The Doctors Book of Home Remedies for Managing Menopause

by Kittel, Mary S.; Prevention Magazine Health Books

• ISBN13: 9781579542344
• ISBN10: 1579542344
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-06-01
• Publisher: Rodale Pr

Summary

Don't let menopause become a midlife menace! In this information-packed volume, you'll find more than 100 doctor-approved suggestions to stop menopausal symptoms in their tracks. Not sure if hormone-replacement therapy is right for you? A succinct discussion of the pros and cons will help you make a sound decision based on your own needs and situation.

Table of Contents

Making a Smooth Change	1	(8)
Here's what you need to consider when planning a transition out of your reproductive years to facilitate maximum health and minimum stress. Discover that, by creating a personal strategy, what awaits you is quite possibly the most liberating and fulfilling time of life. Experts overview crucial self-care considerations, from the pros and cons of hormone-replacement therapy to the importance of attitude, disease prevention, and exercise
Eating for Your Future	9	(32)
Did you know that snacking on oranges can lower your cholesterol but that dipping into salsa can summon those evil hot flashes? Try delightful recipes and nutrition tips that can help you not only control symptoms but also lower risks for cancer, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and other diseases associated with aging
Helping Yourself Through Physical Changes	41	(28)
As your hormones adjust, a few physical symptoms are to be expected. For some women, it's hot flashes, and for others, it's fatigue or heavy menstrual bleeding. Our experts will prepare you with powerful solutions that gently nurture and restore your body--from insomnia-curing herbal formulas to night-sweat-stopping breathing techniques. Also, look for cut-to-the-chase tips on fighting flab
Managing Your Many Moods	69	(30)
For the majority of women, menopause is a passage of life worth celebrating. But if you are experiencing grief or anxiety, experts will offer specific pointers on transforming emotional turbulence into peace and self-discovery. Here are steps to becoming the most courageous, creative, and energetic woman you ever wanted to be
Savoring Sex	99	(22)
Sex therapists and other authorities reveal how to achieve the kind of intimacy that was worth waiting 50 years for. By giving your reproductive system some extra care, you won't have to experience age-related sexual issues like flagging libido, painful intercourse, or increased infections. Experts candidly discuss everything from body image to new adventures in bed
Alternative Options	121	(8)
Alternative medicine draws on techniques from around the world to ease your transition. This directory guides you to the healers who harness ancient and cutting edge cures for women's concerns--including acupuncturists, naturopathic doctors, massage therapists, and more
Index	129