The Change Before The Change: Everything you need to know to stay healthy in the decade before menopause
By (Author) Laura E. Corio
By (author) Linda G. Kahn
Little, Brown Book Group
Piatkus Books
13th October 2005
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
613.04244
Paperback
448
Width 153mm, Height 235mm, Spine 33mm
690g
The Change Before The Change outlines the symptoms of the perimenopause, the change that precedes the menopause by up to ten years, and often remains undiagnosed by doctors. Characterised by irregular periods, mood swings, irritability, stubborn extra pounds you can't shift, hot flushes and insomnia, this change may be causing millions of women in the prime of life to worry, simply because they do not understand what is happening to their bodies. Dr Laura Corio explains why this subtle hormonal shift occurs, how to get your symptoms under control and the impact of stress and diet. This accessible and sympathetic book: Offers advice on safe and natural hormonal treatment before menopause; Outlines effective available alternative therapies including herbs and soy and what supplements you should be taking; Explains how perimenopause affects fertility - and what to do if you want to get pregnant; Describes what to do now to protect your breasts, uterus, bones and heart in the years to come; Shows ways to combat cancer fears - and which tests you absolutely must have; Draws on numerous case studies of women undergoing this change
'A recommended read for women in their late thirties & forties'. Health & Fitness magazine.
Dr Laura E Corio is an obstetrician and gynaecologist who runs a thriving New York City practice; She attracts women from all over the country due to her blend of no-nonsense medical advice and extensive knowledge of alternative approaches; She has made numerous media appearances as an expert on women's health; She lives in New Jersey with her son and daughter