Hormone Repair Manual : Every woman's guide to healthy hormones after 40

'The book my patients have been waiting for.' Dr Peta Wright, gynaecologist and women's health advocateThe Hormone Repair Manual is a must-have guide to understanding and overcoming the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause.Naturopath Lara Briden, author of the international bestseller Period Repair Manual, has more than 20 years' experience in women's health. Her fresh approach aims to overturn the stigma of perimenopause and menopause and show women that:- many symptoms are temporary and manageable- emotional challenges can present an opportunity to thrive- a focus on health during this period can bring benefits for years to come.Addressing common symptoms such as hot flushes, insomnia, mood changes, migraines, weight gain, low libido and heavy periods, Lara offers practical solutions of diet, lifestyle, nutritional supplements and tips for how to speak to your doctor about hormone therapy. The Hormone Repair Manual is backed by evidence-based research and case studies and is a reassuring guide to soothing, nourishing and strengthening your body, mind and spirit during this time of change.PRAISE FOR HORMONE REPAIR MANUAL'This lively, clear and supportive book provides positive and helpful information that many women need as they approach perimenopause and beyond.' Jerilynn C. Prior MD, author of Estrogen's Storm Season'Essential reading for all women over 40, and their doctors!' Dr Natasha Andreadis, fertility specialist and host of the Fanny Mechanic podcast'Evidence-based natural solutions for optimising women's health and wellbeing in their 40s, 50s and beyond' Dr Fatima Khan, Menopause SpecialistISBN : 9781760985080 'The book my patients have been waiting for.' Dr Peta Wright, gynaecologist and women's health advocate The Hormone Repair Manual is a must-have guide to understanding and overcoming the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Naturopath Lara Briden, author of the international bestseller Period Repair Manual , has more than 20 years' experience in women's health. Her fresh approach aims to overturn the stigma of perimenopause and menopause and show women that: - many symptoms are temporary and manageable - emotional challenges can present an opportunity to thrive - a focus on health during this period can bring benefits for years to come. Addressing common symptoms such as hot flushes, insomnia, mood changes, migraines, weight gain, low libido and heavy periods, Lara offers practical solutions of diet, lifestyle, nutritional supplements and tips for how to speak to your doctor about hormone therapy. The Hormone Repair Manual is backed by evidence-based research and case studies and is a reassuring guide to soothing, nourishing and strengthening your body, mind and spirit during this time of change. PRAISE FOR HORMONE REPAIR MANUAL 'This lively, clear and supportive book provides positive and helpful information that many women need as they approach perimenopause and beyond.' Jerilynn C. Prior MD, author of Estrogen's Storm Season 'Essential reading for all women over 40, and their doctors!' Dr Natasha Andreadis, fertility specialist and host of the Fanny Mechanic podcast 'Evidence-based natural solutions for optimising women's health and wellbeing in their 40s, 50s and beyond' Dr Fatima Khan, Menopause Specialist Cover About Hormone Repair Manual Title page Contents Dedication Introduction Part One: Understanding perimenopause and menopause 1 Hormone revolution: why everything is different after second puberty 2 Stigma, freedom, grief and everything in between 3 Cycle while you can: the value of natural, ovulatory menstrual cycles 4 The hormonal and physiological changes of second puberty Part Two: Treatment 5 General maintenance for perimenopause and beyond 6 Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) 7 Rewiring the brain: help for hot flushes, sleep, migraines, memory and mood 8 Bodily issues: weight gain, thyroid disease, allergies, and aches and pains 9 Estrogen rollercoaster: crazy heavy periods and breast pain 10 What comes after Resources Suggested supplements brands Glossary References Index Newsletter About Lara Briden Also by Lara Briden Copyright page