Menopause happens. It’s part of life. It’s something we can’t change. However, approaching this time in your life with a healthy attitude rather than a preconceived or societal view of what it means to you will leave you feeling healthier and happier in the long range. Menopause is not a disease; it is just another step in the lifecycle. In this book, we cover in full the Menopause Symptoms you will likely face but also how to control those symptoms and even how to feel great in the process. This is not impossible if you just follow a few simple ways of living your life during this embraced change. The food you eat during this process is a huge factor in how you will feel and how menopause will affect your body. One amazing aspect that I am providing inside is 25 Eating Tips you should highly consider for feeling great during menopause. These tips will be your ultimate “Go To” Resource for actively being responsible for feeling GREAT during the stages of menopause. Only you are in control...remember that!
Embark on a transformative journey through menopause with this empowering guide to well-being! Menopause often feels like an unpredictable maze filled with hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and mood swings. This stage, affecting over 75% of women, can feel like losing yourself amidst the physical and emotional upheaval. This book, however, offers more than just coping strategies. It's a beacon of science-based knowledge and compassionate advice, aimed at debunking myths and challenging misconceptions about aging. It's not just about surviving menopause but about thriving through it. Inside, you'll discover: The G.R.A.C.E. framework: a holistic approach to alleviate symptoms, rediscover passions, and reignite joy. Nutritional guidance tailored for menopausal health. Strategies for overcoming sleep issues and establishing a restful night routine. Exercise plans for strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health, designed for menopausal women. Tips for nurturing relationships during this transitional phase. Insights into treatment options, including hormonal treatments, with an emphasis on informed decision-making. Stress management techniques to stay calm and focused. Ways to embrace and celebrate your evolving beauty. This book reframes menopause as a bold, new, empowering chapter in your life. It's an invitation to rediscover yourself and reclaim vitality, offering a path to a more fulfilling and balanced life. Your journey to mastering menopause begins here - are you ready to turn the page?
Are you concerned about going through unknown aspects of menopause? Well, you are not alone. Every woman aged forty-five to fifty-five has felt the same way. Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. Menopause is a unique experience for each woman. I know what you are thinking. I won’t have a bad experience, and maybe not. While some have a smooth transition, others may experience more severe symptoms that interfere with daily life. Women must be informed, seek support, and work closely with healthcare providers to manage their menopausal journey.
Conquering pre-menopause is a journey of empowerment and self-discovery, as women navigate the intricate phase leading up to menopause. This transformative experience involves understanding the physical, emotional, and psychological changes that occur as hormonal shifts mark the transition. Armed with knowledge and a proactive mindset, women can approach pre-menopause as an opportunity to not only manage challenges but also thrive. At the heart of conquering pre-menopause lies education. Learning about hormonal changes, common symptoms, and available treatments empowers women to make informed decisions. By understanding the impact of fluctuating hormones on physical health, mood, and overall well-being, women gain the tools to embrace the transition with confidence. Open communication becomes a cornerstone of conquering pre-menopause. Sharing experiences with partners, friends, and healthcare providers fosters mutual understanding and emotional support. By engaging in meaningful conversations about symptoms, concerns, and treatment preferences, women create a network of guidance and empathy. Prioritizing self-care is paramount in this journey. Embracing physical activity, balanced nutrition, stress management, and relaxation techniques equips women with the resilience needed to face challenges head-on. Seeking professional guidance from healthcare providers ensures personalized strategies that align with individual needs and goals. Emotional changes are also acknowledged and embraced. Navigating mood swings and psychological shifts becomes manageable through mindfulness, emotional support, and coping strategies. Strengthening relationships and fostering emotional connection with partners nurtures intimacy and overall well-being. As women conquer pre-menopause, they set realistic goals that celebrate progress. Every step towards optimal health and well-being is a triumph that propels them forward. This journey is a reminder of the strength within, encouraging adaptability and a positive outlook in the face of change. Conquering pre-menopause is not merely about overcoming challenges-it's a preparation for the next chapter of life. By embracing the lessons learned during this phase, women approach menopause with a foundation of strength, knowledge, and empowerment. The journey of conquering pre-menopause is an affirmation of a woman's ability to navigate change with grace and resilience.
The first book to explain the biology of menopause in clear, everyday terms, Turning Point offers women an intelligent portrait of what happens to the body during menopause and reveals what they can do to make this time less distressing. It will allow them to question physicians with authority, understand their answers, and take a more active role in treatment.
