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In this conversation, Dr. Doug Lucas discusses the importance of understanding your bone health risk. He delves into DEXA reports, T-scores and Z-scores. Early screening is crucial to understanding your bone health and taking appropriate action. Aim for optimal bone and muscle mass to reduce fracture risk and improve overall health!

In this conversation, Douglas Lucas interviews Julie Derr, a coach for women in the mid-lifetime period, about physical training, nutrition, wellness, and hormones. They discuss weight training, resistance training, cardio, and impact exercises for women in the midlife stage. Julie emphasizes the importance of strength training for bone health and recommends starting with basic bodyweight exercises and gradually progressing.



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In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas discusses Lactoferrin, a naturally occurring protein found in the milk of mammals, including humans. It has various health benefits, including antibacterial and antiviral properties, regulation of iron absorption and metabolism, anti-inflammatory effects, and improvement of immune function and gut health. Lactoferrin has been shown to be particularly effective in promoting bone health by stimulating bone formation and suppressing bone resorption. Human studies have demonstrated positive effects on inflammation and bone turnover markers!



Study Links: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37680888/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20473630/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19172341/

In this video Dr. Doug Lucas discusses how osteoporosis can be reversed through a comprehensive program that addresses underlying factors such as bone metabolism, hormone health, gut health, stress, and lifestyle. The case study follows the journey of a 63-year-old man named Bob who was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis. By implementing lifestyle changes, optimizing nutrition, and using targeted supplements, Bob was able to improve his bone health and reverse osteoporosis. Over the course of 12 months, his bone health score increased, his bone turnover markers improved, and his fracture risk was significantly reduced. This case demonstrates that osteoporosis can be reversed naturally in most people with the right approach!

In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas discusses a specific exercise that is not suitable for individuals with osteoporosis as it does not significantly benefit bone health. Multiple studies have shown that individuals who regularly partake in this exercise have lower bone mineral density compared to high impact athletes and non-athletic controls. However, this exercise is not considered a negative for bone health either. Tune in, as Dr. Doug reviews multiple studies on this topic!



Study Links:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35894972/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26607734/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28394711/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23950908/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23147022/

In this video, Dr. Doug Lucas Interviews Dr. Bonnie Gasquet, a hormone specialist. They discuss hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and its impact on women's health. They cover topics such as estrogen and brain health, heart health, testosterone, hormone therapy and breast cancer. Dr. Gasquet emphasizes the importance of hormone balance and optimization for overall health and well-being. They also address the challenges and controversies surrounding HRT, including the use of pellets and the management of hormone replacement in women with a history of breast cancer. The conversation highlights the need for individualized treatment plans and the importance of educating patients about their hormone levels and options.