The Menopause Solution

The Menopause Solution – Stephanie S. Faubion

Menopause is a natural stage of life, but the changes it brings can be confusing and challenging. Hot flashes, sleep problems, mood changes, weight gain and other symptoms can affect daily life, and many women are unsure which treatments are safe and effective. In The Menopause Solution: A Doctor’s Guide to Relieving Hot Flashes, Enjoying Better Sex, Sleeping Well, Controlling Your Weight, and Being Happy!, Dr. Stephanie S. Faubion, a physician at Mayo Clinic specializing in women’s health, offers clear, reliable guidance.

Faubion explains what happens to the body during perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms occur and how they vary from woman to woman. She discusses a wide range of options for managing symptoms, including lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, stress management, hormone therapy, nonhormonal medications and complementary approaches, weighing their benefits and risks based on current research.

The book also addresses longer-term health concerns associated with menopause, such as heart health, bone health and changes in memory and mood, and covers topics such as sexual health and relationships. Faubion encourages women to work with their health care providers to find the approach that is right for them.

Written in a friendly, reassuring tone, the book helps readers separate facts from myths.

Informative and practical, The Menopause Solution is a valuable resource for women approaching or going through menopause. It is not a substitute for personal medical advice, and medical guidance may have evolved since publication.