Best Menopause Books of 2025

The Galveston Diet is a patient-proven eating and lifestyle program designed to balance nutrition and sustain weight loss, tailored to women in midlife. Dr. Mary Claire Haver's unique plan for permanent weight loss and reduced menopausal symptoms focuses on three interconnected strategies: Fuel Refocus, Intermittent Fasting, and Anti-inflammatory Nutrition. The book includes more than 40 delicious recipes and six weeks of easy-to-follow meal plans. This book stands out by taking into account the physiological factors affecting women, making it a valuable resource for those struggling with weight loss and hormonal fluctuations.

Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond is an exceptional guide for active women approaching or experiencing menopause. Dr. Stacy Sims, a renowned exercise and nutrition scientist, provides science-backed advice on training, nutrition, sleep and recovery, and supplements. The book also includes sample exercise routines, meal plans, macronutrient planning charts, and case studies from real women Stacy has coached through the transition. It's the ultimate guide to navigating the Next Level. This book is a valuable resource for women who want to optimize their physical performance in their later years.

The Menopause Manifesto: Own Your Health with Facts and Feminism is a must-read book for women who want to navigate the menopause transition confidently. Dr. Jen Gunter, a renowned gynecologist, debunks myths and misconceptions surrounding menopause with real science, historical perspectives, and expert advice. She challenges the culture of shame around women's bodies and provides empowering knowledge to help women take control of their health. The book is a comprehensive and conversational guide that mixes humor and candor with sound medical information. It's a refreshing and feminist take on menopause that every woman should read.

The Menopause Reset by Dr. Mindy Pelz is a transformational plan that helps women struggling with menopausal symptoms such as sleepless nights, anxiety, and hot flashes. The author, a nutrition and functional medicine expert, has helped thousands of women reset their health during their turbulent menopausal years. The book provides proven strategies to fix hormone changes and memory loss, stop symptoms without medication, lose weight sustainably, slow down aging, and reconnect to a more youthful self. The Menopause Reset is an excellent guide for women seeking to regain their health and vitality during menopause.

Estrogen Matters is a compelling book that challenges the flawed science behind hormone replacement therapy's fall from prominence. The book's authors, Dr. Bluming and Dr. Tavris, investigate what led to the public and medical establishment's acceptance of the often exaggerated claims made by the Women's Health Initiative. They provide a fuller picture of the science that supports HRT and argue for its resurrection. The book is a sobering and revelatory read that sets the record straight on this beneficial treatment and provides an empowering path to wellness for women everywhere.

The Hormone Repair Manual is a comprehensive guide for women in their 40s and beyond, providing natural treatments for perimenopause symptoms such as weight gain, insomnia, and heavy periods. Authored by best-selling author and naturopathic doctor, Lara Briden, the book is backed by evidence-based research and real-world patient stories. It also includes protocols for reducing the risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, and dementia. The book is a must-read for women over 40 and their doctors, providing a science-backed approach to navigate the menopausal transition with practical tools and wisdom.

See ya later, Ovulator! by Esther Blum is a comprehensive guide to mastering menopause with nutrition, hormones, and self-advocacy. Blum, an Integrative Dietitian and Menopause Expert, provides practical tools to balance hormones, optimize gut health, and eliminate hot flashes, insomnia, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Packed with cutting-edge research, this informative and enlightening book is a huge resource for women struggling through perimenopause and menopause. Blum's funny, straight-talking, and science-backed approach makes it easy for readers to live their best lives. Overall, it's an empowering and strategic roadmap to move through menopause with confidence, agency, and direction.

This heart-healthy cookbook, "Anti-inflammatory Diet + Mediterranean Diet: How to mix up an Intermittent Fasting Plan: Delay Women's Aging by Living Healthy and Cooking...Cookbook 200 Recipes for Beginners 2023" is a must-read for anyone looking to boost their health, delay aging, and reduce inflammation. The book provides easy-to-follow explanations of the Mediterranean and Anti-inflammatory diets' principles and how to get the most out of them. The recipe collection is nutritious, delicious, and tailored to meet all your health requirements. This book is a great investment for anyone looking to master the art of healthy cooking and join the healthy eating movement.

The Wisdom of Menopause (4th Edition) by Christiane Northrup, M.D. is a #1 New York Times bestseller that offers a revolutionary perspective on midlife. Dr. Northrup explores menopause as a mind-body revolution that presents an opportunity for growth and personal empowerment. This fourth edition includes updated information on hormone testing and therapy, new insights on thyroid and Epstein Bar Syndrome, and effective fibroid treatments. The book inspires women to make choices that ensure vibrant health and well-being for the rest of their lives. This is a must-read for women approaching midlife or going through menopause.

This book is a comprehensive guide to intermittent fasting specifically for women over 50. The author explains how hormone changes affect metabolism and how traditional diets may not work anymore. Intermittent fasting is presented as a solution to lose weight, reset metabolism, and boost energy. The book includes 100 recipes and a 28-day meal plan. It covers the different types of intermittent fasting, their pros and cons, and how to find the right plan for the reader. The book also points out common mistakes to avoid. The author's personal experience and experimentation make this book a unique and helpful resource for women over 50 looking to improve their health and wellbeing.