Ep. 69: Dr Priya Bone Endocrinologist: Part Three: Extra Questions and Discussions

Welcome back to the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast. In Episode 69, Debi welcomes back Dr. Priya Krishnamurthy, esteemed endocrinologist to answer more questions about bone health, osteoporosis and endocrinology. With a background in internal medicine, preventative medicine, and public health, Dr. Krishnamurthy has been in practice since 2008 and combines clinical endocrinology, lifestyle medicine, functional medicine, and mind-body medicine to provide a holistic approach to bone health. Today she and Debi discuss the critical importance of stress management for overall bone health and the biomechanics behind it as well as the role of various mineral supplements. The conversation shifts to the importance of protein intake, discussing the right amounts needed to prevent muscle loss and support bone health. Debi and Dr. Priya also explore what truly constitutes a bone health expert and how traditional as well as alternative medicine can play a role in managing conditions like osteoporosis and osteopenia. Join Debi and Dr. Priya as they shed light on essential yet often overlooked aspects of bone health, and advocate for a multi-faceted approach to managing and preventing bone-related diseases. Key Takeaways: [1:12] Stress management [2:02] Mindset change and how we perceive stress [3:09] Strontium [6:32] Protein [9:00] Amino Acids [9:18] What is a health expert [19:26] Osteopenia Where to Find Guest: Website Memorable Quotes: 'It is absolutely critical that we learn how to face stress, how to manage stress, but it’s also mindset change.' [1:56] - Dr. Priya "Not every endocrinologist is a bone health expert because not every endocrinologist even treats osteoporosis." [10:16] - Dr. Priya "We need more of us women doing work in women's health." [11:47] - Dr. Priya "No matter how much work, no matter how hard. All of this, I say, forget it, I'm not doing this anymore. And then I'm like, wait, what about all those women?" [18:05] - Debi "Don’t try to look like Barbie, you’re gonna just have lousy bones." [20:51] - Dr. Priya To learn more about me and to stay connected, click on the links below: Instagram: @debirobinsonwellness Website: DebiRobinson.com Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program