December 19, 2025
#153 Hormones and Bone Loss: What Women Need to Know About Osteoporosis w/ Dr. Lorraine Maita, MD + BoneCoach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia
The Bone Coach Osteoporosis & Bone Health PodcastAbout this episode
Bone Coach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia — Joining us today is Dr. Lorraine Maita, MD, known as The Hormone Harmonizer and Detoxifier . She helps people restore energy, stabilize moods, sharpen mental clarity, and support strong bones and balanced hormones so they can feel like themselves again. Through a functional, whole-body approach, Dr. Lorraine Maita shows how everyday lifestyle choices shape both mind and body, empowering people to make changes that genuinely help them feel their best. =>> FREE Stronger Bones Masterclass (Gain Access Now!) =>> FREE 7-Day Osteoporosis Kickstart =>> Apply to join the Stronger Bones Solution Program w/ the Bone Coach™ Team 00:00 - Episode start 02:54 - Introducing Dr. Lorraine Maita, MD 04:28 - Why hormones are central to bone health 05:12 - Life stages where bone loss accelerates 06:16 - Key hormones that protect bone density 06:35 - Why hormone replacement therapy raises concerns 08:36 - The Women’s Health Initiative and osteoporosis care 10:53 - How hormone type and delivery affect bone safety 12:43 - Reassessing hormone therapy for osteoporosis 15:00 - Evidence that hormones improve bone density and reduce fracture risk 16:05 - Hormones vs medications alone for osteoporosis 17:13 - Low-dose hormones and bone preservation 20:12 - Timing hormone therapy for stronger bones 21:53 - Transdermal estrogen and bone health safety 23:53 - Progesterone’s role in bone growth 25:25 - Bone loss risk in women without a uterus 25:49 - Perimenopause and early bone loss 28:56 - Prevention vs reaction in osteoporosis care 25:49 - Testosterone, cortisol, and bone strength 33:56 - Lifestyle factors affecting bone-related hormones *** Resources Mentioned Shownotes @ https://bonecoach.com/blogs/podcast/hormones-and-bone-loss-what-women-need-to-know-about-osteoporosis-w-dr-lorraine-maita-md-hormone-replacement-therapy-education-course-hormone-quiz-the-feel-good-again-institute *** What can you do to support your bone health and this podcast? 1. Hit the “Subscribe” Button. 2. Leave a review. Thank you! 3. Tell a friend.