Turning Point: The Myths And Realities Of Menopause

The thirteen million women now between the ages of fortyfive and fiftyfour have focused attention on menopause as a major health issue and greatly increased the demand for information on this once taboo topic. In Turning Point, biologist and author, Sue Furman puts menopause into perspective as one of many hormonedriven events in the continuum of a women's physical and emotional growth.Furman takes a close look at the powerful influence hormones have on a woman's life, from bone growth and memory functions, to sometimes even swaying a woman's choice of Mr. Right. She then looks at the myriad symptoms that may arise around the time of menopause, including hot flashes, mood swings, migraine headaches, and palpitations, and explains exactly what is happening when these symptoms occur and how to alleviate or cope with them. Finally, Furman discusses the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and how simple lifestyle choices like goodnutrition and moderate exercise can have a significant impact on the menopause transition.Debunking the many myths and fears surrounding menopause by providing women with easytograsp, reliable information, Turning Point helps women retain the peace of mindand sense of humorthat can make menopause a healthy experience and allow women to move confidently into the second half of life.