Stronger Bones Lifestyle

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kimberly Zambito, a trailblazing orthopedic surgeon and hand specialist who’s transforming how we think about bone health. We dive into why traditional DEXA scans often fail petite women and how the new REMS ultrasound technology is offering a more accurate and empowering alternative. 

Dr. Zambito shares why “you are more than your T-score” and how we can take control of our bone health through b...

Did you know that even on hormone replacement therapy, many women are still losing bone? I hear it all the time—“But I’m on BHRT…why are my bones still getting weaker?” And that’s exactly what we’re diving into today on the Stronger Bones Lifestyle podcast. I’m so excited to share this powerful episode with you because we’re pulling back the curtain on hormone therapy and giving you real, practical answers.

I’m joined by Dr. Nayan P...

Have you ever considered that your eyesight might be affecting your bone health? In this episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle podcast, I sit down with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, a functional eye doctor and neuro-optometrist who’s connecting the dots between vision, balance, and your risk of falling and breaking a bone. As someone who works with women 50+, fall prevention is one of the top concerns I hear about—and Dr. Bryce is showing...

Let me ask you—how’s your upper body strength these days? Are you doing enough to support your posture, protect your spine, and keep those wrists stable and strong? In this episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle podcast, I welcome back the amazing Carl Reader, a functional movement and exercise specialist who’s helped so many women over 60 (especially those dealing with osteoporosis and arthritis) feel stronger and more confident ...

Dr. Shilpa Sayana is a triple board-certified MD in Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Functional Medicine with a deeply compassionate, science-backed approach to women's health. She's been helping women in perimenopause and menopause reclaim their energy, balance hormones, and feel like themselves again—even when they’ve been told everything looks "normal." Her Sayana Medical Road Map goes beyond symptom ...

Dr. Evan Hirsch is a world-renowned fatigue expert and the creator of the EnergyMD Method, a clinically proven 4-step process to naturally resolve chronic fatigue and long COVID. In this deeply important conversation, we uncover how chronic fatigue, long COVID, and yes—bone loss—are all connected. If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia and you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or scared of breaking a bone, this one’s for...

Did you know your blood sugar could be affecting your bones? Dr. Beverly Yates is here to uncover the surprising connection between metabolic health and bone loss—something most people (and even doctors!) don’t talk about. If you’ve been diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis, you need to hear this conversation because your bone health isn’t just about calcium. Dr. Yates breaks down how high blood sugar fuels inflammation, why s...

Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach, is here to change the way we think about pelvic floor and bone health. And it’s not just about leaks—it’s about strength, stability, and resilience as we age. Kim, a certified fitness professional and women’s health educator, is breaking the silence around pelvic floor dysfunction.

In this episode, we explore why your pelvic floor is more than just muscles—it affects posture, core strength, and even frac...

Osteoporosis isn’t just about aging—let’s debunk common osteoporosis myths and get to the real root causes. You’ve been told that your bones naturally get weaker over time, but that’s only part of the story. In the first part of this two-part series, we explored how metabolic conditions, medications, and environmental toxins silently contribute to bone loss. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet ( link below ) I highly recomm...

Dr. Aimie Apigian is a powerhouse in the world of trauma healing and the creator of The Biology of Trauma methodology. In this episode, we get real about how past trauma isn’t just a memory—it lives in your body, impacting your nervous system, energy, and yes, even your bone health. Dr. Aimie breaks down how chronic stress robs your bones of essential minerals, why your nervous system holds the key to true healing, and the three no...

Dr. Brandy Cummings knows firsthand what it’s like to feel drained, exhausted, and stuck in survival mode. After battling severe mold toxicity, she uncovered the hidden connection between mycotoxins, gut health, and bone strength—and now she’s on a mission to help other women take back their health.

In this episode, we dig into the root causes conventional medicine often misses, exposing how mold exposure can silently steal your ene...

In this special 100th episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle podcast, I’m diving into the hidden causes of bone loss that most people (even doctors) never talk about. You may think bone health is all about calcium and aging, but the truth is, over 100 different factors contribute to bone loss—and many are within your control.

I’m here to challenge the outdated, one-size-fits-all approach to osteoporosis and osteopenia and help you ...

Today I’m joined by Dr. Angie Martinez, an advanced functional medicine doctor passionate about empowering women to take control of their health. Dr. Martinez shares her innovative "defend and repair" model of understanding bone health, highlighting how your body’s immune and metabolic systems influence osteoporosis. 

Together, we dive into the critical role of gut health, the shortcomings of conventional medicine, and act...

In this inspiring episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle podcast, I welcome Narelle Chidwick, a real and relatable voice, who shows us how to embrace midlife with purpose, humor, and heart. Diagnosed with osteoporosis at 46, she shares how she transformed fear into empowerment by diving deep into bone health and understanding the role of lifestyle, stress, and genetics. 

We explore why paying attention to your bones in your 30s and...

In this insightful episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle podcast, I sit down with Tricia Nelson, a renowned expert in emotional eating and sugar addiction. Tricia shares her journey from being a self-proclaimed food addict to becoming a bestselling author, podcast host, and the creator of the transformative "Heal Your Hunger" program. 

Together, we delve into the emotional and biochemical aspects of sugar addiction, its ...

In this episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Tom Forfa, a physician and educator who is on a mission to help 1,000 men reverse bone loss naturally by 2026. After overcoming his own bone loss without medications and regaining an active lifestyle—including powerlifting and snowboarding—Dr. Forfa now dedicates his work to guiding others through their bone health challenges.

He shares his personal journey...

In this episode I sit down with Claudia Muehlenweg, a visionary expert in natural eye health. We explore the critical role your vision plays in balance, fall prevention, and overall bone health. Claudia dives deep into how aging affects eyesight, the importance of peripheral vision, and how practices like relaxed and intentional seeing can prevent falls and fractures. You'll also learn about root causes of vision decline—like ...

In this episode, I delve into the disillusionment surrounding bone health and how the traditional approach to diagnosing and treating osteoporosis may be failing us. For too long, we’ve relied on DEXA scans and medications, often ignoring the underlying factors that lead to bone loss. I share real stories from women who’ve faced serious medication side effects and discuss why understanding the root causes of bone health issues is c...

In this eye-opening episode of Stronger Bones Lifestyle, I welcome Dr. Jeff Gross, a trailblazer in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy, to explore cutting-edge solutions for reversing aging and restoring bone health. Dr. Gross shares his journey from traditional neurosurgery to embracing innovative approaches that regenerate cells, rebuild joints, and combat chronic inflammation. He explains how therapies like exosomes and...