Estrogen, Memory and Menopause : 136 Questions and Answers on the Symptoms and Treatment of Hormone Related Memory and Mood Disorders [Paperback]

Gayatri Devi M.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2000 | ISBN-10: 0970468105 | ISBN-13: 978-0970468109

The following and many other questions are answered in this extensively researched, 240 page volume filled with real anecdotes from over one hundred women!

*** Is your memory loss normal or is it Alzheimer's?
*** What is the best plant based estrogen?
*** Does stress kill nerve cells?
*** Why do we get depressed at menopause?
*** Why do we get hot flashes?
*** Does gingko biloba work for memory loss?
*** How good is your memory?
*** Does estrogen loss cause anxiety and depression?
*** How does estrogen work on the brain?
*** What happens to memory during menopause?
*** What is the best progestogen to use?
*** Why has your sex drive changed?
*** How can you prevent Alzheimer's disease?
*** How common is breast cancer with estrogen use?
*** Why do we gain weight at menopause?
*** What happens to memory during pregnancy?
*** Why do women go through PMS?
*** Does estrogen help memory in men?
*** Does estrogen influence hair growth?
*** What are some natural mood enhancers?

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...this book is a good reference source on many different areas that affect a woman at this stage..." -- Janice Ginsberg, Social Worker

"Informative, accurate, scholarly, yet entertaining." -- Laurie Romanzi, MD; Asst. Prof. of Gynecology, Cornell University School of Medicine.

"Loved it! Learned a lot about memory! A book for any woman considering hormone replacement." -- Joanie Spitz, Occupational therapist

From the Publisher

This book is oriented towards women interested in understanding and maintaining healthy brain aging. It should serve as a valuable reference book.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Alphasigma (October 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970468105
• ISBN-13: 978-0970468109
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,750,354 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Oh, what a relief!, November 11, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Estrogen, Memory and Menopause : 136 Questions and Answers on the Symptoms and Treatment of Hormone Related Memory and Mood Disorders (Paperback)

After reading the book, I am overwhelmed with relief that I'm probably not losing my mind, and if I am, there may be some solutions. I am 40 years old, and for the past 2 years, I have been frustrated by my increasing inability to recall important events in my daily life. Anyone who knows me knows this is so out of character for me. Thanks to Dr. Devi, now I know I may not have to live like this. Not that I never heard of hormone replacement before, but Dr. Devi's clear explanations of the more natural, yam based hormones have definitely eased my anxieties about this type of treatment.

I recommend this book wholeheartedly to every woman with questions or concerns about hormone replacement therapy.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful and empowering., November 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Estrogen, Memory and Menopause : 136 Questions and Answers on the Symptoms and Treatment of Hormone Related Memory and Mood Disorders (Paperback)

After reading this book, I was finally able to have a proper talk with my gyne MD without feeling intimidated. I am 39 with cold sweats at nights for two years. My memory was a family joke. Words popped out of my mouth that I did not mean to say. My gyne kept saying there was nothing wrong with me, that my blood looked fine. Breast cancer scared me too. I found the chapters on different symptoms of peri-menopause, types of natural hormones, and brain exercises especially helpful. Thanks and I would recommend this book wholeheartedly.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, Concise, Understandable, Empathic, November 1, 2000

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This review is from: Estrogen, Memory and Menopause : 136 Questions and Answers on the Symptoms and Treatment of Hormone Related Memory and Mood Disorders (Paperback)

This book spoke to my concerns. Most of all, I was relieved to realize that I did not have Alzheimer's. The science was clear and convincing. I saw myself as "Ellen" whose story, among others, is a big part of this book. Her successful treatment has made me much more hopeful for myself. I now feel in control of myself and my health. I loved this book.