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Rushing Woman's Syndrome: The Impact of a Never-Ending To-Do List and How to Stay Healthy in Today's Busy World Paperback – June 27, 2017

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Do you often feel overwhelmed, and in a daily battle to keep up? That you rarely get on top of your to-do list, and at times feel out of control and unable to cope? If so, you may be experiencing the first signs of Rushing Woman’s Syndrome…Never before have women been in such a hurry to do so many things and be there for so many people. The pace of modern life has drastically increased – but even though our minds can go faster and technology allows us to get more done, our bodies still have cavewoman-like biology – which means they cannot respond healthily to the new and constant pressures we experience.In this book, nutritional biochemist Dr Libby Weaver explains how a stressful, fast-paced lifestyle can have dangerous effects on all areas of a woman’s health, including:• Nervous system – how an imbalanced nervous system may be causing you to gain weight and disrupting your sleep• Adrenal glands – why adrenal fatigue may be making you feel tired but wired• Reproductive system – how your daily stresses may be affecting your menstrual cycle or fertility• Digestive system – why stress could be at the heart of your bloating, cravings or unpredictable appetite• Emotions – how your emotional landscape holds the key to leading a fulfilling life without the need to rushInspired by Dr Libby’s clinical experiences and her empathy for women and the many roles they now juggle, this book offers real solutions to restore your health, so that you can stay both productive and healthy.
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Dr. Libby Weaver is an internationally acclaimed nutritional biochemist, author, and speaker. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics and a PhD in Biochemistry, and has 17 years in clinical practice. With a natural ability to break down even the most complex of concepts into layman's terms, Dr. Libby empowers and inspires people to take charge of their health and happiness. www.drlibby.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1781808163
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hay House UK; 1st edition (June 27, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781781808160
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1781808160
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.68 x 8.5 inches
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Dr Libby Weaver is a leading nutritional biochemists, a seven-time number one bestselling author and an international speaker.

Dr Libby spent 14 years at University and graduated with a bachelor of Health Science majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics with honors and a PhD in Biochemistry. She combines this knowledge with her 17 years of clinical practice in her approach to educating audiences throughout the world.

When addressing any health concern, Dr Libby’s three-pillar approach looks at the biochemical, nutritional and emotional reasons behind what might be driving the body to behave in a certain way.

With a natural ability to break down even the most complex of concepts into layman’s terms, Dr Libby’s health messages are globally relevant and her holistic approach and unique form of education is embraced globally.

Dr Libby is one of the biggest selling authors in New Zealand. She is a seven times number one bestseller with her books Accidentally Overweight, Rushing Woman’s Syndrome, Real Food Chef, Beauty from the Inside Out, Real Food Kitchen, Sweet Food Story and The Calorie Fallacy.

She has been featured in numerous media publications including The Times, The Huffington Post, Sydney Morning Herald, the Today Show and the Australian Women’s Weekly.

Dr Libby is frequently called upon to speak throughout the world; she has shared the stage with Tony Robbins and Dr Oz to an audience of over 9,000 people and last year she presented at TEDx; a talk that been viewed over 200,000 times.

It’s no surprise that Hollywood stars Deborra-lee and Hugh Jackman describe her work as being a “one stop shop in achieving and maintaining ultimate health and wellbeing”.

Armed with an abundance of knowledge, scientific research and a true desire to help others see their own light and beauty, Dr Libby empowers and inspires people to take charge of their health and happiness.

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Anne Esterman
5.0 out of 5 stars Stop rushing and read this book - it could change your life!
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2013
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This book was excellent. There was enough scientific information to back up the author's conclusions but it was not so much that a non-medically trained person like myself couldn't understand the ideas. Sometimes things in one chapter were repeated in another one but this is understandable when you consider that all the body's processes are interconnected.
I was fascinated to learn the science behind the idea that not getting enough sleep can be a factor in making the body store fat - I had thought that this was just some pop culture idea put in women's magazines to assuage the guilt of those who couldn't be bothered to diet properly!
I would recommend this book to friends and family (their health is important to me - I don't want to live a long, healthy life and have them all die off before me) and to any stressed, rushing woman out there who can make herself stop long enough to actually read the book.
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C. Little
4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging, worth reading
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2019
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I got this at the library and realized that it had to become part of my library. The deal on Amazon of having the book in not only Kindle but on Audible was impossible to resist. Some people have had a problem with the authors rounding condemnation of the overindulgence in alcohol. Everything that I have read and my doctor have all told me that women have a harder time metabolizing alcohol without damage than men. I found this book very informative and it gave me some food for thought that I hadn't seen anywhere else, and I I am a glutton for healthcare books, articles, and YouTube videos. It is Well written and easy to understand, although there are times that the author Skip's excessive detail in order to be understandable to the average reader. I would like to see some of those more in-depth points linked or footnoted to scholarly articles or references for those who have a background in healthcare or who desire further study.

I appreciate the authors writing and that she makes things understandable and engaging.
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StarReader
5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must Read" for every woman
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2012
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I have heard Dr. Libby Weaver in person and when reading her books (Accidentally Overweight and Rushing Woman's Syndrome)  Accidentally Overweight (Accidentally Overweight, Solve your weight loss puzzle) I hear her delightful New Zealand accent. I also have a vivid picture of her explanation of how we clog up our "livva". I hadn't thought too much about my 'livva' as I don't smoke or drink.... but I DO eat as I rush through my day ... often regardless of healthy choices.

