151. How Breast Cancer Affects Bone Health

Each year about 300,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Many of those will be put on a medication to suppress estrogen. While this is an important strategy for treating these cancers, most clinicians are not adequately protecting bones from the most dangerous side effect—osteoporosis and fractures. 

Key Takeaways To Tune In For:

(00:25) - Importance of Bone Health in Breast Cancer Treatment

(02:51) - Effects of Estrogen on Bone Health

(03:37) - Bone Density Testing is Essential

(05:55) - Medication and Natural Approaches to Combat Bone Loss

(07:57) - Exercise and Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Fractures

Resources talked about in this episode

Book: Fracture-Proof Your Bones

Products: NBI Bone Support Dietary Supplements

Articles: 

Comprehensive List of Medications that Cause Osteoporosis

3-Steps to Eating Healthy for Life