The latest scientific findings from Columbia University reveal that bone have a hormone call osteocalcin. This hormone, found in bone and dentin, affects growth, metabolism, glucose homeostasis, brain development and much more.
It's our skeletal system that is affected by the fight or flight response.
Stress which elevates cortisol levels interfere with the body's ability to support osteoblasts to create more bone and also interferes with the absorption of calcium.
What will it take to shatter the myth around bone density and menopause?
Studies have also found that people suffering from PTSD and depression have a decreased in bone density. This also creates issues with mood as bone can't absorb minerals, our mood is affected.
Please listen to this if you like help in releasing the social constructs of illness, menopause, depression and a myriad of other issues that weaken the body's ability to support you.