you could try. You will have lots of options of Exercises from a simple 15-Minute walk to HIIT to everything in between! Learn about Hot Flashes, weight gain, exhaustion, poor sleep, vaginal dryness, and mood swings - follow the tips that have worked for me and others. Menopause isn't pleasant or sexy, and as a woman, you might spend one-third of your life going through it! This doesn't mean women should have to suffer in silence without support. Be candid and honest and let me guide you on your journey from surviving to thriving during Mentostart!

From the New York Times bestselling author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom The Secret Pleasures of Menopause Playbook picks up where The Secret Pleasures of Menopause left off. In this companion volume (which Dr. Christiane Northrup calls a “playbook” as opposed to a workbook), scores of midlife women share the nitty-gritty details about how they incorporate the fun, pleasurable,and health-enhancing ideas outlined in Secret Pleasures into their own lives. Their glowing, poignant, insightful, straight-from-the-heart stories beautifully illustrate the empowering truth that daring to expand joy and pleasure in your life (despite what our culture teaches us) is actually the key to creating vibrant health physically, emotionally, and spiritually—including enjoying the best sex of your life! But that’s just the beginning. This Playbook is designed as your personal guide to deliberately attracting and experiencing more health-giving, life-sustaining joy and pleasure into your own life. At the end of each chapter, Dr. Northrup provides space for you to choose options, record your own ideas, and then commit to creating your own personal heaven on earth.

The bestselling author of "The Wisdom of Menopause" returns with good news for millions of women: at menopause, life has just begun.

Dr. Christiane Northrup’s #1 New York Times bestseller The Wisdom of Menopause has inspired more than a million women with a dramatically new vision of midlife—and will continue to do so for generations to come. As Dr. Northrup has championed, the "change" is not simply a collection of physical symptoms to be "fixed," but a mind-body revolution that brings the greatest opportunity for growth since adolescence. The choices a woman makes now—from the quality of her relationships to the quality of her diet—have the power to secure vibrant health and well-being for the rest of her life. Now completely revised, this groundbreaking classic draws on the current research and medical advances in women’s health, and includes: • a new section on sex after 50—and how, if need be, you can rejuvenate your sex life; • updated mammogram guidelines—and how thermography improves breast health; • the latest on the glycemic index, optimal blood sugar levels, and ways to prevent diabetes; • dietary guidelines revealing that hidden sugar—not dietary fat—is the main culprit in heart disease, cancer, and obesity; • all you need to know about perimenopause and why it’s critical to your well-being; • a vital program for ensuring pelvic health during and after menopause; • strategies to combat osteoporosis and strengthen bones for life. With this trusted resource, Dr. Christiane Northrup shows that women can make menopause a time of personal empowerment—emerging wiser, healthier, and stronger in both mind and body than ever before.