The Wisdom of Menopause: Creating Physical and Emotional Health and Healing During the Change

Menopause doesn't have to be a dreaded curse of aging during which women can only look forward to hot flashes and hormonal mood swings. Menopause often marks the beginning of a woman's most sexually passionate, creatively inspired, and professionally productive phase of life.

This may sound like wishful thinking, but Dr. Northrup backs up her good news with solid medical expertise. As an obstetrician and gynecologist, Christiane Northrup has specialized in using a mind-body approach to women's health for decades, which means she doesn't just write about hormones, but also examines how a woman's lifestyle, emotions, and beliefs are affected by menopause. With the right diet, attitude, and perhaps some supplements along the way, women can actually look forward to a resurgence of energy and a revolutionary opportunity for personal growth.

Author: Christiane Northrup, M.D. is cofounder of the Women to Women health care center in Maine. Paperback: 656 pages