Becoming Unbound

Becoming Unbound

A Woman’s Guide to Thriving Through Menopause and Hormonal ChangeBy Josephine Kenwright
Michael Caine
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Length4h 11m

About this audiobook

Becoming Unbound A Woman's Guide to Thriving Through Menopause and Hormonal Change Are you feeling like your body has become a stranger? Are you experiencing hot flashes, night sweats, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, mood swings, anxiety, poor sleep, or a loss of confidence—and wondering if this is simply something you have to endure? You are not alone. And you do not have to navigate menopause without knowledge, support, and practical solutions. Becoming Unbound is your compassionate, evidence-informed guide to understanding menopause, managing symptoms, and reclaiming your health with confidence. Whether you're entering perimenopause, experiencing menopause, or embracing postmenopause, this book provides the clarity, encouragement, and practical tools you need to thrive—not merely survive. Unlike many menopause books that focus only on medical facts, Becoming Unbound combines trusted health information with actionable strategies you can begin using today. Inside You'll Discover: ✓ What really happens during perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause ✓ Why hormones affect your sleep, mood, memory, metabolism, and overall wellbeing ✓ Proven strategies to manage hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, and brain fog ✓ Practical guidance for healthy weight management and preserving muscle after 40 ✓ Nutrition and exercise plans that support long-term health ✓ How to improve sleep and reduce stress using evidence-based techniques ✓ Honest conversations about intimacy, low libido, vaginal dryness, and pelvic floor health ✓ A balanced guide to hormone therapy (HRT/MHT), non-hormonal treatments, supplements, and herbal remedies ✓ Simple steps to protect your heart, bones, and brain for healthy aging ✓ A complete 30-day menopause wellness plan ✓ Habit trackers, symptom journals, meal-planning guides, strength-training routines, health checklists, and goal-setting worksheets This isn't another book filled with confusing medical language or unrealistic promises. It's a practical roadmap designed to help you make informed decisions, work confidently with your healthcare professional, and build healthy habits that last a lifetime. Whether you're just beginning to notice hormonal changes or looking for trusted answers after months or years of frustration, Becoming Unbound will help you replace fear with knowledge, uncertainty with confidence, and exhaustion with hope.

Audiobook details

GenreHealth and Wellness
Length4 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Dedication
2Introduction: Before We Begin
3Why This Book Exists
4What This Book Is Not
5How to Use This Book
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6A Note on Inclusive Language
7Chapter 1: Understanding Menopause
8Opening Story: “When My Body Started Changing”
9What Is Menopause?
10The Hormonal Cascade: What’s Actually Happening
11Understanding the Three Stages
12Common Signs and Symptoms
13A Simple Symptom Checklist
14A Closer Look: Six Symptoms Worth Understanding in More Depth
15A Closer Look: Migraines During Perimenopause
16A Closer Look: Skin, Hair, and Collagen
17A Closer Look: Oral Health
18A Closer Look: Eyes and Vision
19A Closer Look: Joint and Muscle Aches
20A Closer Look: Digestion and Bloating
21A Brief History: How Menopause Has Been Understood (and Misunderstood)
22Why Every Woman’s Experience Is Different
23When to See a Healthcare Professional
24What to Expect at the Doctor’s Office
25Myth vs. Fact
26Frequently Asked Questions
27A Quick Reference: Where to Find Help for Specific Symptoms
28Medications That Can Worsen Menopause Symptoms
29Menopause and the Immune System
30Chapter Summary
31Key Takeaways
32Reflection Questions
33Looking Ahead
34Chapter 2: The Metabolic Shift
35Opening Story: "Why Isn't My Body Responding Anymore?"
36Why Weight Changes During Menopause
37Muscle Loss and Metabolism
38Insulin Resistance and Midlife
39Cortisol, Stress and Belly Fat
40Nutrition Myths That Hold Women Back
41The Power of Protein and Strength Training
42Alcohol and Metabolism
43Intermittent Fasting: Does It Help?
44Fiber, Gut Health, and Hormones
45Sustainable Weight Management
46A Closer Look at Hydration
47Emotional Eating: Understanding the Why
48A Sample Day of Eating
49Common Setbacks and How to Handle Them
50Frequently Asked Questions

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