The xx brain : the groundbreaking approach for women to prevent dementia and Alzheimer's disease and improve brain health
Mosconi, Lisa2020
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"Women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, and women are far more likely than men to suffer from anxiety, depression, migraines, brain injuries and strokes. The XX Brain reveals groundbreaking research showing that women's brains age distinctly from men's, due mostly to the decline of a key brain-protective hormone: estrogen. Until now, medical research has focused on 'bikini medicine', assuming that women are essentially men with breasts and tubes. The XX Brain reveals how the two powerful X chromosomes that distinguish women from men impact women's brains first and foremost. Taking on all aspects of women's health, including brain fog, memory lapses, depression, stress, insomnia, hormonal imbalances, and the increased risk of dementia, Dr. Mosconi introduces cutting-edge, evidence-based approaches to protect the female brain, including diet and lifestyle strategies proven to work for women. She also examines the controversies about soy and hormonal replacement therapy, the perils of environmental toxins, and gut health. Luckily, it is never too late to take care of yourself. The XX Brain gives women the first plan to address the unique risks and strengths of the female brain for optimal, lifelong brain health." --Publisher website.
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Imprint:
Crows Nest, NSW : Allen & Unwin, 2020.
Collation:
xxviii, 340 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes recipes.Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Introduction: reclaiming women's health -- Part 1. Take in: the research behind the practice. The inner workings of the female brain -- Dispelling myths around women's brain health -- Unique risks to women's brain health -- The brain's journey from pregnancy to menopause -- Part 2. Take action: get tested. The age of precision medicine -- Medical history and labratory tests -- Fill out the questionnaires -- Part 3. Take charge: optimize your brain health, minimise your risks. Hormones, antidepressants, and other meds: do you need them? -- Food matters for your gray matter -- Eight steps to a well-nourished brain -- Supplements for women's brains -- Women and exercise: could less be more? -- Be mindful: de-stress, sleep, and balance -- More ways to protect your brain.
ISBN:
9781760875497
Dewey class:
616.8310082
Language:
English
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Subject:
Brain -- PhysiologyBrain -- Diseases -- Nutritional aspectsBrain -- Diseases -- PreventionBrain -- Sex differencesWomen -- PsychologyWomen -- Mental healthDementia -- Psychological aspectsAlzheimer's disease -- Psychological aspectsAlzheimer's disease -- PreventionDementia -- PreventionWomen -- Health and hygiene
BRN:
367026
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumaris Library | Adult Non Fiction - Health and Wellbeing | 616.8310082 MOS | Available |
| Brighton Library | Adult Non Fiction - Health and Wellbeing | 616.8310082 MOS | Available |