What to Expect in Your Fifties : A Woman's Guide to Health, Vitality and Longevity [Paperback]

Judy Mandell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 8, 1998

From the inside out...the changes a woman faces, the empowering choices a woman can make.

Extra pounds...hot flashes...loss of sexual desire.  Are these inescapable changes as women age?

The inspiring answer for every woman who wants to feel good and look great in her fifties is no.  This comprehensive guide, conveniently organized in a question/answer format, offers straight answers and advice from America's top specialists in gynecology, oncology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and more.

From essential vitamin supplements to breakthrough drugs to the latest approaches in hormone replacement therapy, this authoritative one-volume resource provides vital information about a woman's changing body and mind, including:

The latest developments in hormone replacement therapy--what it means to your body and your lifestyle
The biggest threat to your skin...and an FDA-approved cream that can  really turn back the clock
The amazing discovery about homocysteine--the hidden risk factor in heart disease and stroke
The new "love drug," a treatment that can put the sizzle back in your sensuality
The truths women need to know about low-fat diets, fake fats, salt, and sugar
The emotional problem that is one of the leading culprits in memory loss

Plus the best prevention and treatment for cancer, high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and autoimmune disorders.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

"The fifties is a time of profound change for a woman," says Judy Mandell. There's menopause, of course, plus an array of other conditions and symptoms that we face as our bodies age. An important issue is the contradictory health-care advice we get from doctors, the media, and other sources. Should we take estrogen? How can we decrease the risk of breast cancer? What should we do about headaches, foot pain, weight gain, hearing loss? Mandell assembled a bevy of experts and asked them about their specialties and how women in their 50s can stay healthy. The result is a medical guide consisting of 37 interviews with physicians and scientists.

What to Expect in Your Fifties uses a question-and-answer interview format effectively. Reading this book is like getting a second and sometimes third opinion on whatever topic concerns you from people who are at the top of their fields. Every medical issue and body change that affects women over 50 is examined here: menopause, breast health, osteoporosis, gastrointestinal conditions, backaches, gum disease, headaches, memory loss, insomnia, heart disease, cosmetic surgery, and much more. It's a good read, and a great education about your health needs. --Joan Price

From Library Journal

As women enter their fifties, they undergo physical and emotional changes. Mandell, a freelance writer, offers a comprehensive look at the health issues that concern women in this age group. Her book is divided into six general sections: General Health, Body Systems, Brain/Mind Systems, Prevention, Maintenance, and Rejuvenation. Each section comprises six to eight chapters focused on specific subjects and arranged in a question-and-answer format, with specialists discussing the basics in clear, easily understood terms. Anyone seeking detailed information will not find it here, but this is an excellent overview of the health concerns of women in this age group. Recommended for larger consumer health collections.?Susan B. Hagloch, Tuscarawas Cty. P.L., New Philadelphia, OH
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Dell (September 8, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 044050810X
• ISBN-13: 978-0440508106
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,372,700 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Asks the follow-up questions and the questions behind those., February 5, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: What to Expect in Your Fifties : A Woman's Guide to Health, Vitality and Longevity (Paperback)

"What to Expect in Your Fifties" is a gem. Mandell has asked brilliant M.D.'s and Ph.D.'s in the major medical specialties the tough questions. Then she asks the follow-up questions and the questions behind those questions - the ones you have on your mind but somehow never get to ask the doctor. Judy Mandell asks the experts what to expect from our breasts, eyes, ears, feet, teeth, skin, digestive system, skin, hair, nails and memory. Then she asks for advice about weight control, menopause, strength training, estrogen, and stress. She has a superb section on preventive health strategies and maintenance, rejuvenation and reconstruction. This book is the one that you must get just for YOU.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Women need to know about this!, November 1, 1998

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This review is from: What to Expect in Your Fifties : A Woman's Guide to Health, Vitality and Longevity (Paperback)

Many women are concerned about there health as we approach our 50's. We all just want to forget that we are going into our 50's or growing older in general. Women need to know about this. We really don't have many books on this subject. Our body is aging, growing older with certain problems which need to be addressed and must know about. It is an important aspect Judy Mandell points out, which have concerned all of us are the memory loss and weight gain. I have noticed this more now so during my late 40's. In the beginning I could not understand why I was gaining weight and I looked over my diet, my exercise plan, and was completely disturbed me. Then I would make my usual list in my head and then just suddenly forget it. It is so frustrating! Now as the author points out there are several good supplements and exercises to halt the aging process and possibly recover our memories. I believe we should read this book while we are in the mid 40's to get the best results now!

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great resource!, September 25, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: What to Expect in Your Fifties : A Woman's Guide to Health, Vitality and Longevity (Paperback)

I just picked up this book and have read every page. At the same time educational and enlightening, Ms. Mandel really hits the spot -- I am a woman in my 50s and I felt like the book was written just for me!