Stronger Bones Lifestyle
Are you ready to take control of your bone health and live stronger than ever? Welcome to Stronger Bones Lifestyle, the podcast designed for anyone who wants to prioritize their bone health and reclaim their vitality. Whether you're managing osteopenia, osteoporosis, or simply looking to prevent future bone issues, this podcast is for you.
As someone who has faced my own bone health challenges, I understand the fear and uncertainty that come with these diagnoses. That’s why I’m here—to share practical, holistic solutions to help you manage and prevent bone issues naturally.
Each episode is packed with expert advice, actionable tips, and insights into nutrition, lifestyle changes, and mindful movement, all aimed at helping you build stronger bones and a more confident, healthy life. Join me on this journey, and let’s strengthen your bones together!
Stronger Bones Lifestyle
Ep. 78: Dr. Yvonne Karney MD: Functional Gynecologist & Hormone Locksmith
Welcome back to the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast. In Episode 78, Debi welcomes Dr. Yvonne Carney, founder of Vitality Renewal Functional Medicine in Chicago, for an insightful discussion on women's bone health and hormone replacement therapy.
** For FULL show notes, please visit: https://debirobinson.com/episode78/
Dr. Yvonne shares her personal journey from traditional medicine to integrative medicine, underscoring a pivotal moment when she encountered the limitations of standard osteoporosis treatments. This experience prompted her to explore a more holistic and functional approach to bone health.
Dr. Yvonne also elaborates on the significance of hormone levels and their impact on bone health. She stresses the benefits of using bioidentical hormones, citing studies that show fewer side effects and better alignment with the body's natural processes.
Dr. Yvonne also discusses the holistic health approach in functional medicine, which includes considerations for nutrition, inflammation, and immune system support to optimize hormone function.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Yvonne and Debi call for greater transparency in medical recommendations and advocate for empowering women to take control of their bone health through informed choices and lifestyle interventions.
Key Takeaways:
[2:35] One of her aha moments
[4:09] Fosamax
[12:16] Why medications are not her first go to
[14:16] Acidity and inflammation
[15:45] Optimizing your hormones
[16:07] The women's health initiative study
[20:23] BHRT and the varieties of estrogen
[29:31] Progesterone
[30:31] Receptor sites
[33:38] Healthy guts and hormones
[37:33] Fat
[43:30] Aging appropriately
Where to Find Guest:
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Memorable Quotes:
"We don't just want dense bones, we want strong bones and they're not always the same thing." [6:20] – Dr. Yvonne
"That’s my mission -blow up osteoporosis in the way we diagnosis, manage and treat it." [11:02] – Debi
"There's so much we have control over in our health. So much." [11:17] – Dr. Yvonne
"We are a multi-faceted being and that’s why we can't just do pills for things." [28:11] – Debi
"Hormones only work when they attach to the receptor." [31:26] – Dr. Yvonne
"Unhealthy gut leads to abnormal hormones." [33:48] - Dr. Yvonne
"If we do it right, we can maintain the high benefits [of hormones] for a long time and minimize the risk and that’s what we want." [42:10] – Dr. Yvonne
"My goal is to be the strongest healthiest version of myself." [45:21] - Debi
To learn more about me and to stay connected, click on the links below:
- Instagram: @debirobinsonwellness
- Website: DebiRobinson.com
- Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program
** For FULL show notes, please visit: https://debirobinson.com/episode78/