Discover Your Menopause Type

Since all women experience menopause differently, shouldn't there be more than one treatment? For decades, it was estrogen that was supposedly the ultimate cure-all for "the change." Recently, progesterone has been touted as the most effective menopause treatment. Dr. Joseph Collins reveals there is no magic hormone or combination of hormones that can be indiscriminately prescribed to all women. In fact, he has identified 12 different types of menopause, each requiring a treatment that is as unique as the women experiencing it. In "What's Your Menopause Type? you'll discover Dr. Collin's revolutionary program designed to help you take charge of this life stage. Using a revealing questionnaire, he shows you how to determine your own menopause type and then prescribes the best nutritional, herbal, glandular, or hormonal treatment for your unique symptoms. He also provides everything you need to know to better understand this stage of life such as: - Which natural and conventional treatments are best for you--and which to avoid - How to weigh the risks and benefits of hormone-replacement therapy - A complete description of hormones and their effects on your body - Advice on how to order hormone tests - Suggestions for choosing a "hormone educated" doctor - And much, much more! With the help of Dr. Collins and this empowering book, you can take charge of menopause and get on with your life! "At last, a well-referenced resource for pharmacists, other health-care professionals, and women on the advantages of natural vs. synthetic hormone-replacement therapy. An invaluable resource for those interested in customized natural hormone-replacement therapy. This bookis the ammunition that many need to prove the value of "natural hormone replacement." --Dana Reed-Kane, Pharm.D., F.A.C.A, F.I.A.C.P. "Provides much-needed information that will allow millions of women to work with their doctors to effectively solve the problems associated with menopause." --Richard C. Heitsch, M.D. "A valuable tool for anyone researching menopause." --James E. Paoletti, R.Ph. "Finally, a book that teaches the importance of balance and actually shows everyone what many women have suspected all along: There is more than one type of menopause." --Luana Stone, menopause patient

Take Charge of Your Menopause! This groundbreaking book—the first to reveal 12 distinct menopause types and how best to treat each—gives you the information you need to take charge of this challenging and sensitive life stage. Inside, Dr. Joseph Collins demolishes the "one size fits all" philosophy of menopause treatment, revealing that there is no magic hormone or combination of hormones that can be in descriminately prescribed to all women. Inside, you'll discover: ·Natural & Coventional treatments that are best for you ·Necessary nutrients for a healthy menopause ·How to weigh the risks and benefits of Hormone-replacement therapy ·And much, much more "At last, a well-referenced resource on the advantages of natural versus synthetic hormone-replacement therapy." —Dana Reed-Kane, Pharm.D., F.A.C.A., F.I.A.C.P. "Finally, a book that teaches the importance of balance and actually shows everyone what many women have suspected all along: There is more than one type of menopause." —Luana Stone, menopause patient

Given that millions of women have entered menopause each year since the dawn of time, it’s crazy that menopause still feels like uncharted territory for the women who are going through it. Dr. Heather Hirsch is committed to changing that. Unlocking Your Menopause Type helps women cut through the informational noise and learn how to manage their symptoms most effectively by identifying their personal Menopause Type(s). This is not a one-size fits all solution. Unlocking Your Menopause Type features a helpful quiz to identify women's individual Menopause Type(s) such as: –Premature –Sudden –Full-Throttle –Mind-Altering –Seemingly Never-ending –Silent Each type gets a full prescription for exercises, diet and strategies to regain mental focus and make menopause a regulation part of maturity rather than a rollercoaster ride of unexpected symptoms and discomfort. The book also includes: –The last word on whether to replace declining hormones (the answer is custom-built) –What to do if you’re a combination of types –How to get on top of (as it were) changes in your sex life –Crowd-sourced tips and tricks from Dr. Hirsch’s friend group and patients Dr. Hirsch addresses the physical and emotional challenges of menopause and provides solutions from her years of practice. With knowledge, priorities, and a plan, you can feel great through midlife and beyond.

