Are you tired of the outdated health advice surrounding women's bone health? In this episode, I interview award-winning journalist and author of The New Rules of Women's Health, Meghan Rabbitt. She shares her journey through researching and writing her comprehensive book, uncovering truths about women's bone health and the outdated advice we need to unlearn.

Meghan discusses how women can take control of their skeletal health and advocate for better healthcare conversations with their doctors. She also highlights the progress being made in addressing research bias and the need for a holistic approach to bone health.

With tips and insights from over 100 health experts, this episode will empower you to make informed decisions about your health at any stage of life.

"One of the old rules is to let our doctors or clinicians dictate when we should be having the conversation about bone health. The new rule is to bring it up immediately. The new rule is to think about your bones now, when you're feeling pretty healthy, not when you break one." ~ Meghan Rabbitt

In this episode:

[00:00] - Introduction to Meghan Rabbitt and The New Rules of Women's Health

[07:08] - Meghan's realizations about her bone health

[11:26] - The importance of strength training for bone health

[17:17] - Old rules vs. new rules of bone health

[23:21] - The impact of inflammation, the microbiome, and alcohol on women's bone health

[28:40] - Why there's a lack of research about women's health

[30:30] - How to navigate conflicting health advice and become your own health journalist

[37:04] - How to prepare for your health visit and make the most out of it

[40:48] - Details about Meghan's book and why you must get a copy

[43:25] - Empowering women to take control of their health

Resources mentioned

- Osteoporosis Exercises to Strengthen Your Bones and Prevent Fractures - https://tinyurl.com/exercisesformybones

- Meghan's new book - The New Rules of Women's Health - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/734289/the-new-rules-of-womens-health-by-meghan-rabbitt-foreword-by-maria-shriver/

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