Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because many people do not know they have it until they suffer a fracture. But when should you start paying attention to your bone health — and what can you do now to protect yourself?

In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, host Johanna Gomez speaks with Dr. Maria Kyriacou, primary care sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, about osteoporosis, bone density, menopause, weight loss medications, strength training and prevention.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

•  What osteoporosis is and why it matters 
•  Why bone loss can begin earlier than many people think 
•  How menopause affects bone density 
•  What a DEXA scan measures 
•  Why strength training is key for stronger bones 
•  How nutrition, calcium, vitamin D and protein support bone health 
•  Whether Pilates, yoga and weightlifting are safe 
•  How weight loss medications may affect nutrition and bone density 
•  Why men also need to pay attention to osteoporosis 
•  How AI may help patients access better resources and information 

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Host:
Johanna Gomez
Award-Winning Host & Journalist

Guest:

Maria Kyriacou, M.D.
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician
Baptist Health Orthopedic Care