The instant New York Times bestseller!
'I recommend that every woman and all health care professionals read this fantastically important and insightful book from a true expert in the field.' - Dr Joanna McMillan
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 differently from men's, mostly due to the decline of a key brain-protective hormone: oestrogen.
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 affect women's brains.
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 Lisa 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 hormonal replacement therapy and soy, 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.
'An engaging, timely and practical handbook for owners and operators of a female brain.' - Dr Sarah McKay, author of The Women's Brain Book
'The XX Brain is a timely and powerful examination of why women are more prone to dementia than men. Instead of scaring, the power of this book lay in its education and the practical tools Lisa Mosconi gives us to do the best we can to prevent this all too mysterious and debilitating condition. ' - Gabrielle Jackson, author of Pain and Prejudice
'In her new book, The XX Brain, she [Dr. Mosconi] explains the differences between the female and male brains and explores the different ways the brain affects women's health. She offers practical tips on how to optimize brain health and discusses the unique risks women have for developing Alzheimer's disease and actions they can take to help prevent it.' - The Wall Street Journal
'Dr Mosconi's pioneering research, encapsulated in this extensive yet easy to understand book, empowers us to preserve our brainpower. And it's never too late to start.' - Ruth magazine
'Dr. Mosconi boldly takes the question of what differentiates men from women away from just the reproductive organs and focuses on the unique characteristics of the female brain. And it is about time! When 2/3 of Alzheimer's patients are women, clearly a manifestation of the female brain's uniqueness, we must take notice. The XX Brain is fully empowering, leveraging the very best science allowing women to enhance cognitive health and gain control of their brain's destiny.'-David Perlmutter, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain
'The XX Brain is a must read for every woman who wants to protect her brain. Dr Mosconi presents invaluable information and practical solutions to be-and stay-your best.'-Louann Brizendine MD, New York Times bestselling author of The Female Brain
'This extraordinary book gives women cutting-edge, research-based advice on what they particularly need to know to keep their brains functioning at maximum capacity. Highly recommended!'-JJ Virgin, New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin Diet
'Women over 35 need to know that perimenopause is a dramatic transition state not just in terms of mood, sex drive, and hot flashes-but in terms of brain health and function. Lisa Mosconi is the leading authority on the female brain as it navigates hormonal upheaval, and she is here to close our knowledge gap. I give her extraordinary new book my highest recommendation!'-Sara Gottfried, MD, New York Times bestselling author of The Hormone Cure
