The New Rules of Women's Health - by Meghan Rabbitt (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A vital guide to the most pressing health concerns women face--including fertility, menstrual health, chronic pain, menopause, and beyond.

AN OPEN FIELD PUBLICATION FROM MARIA SHRIVER

The medical field has long ignored women's unique health needs, treating us as if our bodies were the same as men's--just smaller and with a few different parts. 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 comprehensive, evidence-based, and empowering resource you need to take charge of your wellbeing.

In this book, you'll find everything you need to know to make the best decisions for your health and longevity, including:

• Important differences in how various diseases develop in women--including why we're more susceptible to autoimmune disease and suffer disproportionately from heart disease and Alzheimer's--and the best tips for prevention
• What the latest science says about optimizing your health and diet before disease strikes, from how to get better quality sleep to the best workouts at every age
• The underrecognized signs of hormonal imbalance and what you can do to optimize your endocrine system
• How to tell if your period symptoms are "normal"--or when they're a sign of an underlying condition
• Science-backed strategies to improve your fertility and prepare your body for pregnancy if you decide to start a family
• What to expect during perimenopause--including the health conditions women are at increased risk for during this time and how to manage your symptoms so you can navigate this transition feeling stronger and more confident than ever
• How to find women-focused healthcare providers you trust

The time is now to take charge of your wellbeing. Consider The New Rules of Women's Health your resource for life.

About the Author

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.