The New Menopause

Why I'd hand it to you

Mary Claire Haver, an OB-GYN, argues that women in midlife have been underserved for too long and often aren't told how many symptoms connect back to menopause. She walks through those symptoms and the options she sees, from nutrition, exercise and sleep to supplements and hormone therapy, which she supports strongly. The book helps women ask better questions and advocate for themselves. Expect a strong emphasis on hormone therapy, so readers who lean toward a purely natural approach may find it more clinical than they want. The symptom chapters work best as a reference, read as needed. Use it as a starting point and do your own research.

— Matt Jordan