Bone Health 101: The Surprising Things That Weaken Your Bones

In this episode of Say Yes! to Chocolate, Dr. Becky and Sara break down the biggest risk factors that impact bone health—both the ones you can’t change (like age, gender, and genetics) and the ones you can (nutrition, movement, lifestyle, and even medication choices).You’ll learn: ✅ Why medical conditions like thyroid disease, celiac, Crohn’s disease, and autoimmune disorders can weaken bones ✅ How common medications—including PPIs (Nexium, Prilosec), corticosteroids, thyroid meds, and even antidepressants—affect bone density ✅ The powerhouse nutrients your bones rely on (calcium, vitamin D3, vitamin K2, and protein) ✅ Lifestyle shifts that really move the needle for fracture prevention and strong, flexible bones00:00 Introduction to Bone Health00:51 Unchangeable Risk Factors02:05 Medical Conditions and Bone Health04:23 Controllable Risk Factors04:35 Nutrition for Strong Bones08:49 Lifestyle Choices for Bone Health12:59 Medications Impacting Bone Health16:02 Simple Steps to Maintain Bone Health17:51 Conclusion and Next StepsThe takeaway? Knowledge is power—and simple shifts can protect your bones for decades to come.✨ Want to make this simple (and sustainable)? Download our free KISS Start Guide—your step-by-step reset for midlife energy, strength, and bone health. 👉 Join our email list for all the science-backed tips, insider resources, and first dibs on all our freebies!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more science-backed, real-life wellness conversations—always simple, sustainable, and sprinkled with chocolate.