In this powerful and enlightening episode, I sit down with Dr. Aimee Duffy, triple-board-certified functional medicine physician and regenerative health expert, to uncover the deeper biochemical, hormonal, and cellular factors driving bone loss. Dr. Duffy shares how chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, gut dysfunction, emotional trauma, immune imbalance, and mitochondrial decline all impact the body’s ability to repair — including the repair of your bones.

We talk about the connection between stress, trauma, and physical degeneration; how the nervous system affects hormone balance; and why rebuilding bone health requires more than calcium supplements and heavy weights. Dr. Duffy explains that bone loss is rarely an isolated condition — it’s a downstream effect of a body that’s inflamed, depleted, stressed, or biochemically out of balance.

This episode will give you hope, validation, and a deeper understanding of how to support your bones from the inside out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The biochemical and cellular drivers of bone loss
• How stress, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation affect bone-building
• Why inflammation and oxidative stress accelerate aging and degeneration
• How gut health influences nutrient absorption and hormone balance
• The role of mitochondria in energy, healing, and bone remodeling
• How emotions and past experiences impact physical health
• Why restoring internal balance must come before advanced therapies
• Practical, everyday steps to support your healing and strengthen your bones
  
  

Action Steps You Can Take Today

1. Support your gut with whole foods, hydration, minerals, and fiber-rich meals.
2. Regulate your nervous system through deep breathing, meditation, grounding, or yoga.
3. Reduce inflammatory loads by limiting sugar, alcohol, processed oils, and stress.
4. Strengthen your mitochondria with sunlight, movement, quality sleep, and clean nutrition.
5. Address emotional stress or unresolved trauma that keeps the body in survival mode.
6. Incorporate minerals and antioxidants for cellular support (magnesium, potassium, trace minerals).
7. Seek functional testing to understand hormones, oxidative stress, gut health, and inflammation markers.
   
   

Resources & Links

• Learn more about Dr. Aimee Duffy: https://www.aimeeduffymd.com/
• Debi Robinson Wellness: https://debirobinson.com
• Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program: https://debirobinson.com/healthy-gut-healthy-bones/
  
  

Debi’s Takeaway

Your bones are not the problem — they are the result of what’s happening inside your body. Bone loss is a message, not a failure. When you reduce inflammation, strengthen your mitochondria, heal your gut, regulate your stress, nourish your cells, and support your emotional wellbeing, your bones receive the signal that it’s finally safe to rebuild. Healing begins the moment your internal environment becomes supportive of repair.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Susan Brown, medical anthropologist, clinical nutritionist, and founder of Better Bones, to unravel the truth behind modern osteoporosis care. We explore how the DEXA scan became the gold standard—despite its limitations—and why so many women are being mislabeled as “high risk” when the full picture of bone strength has never been evaluated.

Dr. Brown brings a rare combination of science, global anthropology, and decades of clinical research to explain why bone density is not the only indicator of fracture risk, why stress is one of the biggest bone disruptors, and how minerals, digestion, muscle strength, and lifestyle patterns create a much more accurate blueprint of true bone health.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or frightened by a diagnosis, this episode will help you breathe again—and understand your bones in an entirely new way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why DEXA scans are often misleading, especially for petite women
• The history of osteoporosis and how its definition was created
• The 20 essential nutrients your bones require daily
• Why chronic stress and cortisol silently dissolve bone
• How muscle strength reflects bone strength
• The surprising accuracy of ancient healing systems like Ayurveda
• Why heavy lifting is not the only path to stronger bones
• How digestion, mineral balance, and oxidative stress influence bone remodeling
• How to build confidence and reduce fear after an osteoporosis diagnosis
  
  

Action Steps You Can Take Today

1. Reduce stress daily through breathing, meditation, nature walks, or grounding
2. Support digestion to improve nutrient absorption
3. Add bone-supportive nutrients, including magnesium, vitamin K2, trace minerals, and potassium-rich foods
4. Build muscle gradually using movements that feel safe and functional
5. Shift toward alkaline-leaning eating patterns with more fruits and vegetables
6. Get your Vitamin D and hormone levels checked
7. Learn the “witness practice” to observe thoughts instead of internalizing fear
8. Explore your medical osteoporosis workup to uncover underlying causes
   
   

Resources & Links

• Better Bones Website: https://betterbones.com
• Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones Program
• Stronger Bones Lifestyle Programs & Resources
  
  

Debi’s Takeaway

You are so much more than a T-score. Your bones are alive, responsive, adaptable, and deeply influenced by how you eat, move, think, and live. Don’t let fear of a diagnosis shape the rest of your life. When you nourish your body, calm your nervous system, and support your digestion and mineral balance, your bones can—and will—respond. Healing is possible.

