The Wisdom of Menopause : Creating Physical and Emotional Health During the Change (Christiane Northrup, M.D.)

Category :  Health and Wellness

English

Format :  paperback

631 pages

ISBN :  0-553-38409-0

Publisher :  Bantam books 2006

Dimension :  235x155x35mm

Weight :  899g

Condition :  very good

Book Summary : 

Through her bestselling books, groundbreaking PBS specials, and up-to-the-minute clinical knowledge, Dr. Christiane Northrup has earned a place as one of Americas most trusted medical advisors.

In The Wisdom of Menopause, she once again challenges convention with this inspiring look at one of the most commonly misunderstood female health issues. The change is not simply a collection of physical symptoms to be fixed, Dr. Northrup claims, but a mind/body revolution that brings the greatest opportunity for growth since adolescence. The choices a woman makes nowfrom the quality of her relationships to the quality of her diethave the power to secure her health and well-being for the rest of her life. Through her personal story and many fascinating case histories, Dr. Northrup shows:

· How menopause jump-starts changes in the brain, issuing a dramatic wake-up call to body, mind, and emotions
· How to ensure the long-term health of breasts, bones, and heart
· How the body adjusts naturally to changing hormones
· Why bestselling drugs like Premarin may not be the best choice
· How to deal with metabolism shifts, weight gain, sexual problems, and appearance issues
· How to negotiate the challenges of the empty nest and midlife marriage

And much more.