Synopses & Reviews
A survival guide to healthy living- indispensable advice for women of all ages.
- James F. Balch, M.D.,
coauthor of Prescription for Natural Healing
Menopause brings a multitude of changes for women. It' s a time when you need to prepare your body for a hormonal roller coaster ride and protect yourself against various health risks- that means making positive, healthy lifestyle decisions.
In this book, leading nutritionist Leslie Beck explains how you can success-fully manage the myriad symptoms of menopause through nutrition and develop a long-term plan for optimal health. Whether you are peri- or post-menopausal, Beck can help you make smart changes to your diet, add the right vitamin and mineral supplements to your daily routine, and choose the most appropriate herbal remedies for your symptoms.
Based on cutting-edge research, this essential, easy-to-read guide explains how you can lose weight or prevent the weight gain that is often associated with aging or hormone replacement therapy. You' ll discover how to reduce your risk of breast cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease, and other serious health problems. Whether you' re taking hormones or not, you' ll see what steps to take to make the best decisions for your lifestyle.
Most important, you' ll learn how to stay healthy and feel better- naturally- during menopause.
Topics include:
- Anxiety
- Breast cancer
- Depression
- Forgetfulness
- Heart disease
- Heavy periods
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Hot flashes
- Insomnia
- Menstrual cycle changes
- Mood swings
- Night sweats
- Osteoporosis
- Perimenopause
- Sexual changes
- Weight gain
- Vaginal dryness
Synopsis
""A survival guide to healthy living- indispensable advice for women of all ages.""
-James F. Balch, M.D.,
coauthor of Prescription for Natural Healing
Menopause brings a multitude of changes for women. It's a time when you need to prepare your body for a hormonal roller coaster ride and protect yourself against various health risks-that means making positive, healthy lifestyle decisions.
In this book, leading nutritionist Leslie Beck explains how you can success-fully manage the myriad symptoms of menopause through nutrition and develop a long-term plan for optimal health. Whether you are peri- or post-menopausal, Beck can help you make smart changes to your diet, add the right vitamin and mineral supplements to your daily routine, and choose the most appropriate herbal remedies for your symptoms.
Based on cutting-edge research, this essential, easy-to-read guide explains how you can lose weight or prevent the weight gain that is often associated with aging or hormone replacement therapy. You'll discover how to reduce your risk of breast cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease, and other serious health problems. Whether you're taking hormones or not, you'll see what steps to take to make the best decisions for your lifestyle.
Most important, you'll learn how to stay healthy and feel better-naturally-during menopause.
Topics include:
- Anxiety
- Breast cancer
- Depression
- Forgetfulness
- Heart disease
- Heavy periods
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Hot flashes
- Insomnia
- Menstrual cycle changes
- Mood swings
- Night sweats
- Osteoporosis
- Perimenopause
- Sexual changes
- Weight gain
- Vaginal dryness
Synopsis
A natural, healthier way to deal with the symptoms of menopause
Women are increasingly looking for healthful ways to deal with the changes that menopause brings. In this timely book, one of Canada s leading nutritionists explains how to manage the many symptoms of menopause through nutrition. Based on cutting-edge research, this essential guide will help women ease the symptoms of perimenopause, including hot flashes, mood swings, insomnia, and sexual changes. They will also discover how to lose weight or prevent weight gain often associated with lifestyle habits, advancing age, or hormone replacement therapy, as well as reduce the risk of diseases such as breast cancer, osteoporosis, and heart disease.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-264) and index.
About the Author
LESLIE BECK, R.D., is one of Canada's leading nutritionists who has helped over 2,000 people achieve their nutrition and health goals. She is the author of The Ultimate Nutrition Guide for Women (Wiley). Beck appears as a nutrition expert on Canada AM, has hosted the Discovery Channel's Foodstuff program, and operates an integrative nutrition practice. Visit her Web site at www.lesliebeck.com.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
PART ONE. MANAGING YOUR SYMPTOMS.
Hot Flashes and Nigh Sweats.
Restless Nights and Insomnia.
Mood Swings.
Forgetfulness and Fuzzy Thinking.
Sexual Changes.
Menstrual Cycle Changes.
PART TWO. MANAGING YOUR WEIGHT.
Preventing Weight Gain.
PART THREE. PROTECTING YOUR LONG-TERM HEALTH.
Reducing Your Risk of Osteoporosis.
Reducing Your Risk of Heart Disease.
Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer.
Appendix 1. Leslie's Total Nutrition Plan for the Menopausal Years.
Appendix 2. What's a Serving?
Appendix 3. Soy Food Recipes.
Appendix 4. A Quick Reference Guide to Vitamins and Minerals.
Appendix 5. Resources.
Notes.
Index.