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The menopause manifesto : own your health with facts and feminism / Dr. Jen Gunter.

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: New York, NY : Citadel Press/Kensington Publishing Corp., [2021]Copyright date: ©2021Description: xiii, 370 pages : illustrations ; 23 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780806540665
  • 0806540664
Other title:
  • Menopause manifesto
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Contents:
Introduction: The manifesto -- part 1. Reclaiming the change : understanding your body as an act of feminism. A second coming of age : why menopause matters ; The history and language of menopause : from a critical age to the change ; The biology of menopause : the brain-ovary connection ; The evolutionary advantage of menopause : a sign of strength, not weakness ; The timing of menopause : understanding the clock ; When periods and ovulation stop before age forty : why it happens and the recommended medical care -- part 2. Understanding the change : what to expect when you're expecting menopause. Metamorphoses of menopause : changes in strength, size, and shape ; The heart of the matter : cardiovascular disease ; Is it hot in here or is it just me? : vasomotor symptoms and how to quench the fire ; Menstrual mayhem : abnormal bleeding and what to do about it ; Bone health : the basics of bone biology, osteoporosis, and preventing fractures ; This is your brain on menopause : brain fog, depression, and dementia ; The vagina and vulva : genitourinary syndrome of menopause and the therapies ; Bladder health : breaking the culture of silence ; Let's talk about sex : the complicated story of desire ; Will I ever feel rested again? : sleep disturbances and how to tackle them -- part 3. Therapy for the change : hormones, diets, and supplements. Menopausal hormone therapy : the messy history and where we are today ; The cinematic universe of hormones : what MHT is right for you? ; Phytoestrogens, food, and hormones : facts and fads ; Bioidenticals, naturals, and compounding : separating the medicine from the marketing ; Meno-diets : what makes a healthy menopause and beyond ; Menoceuticals : supplements and menopause ; Contraception and the menopause transition : pregnancy prevention and menstrual management -- part 4. Taking charge of the change. Welcome to my menoparty : how an OB/GYN tackles menopause ; Final thoughts : putting it all together -- Supplementary material. Supplementary tables ; Appendices.
Summary: The only thing predictable about menopause is its unpredictability. Factor in widespread misinformation, a lack of research, and the culture of shame around women's bodies, and it's no wonder women are unsure what to expect during the menopause transition and beyond. Menopause is not a disease--it's a planned change, like puberty. And just like puberty, we should be educated on what's to come years in advance, rather than the current practice of leaving people on their own with bothersome symptoms and too much conflicting information. Knowing what is happening, why, and what to do about it is both empowering and reassuring. Filled with practical, reassuring information, this essential guide will revolutionize how women experience menopause--including how their lives can be even better for it!
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An Instant New York Times , Washington Post , USA Today , San Francisco Chronicle , and Publishers Weekly Bestseller!

A Next Avenue Influencer in Aging 2021

#1 Canadian Bestseller

Just as she did in her groundbreaking bestseller The Vagina Bible , Dr. Jen Gunter, the internet's most fearless advocate for women's health, brings you empowerment through knowledge by countering stubborn myths and misunderstandings about menopause with hard facts, real science, fascinating historical perspective, and expert advice.

"I feel more equipped to care for my patients, challenge the patriarchy, and empower & educate thanks to her work and advocacy." --Dr. Danielle Jones (Mama Doctor Jones)

"An exhilarating read and a comprehensive review of all things menopause." --North American Menopause Society

"Gynecologist Gunter ( The Vagina Bible ) helps women navigate the ins and outs of menopause in this delightfully conversational and strongly feminist guide. Readers looking to separate menopausal fact from fiction should take note." -- Publishers Weekly

"Gunter mixes sound medical information with a bit of humor and a lot of candor...[this] frank and expert guide provides an informative and reassuring look at a long, often baffling and infuriating phase of life." -- Booklist

The only thing predictable about menopause is its unpredictability. Factor in widespread misinformation, a lack of research, and the culture of shame around women's bodies, and it's no wonder women are unsure what to expect during the menopause transition and beyond.

Menopause is not a disease--it's a planned change, like puberty. And just like puberty, we should be educated on what's to come years in advance, rather than the current practice of leaving people on their own with bothersome symptoms and too much conflicting information. Knowing what is happening, why, and what to do about it is both empowering and reassuring.

Frank and funny, Dr. Jen debunks misogynistic attitudes and challenges the over-mystification of menopause to reveal everything you really need to know about:

*Perimenopause * Hot flashes * Sleep disruption * Sex and libido * Depression and mood changes * Skin and hair issues * Outdated therapies * Breast health * Weight and muscle mass * Health maintenance screening * And much more!

Filled with practical, reassuring information, this essential guide will revolutionize how women experience menopause--including how their lives can be even better for it!

"Read this book immediately." -- New York Times bestseller Ayelet Waldman, author of A Really Good Day and Love & Treasure

"This is the new 'it' book for women who want to prepare for or understand what menopause is (and isn't)." --Dr. Jennifer Lincoln

The only thing predictable about menopause is its unpredictability. Factor in widespread misinformation, a lack of research, and the culture of shame around women's bodies, and it's no wonder women are unsure what to expect during the menopause transition and beyond. Menopause is not a disease--it's a planned change, like puberty. And just like puberty, we should be educated on what's to come years in advance, rather than the current practice of leaving people on their own with bothersome symptoms and too much conflicting information. Knowing what is happening, why, and what to do about it is both empowering and reassuring. Filled with practical, reassuring information, this essential guide will revolutionize how women experience menopause--including how their lives can be even better for it!

Includes bibliographical references (pages 344-354) and index.

Introduction: The manifesto -- part 1. Reclaiming the change : understanding your body as an act of feminism. A second coming of age : why menopause matters ; The history and language of menopause : from a critical age to the change ; The biology of menopause : the brain-ovary connection ; The evolutionary advantage of menopause : a sign of strength, not weakness ; The timing of menopause : understanding the clock ; When periods and ovulation stop before age forty : why it happens and the recommended medical care -- part 2. Understanding the change : what to expect when you're expecting menopause. Metamorphoses of menopause : changes in strength, size, and shape ; The heart of the matter : cardiovascular disease ; Is it hot in here or is it just me? : vasomotor symptoms and how to quench the fire ; Menstrual mayhem : abnormal bleeding and what to do about it ; Bone health : the basics of bone biology, osteoporosis, and preventing fractures ; This is your brain on menopause : brain fog, depression, and dementia ; The vagina and vulva : genitourinary syndrome of menopause and the therapies ; Bladder health : breaking the culture of silence ; Let's talk about sex : the complicated story of desire ; Will I ever feel rested again? : sleep disturbances and how to tackle them -- part 3. Therapy for the change : hormones, diets, and supplements. Menopausal hormone therapy : the messy history and where we are today ; The cinematic universe of hormones : what MHT is right for you? ; Phytoestrogens, food, and hormones : facts and fads ; Bioidenticals, naturals, and compounding : separating the medicine from the marketing ; Meno-diets : what makes a healthy menopause and beyond ; Menoceuticals : supplements and menopause ; Contraception and the menopause transition : pregnancy prevention and menstrual management -- part 4. Taking charge of the change. Welcome to my menoparty : how an OB/GYN tackles menopause ; Final thoughts : putting it all together -- Supplementary material. Supplementary tables ; Appendices.

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