OsteoBoston Podcast

Shelly Gladstein

Welcome to the OsteoBoston Podcast. OsteoBoston is an expansive community that envisions a future where no person receives a bone loss diagnosis. We actively provide resources and information to help people with bone loss in order to improve our listeners’ bone health and thereby their overall health.

Episodes

  1. "Fracture Proof Your Bones" with Dr. John Neustadt

    May 14

    "Fracture Proof Your Bones" with Dr. John Neustadt

    OsteoBoston hosts Dr. Neustadt on the 2026 newly Updated and Expanded changes to his book, "Fracture Proof Your Bones". This well studied updated edition provides an in depth look at supplementation, diet, exercise, sleep, the latest testing methods and other valuable but simple ways that we can have a positive impact on bone health outcomes. To Purchase Dr. Neustadt's book: https://shop.nbihealth.com/products/osteobook To Download the accompanying free workbook: https://nbihealth.com/osteobook/ To Shop supplements at NBI health: https://shop.nbihealth.com/ A little more about Dr. Neustadt: John Neustadt, ND received his naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University where he received the school’s Founders’ Award for clinical and academic excellence. He was Founder of Montana Integrative Medicine, Founder and President of the dietary supplement company Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc (NBI, nbihealth.com ) and NBI Pharmaceuticals. He’s the published more than 100 research reviews and written four books, including most recently, Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis, which he recently updated and expanded for 2026. For his work, he was recognized as one of the Top 10 Cited Authors in the world. Dr. Neustadt is also the host of the Delivering Health podcast, received more than a dozen US FDA Orphan Drug Designations for the potential treatment of rare diseases using natural products. Dr. Neustadt is on the Corporate Advisory Roundtable (CAR) of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), Vice President of his state medical association and a frequent speaker at medical conferences. A summary of this program: This talk by Dr. John Neustadt focuses on a more integrative and “whole-person” approach to osteoporosis and fracture prevention. Looking beyond bone density scores alone and focusing on actual fracture risk and bone quality. The idea that many fractures occur in people whose DEXA scans are not in the osteoporosis range. Discussion of lifestyle and medical factors that weaken bone, including poor sleep, inflammation, acid-blocking medications, SSRIs, inactivity, nutrient deficiencies, and hormonal changes. Emphasis on nutrition — especially adequate protein intake, Mediterranean-style eating, vitamin D, calcium, and vitamin K2 (particularly MK-4). A review of exercise, muscle strength, balance, and fall prevention as critical parts of bone protection. Discussion of hormone health and how estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can influence bone remodeling. Cautions about relying only on medications without addressing underlying contributors to bone fragility. Encouragement for patients to become educated advocates for their own bone health plans. Dr. Neustadt also emphasized that osteoporosis develops gradually over decades and that improving bone health requires combining medical evaluation with nutrition, movement, sleep, and metabolic health strategies.

    1h 28m
  2. Bone Density Success - 7 OsteoBoston members share strategies for their improved DEXA scores

    Jan 12

    Bone Density Success - 7 OsteoBoston members share strategies for their improved DEXA scores

    We polled our members and identified seven individuals who achieved meaningful improvements in their bone density this year. Each participant shares the specific changes they made across nutrition, supplements, fitness, medications, and/or hormone therapy. This segment is a powerful testament to self-advocacy, informed decision-making, and what’s possible with a knowledge-based mindset and a will to win. Bravo—let’s follow the lead of Erin, Janet, Maryellen, Kristin, Julianne, Kim, and Ann. 2:30 – Erin Focus: Hormones, nutrition, supplements, fitness 2024 T-scores: TH –2.3; SP –3.9 HRT: Estradiol patch, oral progesterone, added testosterone gel Nutrition: Vegan; increased protein to ~100 g/day (98% plant-based) Supplements: Calcium, D, K2, Mg, boron, berberine, soy/isoflavones, silica, omega-3s, occasional DHEA Fitness: Weight training added 6 months post-diagnosis (Onero-style) 2025 T-scores: TH –1.6; SP –3.2 10:18 – Janet Focus: Osteopenia, nutrition, supplements, hormones, fitness 2024 T-scores: TH –2.7; SP –1.1 History: Long-term osteopenia; discontinued early meds due to side effects Nutrition: Protein at every meal (pumpkin seed powder, eggs, yogurt) Supplements: DHEA, amino acids, vitamin C, creatine, D3/K2 (no calcium) HRT: Oral estradiol, progesterone, testosterone cream Fitness: Transitioned from endurance training to weight lifting, kettlebells, trainer sessions 2025 T-scores: TH –2.6; SP –0.8 18:49 – Maryellen Focus: Hormones, LiftMor-style training, nutrition HRT: Previously used; discontinued due to side effects Fitness: Onero-style training with major strength gains Nutrition/Supplements: Higher-protein diet (milk, cottage cheese, yogurt, eggs); vitamin D, calcium 2025 T-scores: TH –2.5 25:48 – Kristin Focus: Osteoporosis, medication trial, fitness 2024 T-scores: TH –2.9; SP –4.4 Medication: Evenity (monthly) + Forteo (daily) Fitness: Walking and hand-weight training Supplements: Vitamin D3 2025 T-scores: TH –2.8; SP –3.9 33:08 – Julianne Focus: Nutrition, supplements, fitness, HRT 2021 T-scores: FN –2.3; TH –2.2; SP –2.6 2023 T-scores: FN –2.3; TH –2.1; SP –3.0 Medication: Trialed Fosamax; discontinued Nutrition: Plant-forward, nutrient-dense diet with occasional animal products Supplements: Osteo Naturals products plus biotin, vitamin C, ALA, berberine Fitness: Strength training, OsteoGains jump program, Pilates, yoga, step aerobics, horseback riding (weighted vest) HRT: Estradiol patch + micronized progesterone 2025 T-scores: FN –2.3; TH –2.1; SP –2.8 42:28 – Kim Focus: Osteoporosis, medications, fitness 2022 T-scores: TH –2.8; SP –3.6 Medication: Tymlos (18 months) → Prolia Nutrition: Increased protein; protein powder, milk with dinner Supplements: Vitamin D, calcium Fitness: Hiking, biking, yoga; added weight-bearing lifts with trainer 2025 T-scores: TH –2.2; SP –2.2; FN slight decline 49:40 – Ann Focus: Osteoporosis, medications, nutrition, fitness 2023 T-scores: SP –3.6; TH –1.5; FN –3.0 Evenity (1 year): SP –2.5; TH –1.2; FN –2.6 Reclast (2024): SP –2.4; TH stable; FN –2.4 Nutrition: Tracks nutrients (Cronometer); leafy greens; high-protein tofu Supplements: Vegan protein Fitness: Weight lifting; modified LiftMor-style training 🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/R5eCmrMmsHE OR the podcast:

    57 min

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Welcome to the OsteoBoston Podcast. OsteoBoston is an expansive community that envisions a future where no person receives a bone loss diagnosis. We actively provide resources and information to help people with bone loss in order to improve our listeners’ bone health and thereby their overall health.

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