Menopause is not the end of vitality—it is a significant endocrine transition that marks a new physiological phase of life.
In Menopause and Health Guide, clinical nutrition expert Dr. Anumiita Pathakk presents an evidence-based exploration of menopause as a complex neuroendocrine and metabolic transition rather than merely the cessation of menstruation. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in therapeutic nutrition and lifestyle medicine, she translates current scientific understanding into practical, clinically relevant strategies for women navigating hormonal change.
The book examines the pathophysiology of perimenopause and menopause, particularly the progressive decline of oestrogen and progesterone and its systemic impact. It addresses vasomotor symptoms, altered fat distribution, sarcopenia, reduced bone mineral density, insulin resistance, dyslipidaemia, sleep dysregulation, mood variability, thyroid interplay, and gut microbiome alterations.
Rather than offering symptomatic advice alone, Dr. Pathakk explains the underlying mechanisms driving these changes—and outlines structured, nutrition-cantered interventions to modulate risk and improve long-term health outcomes.
Inside the book, readers will find:
• Therapeutic nutrition protocols to support hormonal equilibrium
• Evidence-based micronutrient strategies for bone mineralization, cardiovascular protection, and cognitive health
• Metabolic management approaches targeting insulin sensitivity and central adiposity
• Lifestyle prescriptions integrating exercise physiology, sleep science, and stress modulation
• A critical appraisal of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), phytoestrogens, supplements, and emerging weight-loss trends
Grounded in Indian dietary frameworks yet aligned with global clinical research, this guide positions menopause within the broader context of preventive cardiometabolic and musculoskeletal health.
Authoritative yet accessible, Menopause and Health Guide serves as a structured reference for women, clinicians, and health professionals seeking a science-driven, integrative approach to midlife health.
Menopause is not a pause—it is a biologically transformative stage that, when managed strategically, can redefine longevity, resilience, and metabolic strength.