03/18/2026
📚 Age Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz
This is one of those books that can really shift the way we think about aging, especially as women. Instead of viewing menopause as a decline, Dr. Mindy Pelz reframes it as a powerful biological transition, one that can actually bring more clarity, confidence, and energy into our lives.
She explains how the brain and body are not breaking down, but reorganizing and adapting in a way that supports a more authentic version of who we are. There is a lot of reassurance in this perspective, especially for women navigating the changes of perimenopause and menopause, or even those wanting to better understand their bodies.
“The neurochemical shift at menopause offers a mirror, revealing a more authentic version of who we are,” says Dr. Mindy Pelz. “It acts as a biological identity reset that sheds what no longer serves us. This shift triggers a brain rewiring that, while often causing temporary cognitive challenges, enables a stronger, more confident, and vibrant version of oneself.”
It is a really empowering and practical read for women in their late 30s and beyond, helping to make sense of symptoms while also offering a more grounded and hopeful outlook on this stage of life.
📍 We are now carrying Age Like a Girl in our Wisdom & Wellness Nook on the bookshelf in our Natural Health & Vitamins Department at Comox Pharmasave.
Personally, I have been following Dr. Mindy Pelz for a while and find her approach to holistic women’s health flexible, wise, and incredibly important. I look forward to diving into this book myself very soon.
— Tammra, RHN, Naturals Consultant 🌿