Given that millions of women have entered menopause each year since the dawn of time, it's bizarre that it still feels like uncharted territory for the women who are going through it. Dr. Heather Hirsch is committed to changing that. Unlock Your Menopause Type helps women cut through the informational noise and learn how to manage their symptoms most effectively by identifying their personal Menopause Type(s). This is not a one-size fits all solution. Unlock Your Menopause Type features a helpful quiz to identify women's individual Menopause Type(s) such as: -Premature -Sudden -Full-Throttle -Mind-Altering -Seemingly Never-ending -Silent Each type gets a full prescription for exercises, diet and strategies to regain mental focus and make menopause a routine part of maturity rather than a rollercoaster ride of unexpected symptoms and discomfort. The book also includes: -The last word on whether to replace declining hormones -What to do if you're a combination of types -How to get on top of (as it were) changes in your sex life -Crowd-sourced tips and tricks from Dr Hirsch's friend group and patients Dr Hirsch addresses the physical and emotional challenges of menopause and provides solutions from her years of practice. With knowledge, priorities and a plan, you can feel great through midlife and beyond.

For women seeking an alternative to HRT, this book offers individualized natural treatment options for the symptoms of menopause. All too often, doctors who practice traditional medicine are quick to prescribe HRT as the only way to treat menopause, when, in fact, as recent studies have shown, it is often ineffective and unnecessary. Naturopathic doctors Angela and Mark Stengler show women how to determine their "menotype" based on their own unique combination of physical and emotional symptoms, heredity, diet, and lifestyle. This book grants women the critical information they need not only to safely and naturally treat their menopausal symptoms, but also to help them avoid other age-related disorders such as osteoporosis.

Arguing that giving estrogen replacement therapy to women after menopause is medically the wrong thing to do, Lee suggests that natural progesterone can prevent most of the unpleasant side effects of menopause, including osteoporosis and weight gain.

The Complete Guide for Women Deeply optimistic, reassuring, and essential, the book the North American Menopause Society called “required reading” is now revised and updated, with over 20 percent new material that incorporates the latest medical findings, cutting-edge research, and best-practices advice. Expertly separating fact from fiction in the latest “breakthrough” medical studies, it shows you what to pay attention to, and what you can ignore. Learn about the role of hormones and the latest advances in hormone therapy. The truth about hot flashes and how to deal with getting one at work. The impact of menopause on sexuality and how to manage an up-and-down libido. There are chapters on heart health (how to protect it), moods (how to ride them out), and exercise (how to stretch without strain). And finally, why this period of life can be a natural springboard to staying healthy, feeling great, and looking beautiful for the next act of your life. Your Questions, Your Answers: Is it possible that I could get another period after more than a year without one? Losing weight at midlife feels like an uphill battle—what’s the healthiest approach? How do I perform a breast self-exam? Is hormone therapy necessary—and if so, which one is right for me? How effective are Kegel exercises, and how do I do them? I’m starting to get adult acne—is this normal?

Your go-to guide to understanding the changes and challenges of menopause Together with a team of experts, this comprehensive handbook will equip you with mindful practices and treatments to help alleviate menopause symptoms in a mindful, positive way, either alongside or without prescription medication. Coping with menopause can be tough, draining, and sometimes utterly debilitating for women. For years it has been seen as an illness that needed to be cured. Natural Menopause takes a different approach. Throughout the pages of this calm, authoritative, beautiful reference book, you’ll find that menopause is a normal, natural process that does not need to be over-medicalized. Your journey is unique. This insightful book about menopause will help you find the right combination of resources that work for you. It includes: • Specialist expert writers for each section of the book - HRT, Natural Remedies, Exercise, Nutrition, and Mental Wellness • Practical strategies on how to manage menopause naturally and make it a more positive, empowering experience • A Symptom Finder in the introductory pages to help direct you to the correct section in the book Explore an extensive collection of natural remedies and complements to hormone replacement therapy. Adopt yoga poses to reduce stress and help you sleep. Use essential oils to manage mood swings and soothe headaches. Discover detoxifying foods that aid weight management and regulate hormones. Find the best exercises to boost your mood and energy levels. Finally, use CBT and mindfulness to relieve anxiety and calm hot flashes. Embrace the Change Filled with a wealth of invaluable information, this book will help you stay physically, mentally, and spiritually well throughout your menopause journey. It’s perfect for women over 40 who are already invested in natural wellness and want to apply the same principles to their menopause.