Natural Bone Health: Best Nutrients & Foods for Stronger Bones After 40 | PYHP 165

You’ve probably heard “drink your milk for strong bones,” but there’s much more to bone health
than just calcium—and definitely more than just dairy. In this episode, Dr. Valorie and Dr. Maki
breas down the key nutrients your body needs to build and maintain bone density as you age,
especially during perimenopause and menopause.

From calcium and magnesium to K2, boron, and collagen peptides, we’re covering the
supplements and whole food sources that truly make a difference for your bones. You’ll learn
which forms of calcium are best absorbed, why magnesium matters for your arteries, how
vitamin D and K2 work together, and the underappreciated power of prunes, chia seeds,
sardines, and seaweed.

What You’ll Learn:

• Which forms of calcium are safest and most effective
•  The synergy between magnesium, vitamin D3, and vitamin K2
• How to naturally support your osteoblasts (bone-building cells)
• Best food sources of key bone nutrients
• What to avoid if you’re prone to kidney stones or soft tissue calcification
• The truth about collagen and bone strength

Whether you’re navigating menopause or just want to protect your bones for the long haul, this
episode offers actionable strategies backed by decades of clinical experience.

Don't miss this podcast to building stronger bones—naturally.

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