For Ellen Dolgen, menopause education is a mission. Spurred by her own experience struggling with the symptoms of menopause, Dolgen has devoted the last ten years of her life to helping other women during this often difficult time. While she’s not a doctor or scientist, she’s “talked the talk” with countless menopause experts, so that she can “walk the menopause walk” with you and share the keys to this menopause kingdom. Together with her son, Jack, she created this new, comprehensive guide to all things menopause—the symptoms, the treatments, the long-range effects on a woman’s health. Dolgen shares the expertise of numerous specialists to replace confusion and embarrassment with medically sound solutions, presented in an entertaining and informative way. You’ll find detailed descriptions and treatments for the symptoms you or your loved one may experience, from hot flashes and mood swings to mental fogginess and loss of libido, and lots more in between. In addition to sharing the latest research and proven treatments, Dolgen offers guidance to finding a menopause specialist who’s right for you, and she provides a clear explanation of what tests to ask for. You’ll also learn about the latest studies on hormone replacement as well as alternative therapies and remedies. Finally, Dolgen shares the real-life experiences of women—and those who love them—as they traverse the crazy ups and downs of perimenopause and menopause. Her motto is: Suffering in silence is OUT! Reaching out is IN!
A kick-ass book on menopause. Do yourself a favor and pick up this gem. Dr. Jen Gunter, bestselling author of The Vagina Bible and The Menopause Manifesto Menopause and perimenopause are no laughing matter―but that doesn't stop Amanda Thebe from approaching her 50s with a sense of humor. In this hilarious and personal account, the fitness trainer shares how she lost weight, dealt with her depression, improved her sleep, and overhauled her diet to survive-and thrive―during menopause. Now you can, too! Includes a Bonus Strength Training Guide for Women Over 40 At a time when menopause has become an urgent topic of public discussion, with the likes of Michelle Obama revealing their struggles for the first time, personal trainer Amanda Thebe shares her journey with bold and big-hearted writing that will be familiar to readers of Glennon Doyle. Readers will come away from the book with: -A better understanding of your own hormones and how they factor in menopause and your overall health; Confidence to speak your truth about your menopause symptoms to your doctor, other health professionals, your family, and friends; -Zero bull-sh*t tips for nutrition, fitness, vagina health, sex, and more. Amanda Thebe was working as a personal trainer and fitness coach when, at age 43, she started experiencing debilitating exhaustion, dizziness, and depression. The busy mother of two boys was used to traveling the world and climbing mountains. Now, she struggled to climb out of bed. After several failed doctors appointments, Thebe saw her gynaecologist, who finally named the source of her struggles: perimenopause, the period of 5-10 years before menopause, when a woman's fluctuating estrogen levels put her at risk of depression, anxiety, headaches, and more ailments related to female hormone health. Empowered by information, Thebe began her journey back to her former self, overhauling her approach to diet, mental health, and exercise. In Menopocalypse, she explains how to deal with migraines, hot flashes, weight gain, exhaustion, poor sleep, vaginal dryness, and mood swings-offering tips that have worked for her and others. She shares information about hormone therapy. She even shares her own strength-training routine, complete with a suggested workout schedule, easy-to-follow instructions, and pictures of herself doing the exercises, so you can feel empowered, fit, and ready to tackle the day. Menopause isn't fun, sexy, or cool, and a woman might spend one-third of her life in it-but that doesn't mean women should suffer in silence without support. Let the outspoken and honest Amanda Thebe be your guide to surviving-and thriving-during menopocalypse.
An instant New York Times bestseller! The New York Times bestselling author of The XX Brain shows women how to navigate menopause successfully and come out the other side with an even better brain. Menopause and perimenopause are still a black box to most doctors, leaving patients exasperated as they grapple with symptoms ranging from hot flashes to insomnia to brain fog. As a leading neuroscientist and women’s brain health specialist, Dr. Mosconi unravels these mysteries by revealing how menopause doesn’t just impact the ovaries—it’s a hormonal show in which the brain takes center stage. The decline of the hormone estrogen during menopause influences everything from body temperature to mood to memory, potentially paving the way for cognitive decline later in life. To conquer these challenges successfully, Dr. Mosconi brings us the latest approaches—explaining the role of cutting-edge hormone replacement therapies like “designer estrogens,” hormonal contraception, and key lifestyle changes encompassing diet, exercise, self-care, and self-talk. Best of all, Dr. Mosconi dispels the myth that menopause signifies an end, demonstrating that it’s actually a transition. Contrary to popular belief, if we know how to take care of ourselves during menopause, we can emerge with a renewed, enhanced brain—ushering in a meaningful and vibrant new chapter of life.
