#166 Is Your Gut Causing Bone Loss? What Most Osteoporosis Plans Miss w/ Steven Wright + BoneCoach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia

The Bone Coach Osteoporosis & Bone Health Podcast

The Bone Coach Osteoporosis & Bone Health Podcast
#166 Is Your Gut Causing Bone Loss? What Most Osteoporosis Plans Miss w/ Steven Wright + BoneCoach™ Osteoporosis & Osteopenia
Mar 20, 2026 Season 1 Episode 166
Kevin Ellis

Still losing bone even though you’re taking calcium?

Struggling with bloating, IBS, or digestive issues alongside osteoporosis?

Wondering if your gut could be quietly impacting your bone density?

Then this episode is for you.

I sat down with gut health specialist and HealthyGut.com founder Steven Wright, who overcame severe IBS after years of navigating both conventional and alternative medicine, and we explored the connection between gut health and bone remodeling.

We discuss how poor digestion, low stomach acid, microbiome imbalance, chronic inflammation, and low levels of the short-chain fatty acid butyrate may contribute to bone loss, and the foundational steps that may help restore balance.

Topics Covered

00:00 – Episode Start
02:46 – Steven’s IBS Story & Breaking Point
06:09 – The Specific Carbohydrate Diet
09:46 – The Gut-Bone Health Connection
10:12 – Microbiome & Bone Remodeling
12:34 – Stomach Acid & Mineral Absorption
17:12 – Short Chain Fatty Acids Explained
18:15 – Butyrate & Chronic Disease
23:01 – Carnivore & Vegan Diet Risks
25:24 – Why Probiotics Aren’t Enough
26:30 – Why Butyrate May Be Missing
29:05 – Tributyrin Explained
35:47 – Step-by-Step Gut Optimization
38:46 – Where to Find/Connect with Steven Wright


Resources Mentioned

https://bonecoach.com/blogs/podcast/is-your-gut-causing-bone-loss-what-most-osteoporosis-plans-miss-w-steven-wright-kalish-functional-medicine-institute-gut-health-specialist

  • Tributyrin-X (a butyrate supplement)

Available at HealthyGut.com

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Medical Disclaimer

The information contained within this episode should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare team before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, or supplement routine.