Lara Briden ND

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and internationally recognized expert in women’s health. With nearly 30 years of clinical experience, she is the author of the bestselling books Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and Metabolism Repair for Women, which provide practical solutions for period problems, perimenopause, and metabolic health. Lara’s science-informed approach is rooted in evolutionary biology and systems medicine, and she is a passionate advocate for ovulatory cycles as an essential marker of health. She currently practices in Christchurch, New Zealand, and continues to educate women and health professionals through her writing, public speaking, and online platform. As a member of CeMCOR’s Scientific Advisory Council, Lara is proud to support the centre’s mission of improving women’s health through community-based, hormone-focused research.