The new rules of women's health your guide to thriving at every age

"A vital guide to the most pressing health concerns women face-including fertility, menstrual health, chronic pain, menopause, and beyond. The medical field has long ignored women's unique health needs, assuming our bodies are the same as men's. But this couldn't be further from the truth. Based on...

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Main Author: Rabbitt, Meghan (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : The Open Field/Penguin Life, [2026]
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Summary:"A vital guide to the most pressing health concerns women face-including fertility, menstrual health, chronic pain, menopause, and beyond. The medical field has long ignored women's unique health needs, assuming our bodies are the same as men's. But this couldn't be further from the truth. Based on the latest solely women-centered research and insights from the world's top female health experts, The New Rules of Women's Health is the accurate, comprehensive, and empowering resource you need to take charge of your wellbeing. It covers everything you should know to make the best decisions for your health, including: How to tell if your period symptoms are 'normal'--or when they're a sign of an underlying condition; The underrecognized signs of hormonal imbalance and what you need to do to regulate; Science-backed strategies to preserve your fertility and prepare your body for pregnancy if decide to start a family; What to expect during perimenopause--including the health conditions women are at increased risk for after menopause--and how to manage your symptoms so you can navigate this transition feeling stronger and more confident than ever; The important differences in how various diseases develop in women--from why we're more susceptible to autoimmune disease and tend to feel pain more intensely, to why we suffer from heart disease and Alzheimer's in disproportionate rates--and the best tips for prevention; What the newest science says about optimizing your health and diet before disease strikes, from how to get better quality sleep to what workouts you should be doing at every age; How to find women-focused healthcare providers you trust. The time is now to take charge. The New Rules of Women's Health is your resource for life"--
Physical Description:xxviii, 675 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 617-642) and index.
ISBN:9780143137962
0143137964
Author Notes:Meghan Rabbitt is an award-winning journalist covering health, nutrition, and psychology. She's currently an editor at Maria Shriver's The Sunday Paper and has written for Prevention , Health , Women's Health, and more. She's previously worked at Parenting , Alternative Medicine , and Natural Health , and Yoga Journal magazines.