The Perimenopause Solution

You are not going mad - it's your hormones! The perimenopause (the time leading up to the menopause) is often misunderstood. For some women, it lasts a few months; for others it consumes the best part of a decade. This transitional period can be a time of emotional turmoil, shifting priorities and physical changes: from hot flushes, insomnia, low mood and anxiety, to itchy skin, thinning hair, weight gain and loss of libido . . . to name just a few! Millions of women in their thirties and forties go through this without even realising they are perimenopausal. It's time they take back control. In The Perimenopause Solution, Dr Shahzadi Harper, a medical doctor specialising in women's health and Emma Bardwell, a registered nutritionist, provide a blueprint to help women find a new balance in this important phase of their lives, so they can be prepared, not scared. Akin to getting two expert consultations in one, this holistic and accessible guide combines practical, no-nonsense information on the physical and mental changes to expect, with powerful advice on managing symptoms and nutrition, as what you eat during the perimenopause can dramatically affect your experience of it. Expert-led and forward-thinking in its approach, The Perimenopause Solution will not just help you survive the journey towards the menopause - it will let you thrive.

Shahzadi Harper (Author) Dr Shahzadi Harper is a GP and has now dedicated herself to women's hormonal well-being at The Harper Clinic in London. Dr Harper believes in managing the symptoms of the perimenopause from an early stage and is committed to optimising women's health and empowering them to make informed choices. Emma Bardwell (Author) Emma Bardwell is a registered nutritionist and bestselling author. She is known for her clear, practical and evidence-based approach to nutrition, helping people cut through diet noise to focus on what genuinely supports long-term health. Emma is a regular media contributor and speaker, frequently featured in national newspapers, magazines and podcasts, and works closely with healthcare professionals and brands to promote accurate, science-led nutrition advice. While Emma has a special interest in women's health and ageing well, her work is grounded in principles that benefit everyone. Overall, her mission is simple: to make healthy eating feel achievable, realistic and rooted in real life. Instagram @emma.bardwell