The Clean Hormone Journey

For fans of Marie Claire Haver’s The New Menopause, A Balanced Menopause is a transformative, science-backed guide to thriving through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond, from internationally recognized naturopathic doctor and bestselling author of Reverse the Signs of Ageing, Dr. Nigma Talib. Renowned naturopathic doctor and global women’s health expert Dr. Nigma Talib, bestselling author of Reverse the Signs of Ageing, delivers a bold, science-backed plan to clean up your hormones—the body’s chemical messengers that regulate everything from mood and sleep to metabolism, energy, and reproduction—restore balance, and help you step fully into the most powerful era of your life. A Balanced Menopause: The Clean Hormone Path to Your Most Powerful Years is a practical manual for every woman—a guide to prepare for menopause before it begins, navigate it with confidence, and maintain optimal health long after. This book reframes what’s happening in your body and reminds you: the rollercoaster isn’t inevitable, it’s definitely not your fault, and there are proven ways to take control. Here you will learn: Menopause symptoms start before your periods stop—and how to recognize and address them early, giving you a road map to prepare, age gracefully, and protect your long-term health and longevity How our toxic world is wreaking havoc on our hormone health, exacerbating menopause symptoms—but there’s a way to fight back Too many women think they just have to live with symptoms because “it’s a part of getting older,” but they don’t Cleaning dirty hormones requires a multi-faceted approach of allopathic medicine, naturopathic medicine, exercise, and nutrition—and this book will show you how How to nourish your body with a groundbreaking fusion of the Mediterranean and Indian diets, the two most scientifically proven healthy diets. Blending these traditions creates a powerful, science-based way of eating designed to regulate hormones, reduce inflammation, and support women’s health before, during, and after menopause Why your gut is the foundation of hormone balance—and how healing and supporting it can transform your energy, mood, and overall wellbeing With over 20 years of clinical experience and hundreds of high-profile clients, Dr. Talib connects the dots between stress, diet, toxins, and hormone dysfunction, offering a personalized road map that begins where most doctors never look: your gut. With humor, heart, and hard-won wisdom, she helps women—from 35 to 75 and beyond—decode their symptoms, understand their biology, and reclaim their energy, clarity, and confidence.