Hormone Havoc: A Science-Backed Protocol for Perimenopause and Menopause: Sleep Better. Think Better. Feel Better.
Dr Amy Shah, a double board-certified physician, author, and popular health influencer, brings her clinical expertise to bear on one of the most misunderstood phases of a woman's life. Her focus: using targeted nutrition to help women feel genuinely well during perimenopause and menopause, rather than simply white-knuckling through it. Hot flushes, brain fog, mood swings, disrupted sleep, anxious thoughts, unexpected weight gain. Sound familiar? These experiences are common, but Shah makes a convincing case that they are manageable. This isn't resigned acceptance of suffering. It's a practical, science-informed approach to feeling better from the inside out. The book pays particular attention to perimenopause, the hormonal transition that can begin as early as the late thirties, and its knock-on effects on gut health, immunity, and metabolism. Shah's protocol centres on rebuilding from within, prioritising protein, fibre, probiotics, and key vitamins and minerals to restore balance and strengthen the gut-brain connection. The thinking is that doing so can reduce unpleasant symptoms and lower the long-term risk of conditions like heart disease, depression, and osteoporosis. Her signature framework is refreshingly simple: 30 grams of protein at your first meal to keep cravings at bay, 30 grams of fibre daily to support a diverse gut, and three probiotic-rich foods to nurture your microbiome. Paired with circadian fasting principles, lifestyle guidance, and 20 practical recipes, it's a coherent, well-structured plan. Hormone Havoc doesn't just promise relief. It offers a genuine route to feeling better than you did before.
- Author: Dr Amy Shah
- Publisher: Piatkus Books
- Genre: Cooking & Culinary Arts
- ISBN: 978-0349447438
- Pages: 304 pages