Osteoporosis

About Osteoporosis

A bone density result that comes back worse than expected brings a lot of people to DrTalks, especially women in and after menopause. A new osteoporosis diagnosis, worry about breaking a hip, questions about medications, or bone loss that shows up alongside celiac disease or thyroid problems are things these experts hear about every day. These talks also go past calcium. Bone health is tied to your hormones, your gut and how well you absorb nutrients, inflammation, stress, and toxins like heavy metals and mold. You'll find conversations on vitamin K2 and minerals, gut health and bone loss, the thyroid and autoimmune connection, and why a T-score doesn't tell the whole story. Doctors, naturopaths and functional medicine practitioners explain what's actually going on, which tests are worth asking your provider about, from DEXA scans to bone turnover markers, and what helps, from vitamins, minerals and strength training to protein, hormone therapy and prescription options.