Menopause Confidential, Tara Allmen
Menopause Confidential, Tara Allmen
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Menopause Confidential
A Doctor Reveals the Secrets to Thriving Through Midlife

Author: Tara Allmen

Narrator: Tara Allmen

Unabridged: 6 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 09/20/2016

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

An authoritative guide to understanding and navigating the hormonal changes and health issues women experience in midlife and beyond, from one of the leading medical experts in the field.The physical changes that occur after women turn forty are unavoidable—and can be unnerving. Menopause affects every aspect of life—from sex and sleep to mood and mental clarity to weight and body temperature. While there are a number of resources available, many are confusing and contradictory. Now, Manhattan gynecologist Dr. Tara Allmen, an experienced, nationally board-certified menopause practitioner and the recipient of the 2015 Doctor’s Choice National Award for Obstetrics & Gynecology, shares her knowledge to help women be their happiest and healthiest, and turn this challenging time into an exciting one.Written in her effervescent yet assured voice, Menopause Confidential provides simple strategies and cutting-edge information on:hormonal changes and the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause;the health risks associated with midlife—from cutting through the conflicting opinions and advice about health screenings (Do I really need a colonoscopy? How often should I get a mammogram?) to common medical conditions, such as osteoporosis;various remedies, both allopathic and natural, to combat symptoms and empower women to make the best choices for their individual needs;practical tips and resources for mitigating the effects of menopause. Fifty-one-year-old Dr. Allmen knows firsthand what women are going through, and shares stories of her own personal travails and solutions. Women can’t turn back the clock, but they can take control of their health and flourish in midlife. Menopause Confidential encourages them to be informed, be proactive, and be their greatest selves.

About Tara Allmen

Tara Allmen, MD, is one of America’s leading experts in midlife women’s health. She is a board-certified gynecologist and NAMS-certified menopause practitioner (NCMP). Dr. Allmen has educated thousands of medical professionals around the country in perimenopausal and menopausal medicine. She has been featured on the Dr. Oz Show as well as Good Morning America, NBC, CBS, and FOX News. She lives in New York City with her handsome husband, two adorable children, and a small dog named Sadie.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Lisa on January 25, 2021

Great book! I highly recommend this read. I’m going to be 50 this year and feel there is a lot of confusion and taboo around menopause. Many of my mom friends are much younger than me. Some of my other friends don’t seem like they have a plan or even want to talk about menopause. I operate on inform......more

Goodreads review by Lenny on December 07, 2018

First, the positive stuff: Highly recommend this book, in paper, NOT audio form, for any woman going through perimenopause or menopause. I loved that Dr. Allmen, an Ob/Gyn has chosen to specialize in Menopause and that she wrote a book. The book is accessible, interesting, and covers everything abou......more

Goodreads review by Sarah on October 01, 2017

3.5 actually. Well written in simple language. Great information. Good list of websites to use. But....just about the time that you think that she’s more open minded than the average doctor, she says stuff like running is bad for your knees or hormone replacement therapy really is your best option. S......more

Goodreads review by Angela on May 22, 2019

Terrible. So much here you could get from simply reading Wikipedia--seriously. And a lot of information that is just straight-up WRONG: Page 68: "You are what you eat. If you eat more fat, you will get fatter.” I can’t believe a doctor is writing this in 2019. So many studies have debunked this 30 ye......more

Goodreads review by Kirsten on March 25, 2019

It's okay. Pretty basic. I knew most of this already. Also, the author pushes hormone replacement therapy as the answer for everything from night sweats to memory loss. From what I have read elsewhere, it is not the panacea she makes it out to be, and that worries me. An okay primer if you know abso......more