The Menopause Handbook: The definitive guide - take control of your menopause (ePub)

Unlock the secrets to thriving during menopause and beyond with this game-changing resource that reveals the latest research, tips, and strategies to help you live a healthier, happier and longer life.

Few, if any, transitions in life are as profound and far-reaching as menopause. While it's a natural transition, it often feels confusing and out of control. Written with empathy and insight, this book is an essential resource for anyone wanting to take charge of their health and well-being during menopause.

In writing The Menopause Handbook, we have focused on three primary goals:

1. Giving you practical guidance on controlling menopausal symptoms quickly and effectively, with tips you can put into action today.
2. Providing trustworthy, in-depth information in straightforward language so you can talk knowledgeably with your doctor to get the care you need, because we know that's often a challenge.
3. Looking beyond menopause to provide you with the information and recommendations you need to live a long and healthy life, because menopause is a time of transition, and your body's needs are changing.

Menopause is a natural transition; some argue that it should not be medicalised or treated as a disease. This is true, but as in pregnancy, it is the healthcare system that most of us turn to for help. Many treatments are only available from a doctor, so learning about those options, and how to communicate effectively with your doctor, are vital to being heard and getting the best care. As doctors, we can help.

The Menopause Handbook is based on an extensive review of scientific research and is trustworthy, evidence-based and up-to-date. Where information is lacking, we will let you know. We go beyond the usual basic information you can find everywhere, and cover not just hot flashes and mood swings, but dive into all the lesser-known symptoms you might be experiencing but haven't linked to menopause.

To keep this a practical guide, we had to make room to fill every page with the knowledge and tips you need. So, you won't find lengthy biology lessons on the structure and function of hormones or a history of menopause, nor will you find celebrity revelations or personal horror stories. We have no supplements to sell you, and we haven't invented any new diets. We do have concise case histories to illustrate the challenges real women face, and we will tell you about a proven diet that can help control most menopausal symptoms and add up to 13 years to your life. We don't think you need fads; we believe you need facts. Facts like:

• Why menopause happens and why everyone's experience is different
• How menopause is diagnosed and whether you should see a specialist
• A detailed understanding of all the well-known and lesser-known symptoms, both physical and emotional, focusing on practical tips to get them under control
• A deep-dive into menopausal hormone replacement therapy, getting the facts and figures on the benefits and risks
• Understanding how doctors think, so you can make yourself heard and get the treatment you need
• How menopause differs if it comes early, or if you have had breast cancer or endometriosis
• A review of the most recommended complementary and alternative treatments
• How your contraception should change through menopause
• How to juggle menopause and work, and what to do if you're struggling
• How to maximise your long-term health and longevity

Don't let menopause take over your life - take control with the help of this comprehensive guide. Get ready to feel informed, prepared, and confident as you take charge of your menopause journey.

★★★ Take control of your menopause with The Menopause Handbook today ★★★