The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause - The Sunday Times bestseller 2024

It's time to talk about the menopause openly, to dispel the myths and inform every woman of their choices for this important stage of life. Dr Louise Newson is one of the UK's leading medical experts on the menopause; the doctor "who kick started the menopause revolution". Having transformed the lives of hundreds and thousands of women and their families through her work, Dr Louise is determined to help even more women thrive, to debunk myths and break taboos, and to educate everyone - including men - about the menopause. Having worked as a GP as well as opening Newson Health menopause clinic, she has built a wealth of knowledge from first-hand experience of treating perimenopausal and menopausal women. In this definitive guide, Dr Newson lays out everything women need to know to understand and reclaim their power during this stage of life: what to expect, how best to manage symptoms, and what help is available. Drawing upon exclusive new research, hundreds of case studies and Dr Newson's personal experience, The Definitive Guide to the Perimenopause and Menopause shares the facts, the science plus a range of medical and lifestyle changes that could help you, including: - The key facts about hormones - The essential guide to HRT - Navigating an early menopause - Exercising and the menopause - Eating for a better menopause - Taking care of your mental health during the menopause - Real case studies from women - Expert views from specialists Julia Samuel, Joe Wicks, Dr Rupy Aujla and many more This essential guide will leave you with a clear understanding of what perimenopause and menopause is, how best to navigate your relationships and career and it will arm you with the knowledge and tools to help you thrive through this vital phase of life.