Overview

Many women who are approaching, or are in the midst of, menopause are confused and frustrated with the information available to them on how best to manage this stage of their lives. Research shows that making changes to your lifestyle can definitely have positive benefits on your menopausal symptoms. Dr Debra Anderson and Vicky Graham have developed a simple lifestyle plan that includes six steps women can take not only to minimise menopausal symptoms, but also to maximise the quality of their lives into the future. Beginning with health and nutrition information and a clearly laid out exercise plan illustrated with black and white photographs, the authors also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the use of complementary therapies. An easy-to-use action plan is included and the guide finishes with practical journal pages that 'walk' you through the sections. Following The Menopause Made Simple Program can make a difference to your life. Read about your options and choose your own plan.

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Author:   Debra Anderson ,  Vicky Graham
Publisher:   Allen & Unwin
Imprint:   Allen & Unwin
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 23.00cm
Weight:   0.388kg
ISBN:  

9781865087672

ISBN 10:   186508767
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   01 May 2002
Recommended Age:   From
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Contents Step 1: Health information 1 Knowledge 2 Expectations 3 Bodily changes 4 Menopausal symptoms 5 General health Step 2: Eating for menopause 6 A healthy eating plan 7 Dietary considerations for menopause 8 Weight control Step 3: Exercising for menopause 9 The benefits of exercise 10 Choosing your exercise 11 Pelvic floor exercises 12 How to get started Step 4: Hormone replacement therapy 13 HRT: to use or not to use? 14 Short-term use vs long-term use 15 HRT: risks and benefits Step 5: Alternatives to HRT 16 Complementary therapies 17 Supplements Step 6: Putting it into practice 18 The Menopause Made Simple Program 19 The Menopause Made Simple Program journal Appendix: Long-term studies into HRT use Bibliography Index

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Dr Debra Anderson RN, GDNS(ed), MNG, PhD Debra is senior lecturer at Queensland University of Technology. She coordinates the graduate programs in Women's Health and is currently Chair of 'Women's Health Queensland Wide'. She has presented papers at numerous national and international seminars on topics associated with menopause. Vicky Graham B.H.M.S.(ed), B.Bus. Vicky has been working as an exercise physiologist in the health and fitness industry for the last fifteen years, specialising in women's health. As director of Health Resolutions health consultants she works primarily with menopausal women to design and implement lifestyle programs. These included specific exercise, diet and personal development strategies to help them achieve their goals.

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