Bone Coach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia — Joining us today to break down the microbiome, gut health, and how they influence whole-body wellness is Kiran Krishnan, a research microbiologist and health expert known for making complex science easy to understand.

Over the past 20 years, Kiran has founded and led multiple health and supplement companies, including co-founding Microbiome Labs, now one of the most trusted microbiome-focused brands among healthcare practitioners. He has published scientific research, holds global patents, and is a sought-after speaker on human health and the microbiome. Kiran blends scientific rigor with real-world clarity, helping people understand the mechanisms that drive better health from the inside out.

Osteofrax (Dalbergia sissoo + Cissus quadrangularis + D3 + K2 MK-7)

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0:00 - Episode start
3:11 - Introducing today’s guest, Kiran Krishnan
7:11 - Understanding the anabolic vs catabolic balance and early bone degeneration
9:58 - Why bone resorption overtakes bone formation and weakens bone repair
13:02 - Understanding bone density vs. bone quality and how they create true bone strength
13:35 - Dalbergia sissoo’s dual action: increasing osteoblasts and reducing osteoclasts for stronger bones
19:57 - Why DEXA scans only show bone density and miss important bone quality changes
21:16 - Why athletes and younger adults also need bone matrix support to prevent micro-fractures
26:58 - How vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 MK-7 work together to direct calcium into bones
27:49 - The calcium paradox: why calcium without K2 increases cardiovascular risk and doesn’t fix osteoporosis
33:14 - Safe and effective dosing for Dalbergia sissoo for bone regeneration
36:06 - How improving trabecular bone reduces bone pain, stiffness, and fatigue in early osteopenia
41:10 - Combining Dalbergia sissoo, vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 for a comprehensive stronger bones strategy
42:51 - Why bone health should start decades before your first DEXA scan
45:33 - Where listeners can connect with Kiran Krishnan

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Resources Mentioned

Shownotes @https://bonecoach.com/blogs/podcast/why-bone-density-isnt-enough-and-what-actually-builds-strength-w-kiran-krishnan-osteoporosis-osteopeniahealthy-bones-co-osteofrax-dexascan-dalbergia-sissoo-osteoblasts-osteoclasts-cissus-quadrangularis

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Bone Coach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia - Joining us today to discuss hypertension, cardiovascular health, and the power of isometrics is Mark Young, CEO of Zona Health. With 45% of the population affected by hypertension, Mark is on a mission to make proactive, science-backed interventions more accessible.

Since joining Zona Health in 2016, he’s led the charge to bring the Zona Plus, a handheld cardiovascular conditioning tool, into households everywhere. The company is currently undergoing FDA clinical trials to further validate its work in lowering blood pressure. Mark blends business vision with a deep commitment to preventative wellness, helping people take control of their heart health through simple, evidence-driven tools.

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0:00 - Episode start

2:47 - Introducing today’s guest, Mark Young of Zona Health

3:39 - Mark shares his unexpected path to becoming CEO

7:21 - What hypertension really is and why it matters for adults 50–70+, including those with osteopenia or osteoporosis

11:46 - Other major causes of high blood pressure beyond aging

17:59 - Mark debunks the “salt causes hypertension” myth and explains how sugar—not real salt—drives sodium retention

23:36 - Why table salt isn’t real salt and how it differs from mineral salts

25:37 - What the Zona Plus device is and how isometric training works

30:08 - The deeper science: nitric oxide activation, sodium–potassium release, and how this improves vascular flexibility

34:44 - Where to find the Zona Plus device and how to use the Bone Coach discount

37:34 - Where listeners can connect with Mark Young

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Resources Mentioned

Shownotes @https://bonecoach.com/blogs/podcast/trying-to-prevent-osteoporosis-this-calcium-mistake-could-raise-your-blood-pressure-w-mark-young-zona-health-zona-plus-hypertension-cardiovascular-health-isometrics

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Bone Coach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia - Joining us today to dive into hormones, menopause, and bone strength is Dr. Anna Cabeca—The Girlfriend Doctor. Dr. Anna is a triple–board certified OBGYN and bestselling author of The Hormone Fix, Keto-Green 16, and MenuPause. She’s trained in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone therapy, and is known for her sassy, heart-centered, and humorous teaching style. She breaks down the hormonal shifts of midlife, from the role of oxytocin in connection to the impact of cortisol on intimacyand how balancing the two can support libido and strengthen your relationship with yourself. Dr. Anna also created natural solutions like the Julva® cream and MightyMaca® Plus, to help women thrive through menopause.

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Topics Covered

00:00:00 Episode start

00:02:31 Introducing Dr. Anna Cabeca: triple-board-certified “Girlfriend Doctor”

00:04:18 How hormone changes in menopause influence bone strength and osteoporosis risk

00:07:12 Lifestyle and nutrition steps to prevent bone loss before it starts

00:12:37 Ideal lab ranges for vitamin D, inflammatory markers, and hormones

00:12:14 How soon to retest vitamin D and hormone levels after changes

00:12:56 What to do when hormone therapy isn’t lowering FSH or protecting bone

00:17:01 Why testosterone matters for women’s muscle and bone building

00:18:26 How chronic stress and cortisol accelerate bone breakdown, and how to counter it

00:23:58 Daily “oxytocin habits” that support mood, health, and bone-building activity

00:31:12 Gut health, estrogen metabolism, and why regular bowel movements matter

00:33:25 Important vaginal and pelvic health practices for midlife and beyond

00:36:39 What Julva® cream is and how it supports vulvar and pelvic tissue health

00:34:02 Hopeful reminders: bone density and health markers can improve over time.

00:39:47 Where to find and follow Dr. Anna Cabeca online__

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Resources Mentioned

Shownotes @https://bonecoach.com/blogs/podcast/how-hormones-affect-bone-health-after-menopause-w-the-girlfriend-doctor-dr-anna-cabeca-the-hormone-fix-julva-cream

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