My background is nursing but I believe I learned - and will remember - more from this book about the interconnectedness of lifestyle and body systems than I ever have from classes and textbooks.
Dr. Libby's style is entertaining as well as educational. She has her pulse on what it's like to be a woman trying to balance life's activities while - and yes, we all do it! - trying to please everyone and "keep the peace" from day to day.

You'll love this book and want to mark the spots that speak to you most specifically.
I hasten to say it just might change the way you rush through your day !!
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bonileigh
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book - highly recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2014
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Amazing book! But I would prefer if y'all started selling hard copies In the states. I wanted to buy copies for my sister and my mom but I could only find it digitally. It is a great book. I learned so much about how the body works and it seriously helped me understand how stress can control many aspects of someone's life and how it actually affects the body. I'm a happier and healthier person now.
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Lucy
5.0 out of 5 stars Eye opening
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2021
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I love how it’s like dr. Libby is in my head, pointing out the things I deep down have thought of and fear to be wrong or in need of change. This book is helping me get real with myself and navigate my way through my head, giving me the courage to also take care of me. I think all women should read this book. Take it as a text book...something you’ll refer to time and again.
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Meg
3.0 out of 5 stars Victim blaming, narrow perspective, but also has something to say
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2021
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I read this on recommendation from a friend. Like a lot of working mothers that I know, I found the description of the "rushing woman" very familiar (except for the author's obsession with alcohol - not everyone drinks!). The explanation of the impact on our bodies is clear, though I would have appreciated more links to established research - I felt the book was light-on in that regard and it made me suspicious that I was reading opinion, not something science-based.

Where I feel the book lets the reader down is in it's patronising and moralising tone - that it's your fault you're a "rushing woman" and if only you would make mental and physical space to "relax" and "change your perspective" then you'd feel a lot better. This is simply victim-blaming.

We live in a world where the odds are stacked against women - the "to-do" list is not something you invented yourself, it's there because there is a social and economic demand to work full-time while raising two (no more, no fewer) children, paying the mortgage and somehow making time for Pilates and yoga (but don't bulk up too much and don't be either too thin or too fat). In this respect I found the book perpetuating unrealistic expectations of women.

What did I hope for instead? Maybe some acknowledgement of the structural nature of this problem - that until women are recognised for the value of their caring roles, until women are paid equally for the work they do, until women have social equality and equality of political representation, this will be a never-ending problem.

My other criticism is that I do not see any acknowledgement in this book of women who are anything other than wealthy and white, which made it difficult to relate to. If you have unlimited resources, if you do indeed have choice, then Dr Libby's suggestions are probably gold. But so many women don't have the luxury. But maybe they also don't have the time to read this book...
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Jennifer Jardine
5.0 out of 5 stars Teaches how to make daily stressors more manageable
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2022
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This book speaks to me on so many levels! It’s Given me tools to use on helping me reduce my stresses as well as learning how to slow down a say “no”. I would recommend to any busy or “rushing “ woman!
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1.0 out of 5 stars Bad Typography
Reviewed in Spain on March 16, 2024
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Please, next time be careful with the typography of the book. Although it is very nice to see, it is very difficult to read.
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Joanne Faucher
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book to understand the impact of stress.
Reviewed in Canada on October 25, 2020
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I'm only halfway done and I think this is a great book for anyone who is under some stress. You need to know the impact it has on your physical health and strategies to overcome it. Interesting read!
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Mazzerfox
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2021
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I have just finished reading this ... It has been incredibly enlightening and helpful on a number of levels for us ladies & what makes us tick plus our complex bio chemistry including nervous system, endocrine system & gut bio & how our lifestyles & nutrition & movement either create a context for healthy body mind & spirit or put endless pressure on our nervous system leading to a whole host of health issues ... wow 🤩 is all I will say... & not unsurprisingly our belief system & our child development is instrumental in all we are today... she gives practical strategies for change on a number of levels (and interestingly she covers the toxicity of alcohol unashamedly & why we might have used it to relax, relieve stress etc).

she has a number of other books - Accidentally overweight & The Invisible Load ... as I have progressed since October & lost 38lb I found this so helpful as not only did it contextualise where I was in the months leading up to October 2020 but also how & why I have been able to lose weight fairly seemlessly since I “stopped” & allowed my nervous system to heal whilst also eating well, moving well & also removing a toxic aggravator ...alcohol.

This book will definitely help you reflect on all you hold dear whilst getting you to question what “drives” you and to more fully understand the damaging impact of rushing from one thing to another.
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Alexandra
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book from a great writer!
Reviewed in Germany on February 29, 2020
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Amazing book, full of interesting information and knowledge. The author is an amazing writer and realy expert in women health. I recomend all her books!
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tanya izod
5.0 out of 5 stars Dr Libby weaver
Reviewed in Australia on November 13, 2018
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Fantastic book - it was as if she had written this directly about me. I’m so grateful to have found this book - it’s changed me life.
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