
657: How to Prevent, Manage, and Even Reverse Osteoporosis Naturally: The Hormone-Bone Health Connection Every Woman Needs to Know with Dr. Doug Lucas
6/27/2025
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Osteoporosis is showing up at younger ages in women.
So, waiting until menopause to start thinking about your bones is just way too late.
That’s why in this episode, I’m joined by orthopedic medicine expert Dr. Doug Lucas for a powerful conversation on bone health, aging, longevity, and why your bones are one of the most important (yet often overlooked) pieces of your long-term wellness.
We’ll dive into the surprising ways your daily habits impact your bone density—and what you can do right now to protect and even rebuild your bones as you age.
Dr. Lucas breaks down the importance of supporting your musculoskeletal system, screening and early prevention measures, and why your 30s and 40s are critical decades for building lifelong bone strength.
Strong bones mean a strong life—and it’s never too early (or too late!) to start taking care of them!
Doug Lucas, DO
Dr. Doug Lucas is a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon turned osteoporosis specialist. His mission is to show the world that osteoporosis is preventable AND reversible. He’s the founder of Optimal Human Health MD and PEMA BioIdentical, as well as the creator of The OsteoCollective– where he empowers others to optimize bone health, hormones, and longevity.
IN THIS EPISODE
The importance of bone health throughout ALL of adulthood
Imaging and biomarker screening for osteoporosis detection
Factors driving bone loss in younger women
The role hormones play in bone health and bone loss
Lifestyle strategies to enhance bone health and longevity
Strength training recommendations for building strong bones
HRT for women to improve bone health
QUOTES
“I get it from a public health perspective, you want to screen when you're most likely to see the disease… But that doesn't help us prevent it. And preventing osteoporosis is so much easier than reversing osteoporosis.”
“If you are a postmenopausal woman, I strongly encourage you to consider bioidentical hormone replacement, because estradiol is the biggest tool you can use for bone health.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Dr. Doug’s Masterclass on Osteoporosis Reversal
Dr. Doug’s Website: Osteo Collective
The Dr. Doug Show on YouTube
The Dr. Doug Show podcast
Dr. Doug on Instagram
Dr. Doug on Facebook
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