About this episode
In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Doug Lucas, CEO and Founder of Optimal Bone Health, to discuss groundbreaking approaches to reversing osteoporosis naturally. You'll hear them discuss: How to properly test and interpret bone health markers Why traditional bone density scans aren't enough The crucial role of hormones in bone health Why medications shouldn't be your first option The truth about reversing osteoporosis naturally Dr. Lucas is a double board certified physician specializing in Osteoporosis Reversal and founder of Optimal Human Health MD. After nearly a decade in orthopedic surgery, he gained fellowship training and board certification in antiaging and regenerative medicine. Through his nationwide telehealth practice and popular YouTube channel "The Doctor Doug Show," he helps patients reverse osteoporosis naturally using comprehensive, evidence-based approaches. Labs Mentioned DXA Scan REMS Ultrasound CTX (C-telopeptide) P1NP (Procollagen Type 1 N-Terminal Propeptide) FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) Estradiol Testing Comprehensive Hormone Panel Guest Details: Dr. Doug Lucas' LinkedIn , YouTube Optimal Human Health MD Website February Osteoporosis Retreat Registration Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine Dr. Carrie Jones Website , Instagram , Facebook & TikTok Timestamps 03:09 - Is It Possible to Reverse Osteoporosis? 04:05 - The Journey to Bone Loss 05:58 - Understanding Bone Testing Methods 10:28 - Decoding T-Scores and Z-Scores 13:38 - Bone Turnover Markers Explained 21:37 - Dr. Lucas' Approach to Reversing Osteoporosis 26:20 - The Role of Hormone Therapy 33:07 - Cycling Progesterone Post-Menopause 36:14 - Understanding Bone Medications 40:15 - Where to Find Dr. Lucas