Self Care Simplified

354. Osteoporosis & Bone Loss in Women - The Tips You Need NOW


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Bone Density. Osteopenia. Osteoporosis.

While these may sound like your grandmother’s conditions, the truth is bone loss BEGINS in midlife. In fact, you can lose up to 20% of your bone density during midlife, leaving you vulnerable to fractures and serious injury even earlier than you might think.

The good news is taking steps NOW can help prevent bone loss and reduce your risk of injury - and we’ve got just the expert to help!

Joining me this week it Dr. Kristi DeSapri, a board certified internist specializing in midlife women’s health, specifically osteoporosis. You won’t want to miss our conversation about bone health:

  • when to start having conversations and assessments with you doctor (spoiler: it’s earlier than you think!)
  • understanding bone physiology and the role hormones play in bone health
  • the critical lifestyle factors that can help prevent bone loss and maintain bone health
  • If you or someone you love wants to know the how to keep strong bones in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, then this is the episode for you.

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