24 - Bone health, hormones and the real risk of osteoporosis

In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by US-based orthopedic surgeon and bone and hormone specialist Dr Doug Lucas for an important conversation about bone health and why it matters more than most people realise. Together they unpack the reality of osteoporosis, a condition that is often underestimated yet has life-changing consequences for those affected. They explore how hormones play a crucial role in keeping bones strong, why vitamin D and nutrition are vital and the limitations of relying solely on bone density scans or conventional drug treatments. Dr Louise and Dr Doug highlight why osteoporosis should be seen as an imbalance of bone metabolism rather than just a number on a test result, and they discuss how lifestyle, hormones and medical treatments can all contribute to protecting bones and preventing fractures. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in understanding the true risk of osteoporosis and how to take practical steps to safeguard bone health at every stage of life. LET'S CONNECT   Website 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/ Instagram 👉   / @drlouisenewsonpodcast   LinkedIn 👉    /https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlouisenewson/  TikTok 👉   / https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisenewson  Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCctfyI9bODGDaFnjfKhg  LEARN MORE  Take my online education course, Hormones Unlocked 👉 https://www.learningwithexperts.com/products/hormones-unlocked-dr-louise-newson  Sign up for my Confidence in Menopause Course 👉 https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/education---confidence-in-menopause