Menopause For Dummies, 2nd Edition: Henry Louis Gates

Menopause For Dummies, 2nd Edition: Henry Louis Gates

by Marcia L. Jones (Author), Theresa Eichenwald (Author), Nancy W. Hall (Author)

Synopsis

Although menopause is a natural and inevitable stage in every woman's life, its physical, mental, and emotional manifestations can vary greatly from one person to the next. Add to this all of the conflicting expert information about the benefits, risks, and side effects to which women are exposed on a daily basis, and it's easy to see why most find it difficult to make informed choices about how to deal with their menopausal symptoms. Authored by a team of acknowledged experts in treating menopausal symptoms, Menopause For Dummies arms you with all the information you need to stay in control every step of the way. In plain English, it explains the role menopause plays in a variety of common health problems, such as osteoporosis, stroke, and heart disease. It walks you through proven measures for minimizing your risk of developing complications through including diet and exercise, stress management, hormone replacement, and other techniques. And it arms you with authoritative, up-to-the-minute coverage of: * Premenopause how to identify it and what it means * The stages of menopause * How menopause can affect your body, emotions, and libido * The latest facts about hormone replacement therapy * The pros and cons of various alternative treatments * The best ways of handling hot flashes * Easing symptoms with diet and exercise * Preventing bone loss * Helpful lifestyle changes With Menopause For Dummies in your corner you'll have a kinder, gentler change of life.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Edition: 2
Publisher: For Dummies
Published: 17 Nov 2006

ISBN 10: 0470053437
ISBN 13: 9780470053430

Author Bio
Marcia L. Jones was a freelance writer for more than 20 years. Theresa Eichenwald, M.D., is an internist with experience in caring for menopausal women. Nancy W. Hall has written extensively on health, pregnancy, and child development for over 18 years.