According to the CDC, overall, the age-adjusted prevalence of osteoporosis among adults aged 50 and over increased from 9.4% in 2007–2008 to 12.6% in 2017–2018 (See this Figure). Osteoporosis prevalence among women increased from 14.0% in 2007–2008 to 19.6% in 2017–2018. And according to this episode’s guest, Dr. Jerilynn Prior, osteoporosis is not something only older women should concern themselves with. It begins in adolescence.Dr. Jerilynn Prior, of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR), is a Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia, with 40 years experience in women’s health.  We discuss the following about bone health.What are the foundations for good bone health?What causes poor bone health and why is bone health important?What are the best vitamins & supplements for bone health? Which forms and doses of them do you need?How are the types of foods you eat connected to bone health?What causes bones to decrease during adolescence and what can you do to strengthen bones in adolescence?Can you reverse bone loss? And is osteoporosis hereditary?Your questions about collagen and medications answered!“It is still not in the textbooks that progesterone increased bone formation. 20% the change in bone over one year was related to the length of the luteal phase. Dietary intake was only 3%.” - Dr. Jerilynn PriorResources:Follow CeMCOR on InstagramCeMCOR Newsletter SignupLearn about Progesterone as a Bone-trophic hormoneLearn about ABCs of Osteoporosis Prevention for Women in MidlifeLearn about Why do I have Osteoporosis? I’m Way too Young!Resources and episodes on Perimenopause & Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter Resources and episodes on Hormones & Menstrual Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok,

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