On the Bookshelf: Are You Hormone Curious? Understanding the Hormones That Shape Our Health by Carolyn Zaumeyer, MSN, APRN is this weeks featured author spotlight.
There comes a time in many women’s lives when they begin asking questions that don’t always have simple answers. Why am I so tired? Why can’t I sleep? Why has my energy disappeared? Why don’t I feel like myself anymore?
In Are You Hormone Curious?, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Carolyn Zaumeyer, MSN, APRN, invites readers to explore the science behind hormones and their profound impact on physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Written in an approachable, easy-to-understand style, the book helps demystify hormone health while encouraging readers to become informed advocates for themselves. Rather than promoting quick fixes, Carolyn empowers readers with evidence-based information that encourages meaningful conversations with qualified healthcare providers and offers hope that feeling better may be within reach.
Interview with Carolyn Zaumeyer
Q: What inspired you to write Are You Hormone Curious?
Carolyn: Throughout my years in healthcare, I’ve met countless women—and men—who believed feeling exhausted, foggy, irritable, or simply “off” was just part of getting older. I wanted to write a book that helps people understand that while aging is inevitable, suffering unnecessarily may not be. Education is empowering, and curiosity is often the first step toward better health.
Q: Who is this book written for?
Carolyn: Anyone who has ever wondered whether hormones may be affecting their quality of life. While many people associate hormone health only with menopause, hormones influence every stage of life for both women and men. Whether someone is experiencing symptoms themselves or wants to better understand a spouse, family member, or friend, I believe this book offers valuable insights.
Q: What are some of the signs that hormone imbalance may be worth discussing with a healthcare provider?
Carolyn: Symptoms can vary widely, but common concerns include persistent fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, weight changes, mood fluctuations, hot flashes, declining libido, difficulty concentrating, and reduced energy. These symptoms can have many causes, which is why it’s important to seek professional medical guidance rather than self-diagnose.
Q: One topic readers are curious about is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). What do you hope they learn?
Carolyn: I hope readers gain a better understanding of what BHRT is—and what it isn’t. There’s a great deal of information available, some of it conflicting. My goal is to present evidence-based information that helps readers ask informed questions and work collaboratively with qualified healthcare professionals to determine what is appropriate for their individual circumstances.
Q: Beyond hormone therapy, what role do lifestyle choices play in hormone health?
Carolyn: Lifestyle is incredibly important. Nutrition, exercise, stress management, quality sleep, and overall wellness all influence hormone function. While hormones are one piece of the puzzle, lasting health is usually achieved through a comprehensive approach that addresses the whole person.
Q: If readers remember just one message after finishing your book, what do you hope it is?
Carolyn: That they deserve to feel their best and that knowledge is empowering. Don’t accept feeling unwell simply because someone tells you it’s “normal.” Ask questions. Learn. Advocate for yourself. The more informed you become, the better equipped you’ll be to make decisions that support your long-term health and well-being.
About the Author
Carolyn Zaumeyer, MSN, APRN, is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse dedicated to helping individuals understand the important role hormones play in healthy aging and overall wellness. Combining years of clinical experience with a passion for patient education, Carolyn believes informed patients make better healthcare decisions. Through compassionate care and evidence-based guidance, she encourages readers to become active participants in their own health journeys.
Publisher’s Review
“As both a publisher and lifelong advocate for educating and empowering women, I found Are You Hormone Curious? to be an informative, approachable, and timely resource. Carolyn Zaumeyer has the unique ability to explain complex medical concepts in language readers can understand without oversimplifying the science. Rather than creating fear or offering miracle solutions, she encourages curiosity, thoughtful conversations, and informed decision-making.
What I appreciate most is that this book reminds us that good health begins with asking questions. Whether you’re navigating menopause, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to better understand your changing body, this book provides an excellent foundation for meaningful discussions with your healthcare provider. It is an important contribution to the growing conversation about healthy aging and wellness.”
— Heidi Richards Mooney
Publisher & Editor, Women of Wisdom Magazine
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