'The book my patients have been waiting for.' Dr Peta Wright, gynaecologist and women's health advocate The Hormone Repair Manual is a must-have guide to understanding and overcoming the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Naturopath Lara Briden, author of the international bestseller Period Repair Manual, has more than 20 years' experience in women's health. Her fresh approach aims to overturn the stigma of perimenopause and menopause and show women that: - many symptoms are temporary and manageable - emotional challenges can present an opportunity to thrive - a focus on health during this period can bring benefits for years to come. Addressing common symptoms such as hot flushes, insomnia, mood changes, migraines, weight gain, low libido and heavy periods, Lara offers practical solutions of diet, lifestyle, nutritional supplements and tips for how to speak to your doctor about hormone therapy. The Hormone Repair Manual is backed by evidence-based research and case studies and is a reassuring guide to soothing, nourishing and strengthening your body, mind and spirit during this time of change. PRAISE FOR HORMONE REPAIR MANUAL 'This lively, clear and supportive book provides positive and helpful information that many women need as they approach perimenopause and beyond.' Jerilynn C. Prior MD, author of Estrogen's Storm Season 'Essential reading for all women over 40, and their doctors!' Dr Natasha Andreadis, fertility specialist and host of the Fanny Mechanic podcast 'Evidence-based natural solutions for optimising women's health and wellbeing in their 40s, 50s and beyond' Dr Fatima Khan, Menopause Specialist

Author Biography

Lara Briden is a naturopath with more than twenty years' experience in women's health. She currently has consulting rooms in Christchurch, New Zealand, where she treats women with PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause and many other hormone- and period-related health problems. She is the author of Period Repair Manual. Hormone Repair Manual is Lara's second book. You can find Lara's Hormone Blog at www.larabriden.com, and follow her on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook: @LaraBriden.