The holidays are meant for joy, connection, and celebration — but for many women managing bone health issues with osteoporosis or osteopenia, this season can feel stressful and full of temptation. In this solo episode, Debi shares her Holiday Survival Guide for Osteoporosis, offering empowering tips to help you enjoy the festivities without compromising your bone health.

You’ll learn how to make smart food swaps, manage stress, and keep inflammation down while still indulging in the flavors and fun of the holidays.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The most common holiday bone health pitfalls and how to avoid them
• How to enjoy festive foods without triggering inflammation or bone loss
• Simple ways to reduce stress hormones that weaken bones
• Tips for staying hydrated and energized when celebrations get busy
• How to honor your body’s limits and listen to your inner wisdom during the season

🧘‍♀️ Action Steps

1. Plan ahead: Bring a bone-healthy dish to gatherings or swap out sugary treats for nutrient-dense options.
   
   
2. Stay mindful: Enjoy your favorite foods slowly, savoring every bite — awareness reduces overindulgence.
   
   
3. Hydrate and move: Drink water throughout the day and take short walks to keep your circulation and energy flowing.
   
   
4. Prioritize rest: Sleep is when your body regenerates bone tissue — don’t let late nights steal your recovery time.
   
   
5. Reset your mindset: One indulgent meal won’t break your progress; get back to your healthy habits the next day.
   
   

🔗 Resources and Links

• 🌿 Join the Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones Program: debirobinson.com/healthy-gut-healthy-bones
  
  
• 💌 Work with Debi: Book a consultation
  
  
• 🦴 Follow on Instagram: @debirobinsonwellness
  
  

💭 Debi’s Takeaway

“The holidays shouldn’t be about restriction — they’re about connection. When you tune into your body, nourish it with intention, and honor its limits, you can enjoy every moment and keep your bones strong. This season, give yourself the gift of mindful celebration.”

Could fasting be one of the most overlooked tools for improving bone health, supporting osteoporosis and osteopenia, and strengthening your metabolism?

In this episode, functional bone health expert Debi Robinson sits down with Registered Dietitian Ashley Bizzell to explore how intermittent fasting and autophagy support not only metabolic healing but also healthier, stronger bones.

Ashley shares her path from traditional nutrition roles to functional metabolic medicine, where she now helps women reduce inflammation, balance hormones, improve insulin sensitivity, and support healthier aging.

Together, Debi and Ashley break down how fasting influences bone density, why cellular renewal is essential for osteoporosis and osteopenia, and how women can safely integrate fasting into a bone-supportive lifestyle.

They also dive into the Fasting Mimicking Diet developed by Dr. Valter Longo, explaining how it offers the benefits of fasting without full deprivation while supporting energy, gut health, and bone strength.

• The difference between fasting, starvation, and metabolic healing for women with osteoporosis or osteopenia
• How fasting activates autophagy and supports cellular repair that strengthens bones
• The connection between metabolism, insulin resistance, inflammation, and bone loss
• Why hormonal balance is essential for maintaining and improving bone density
• How the Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) works and why it can be a safe strategy for bone health
• The role of hydration, nutrient density, and gut health during fasting for optimal bone support

• Start small: Begin with a gentle 12–14 hour overnight fast to support metabolic repair and bone renewal.
• Focus on hydration: Keep water and herbal teas flowing to support your metabolism, gut, and bones.
• Nourish wisely: Choose whole, nutrient-dense foods with plenty of healthy fats and minerals your bones need.
• Support your gut: A healthy microbiome improves nutrient absorption and helps strengthen bones from the inside out.
• Explore FMD: Consider guided fasting options like the Fasting Mimicking Diet to support cellular health and bone density.

• Learn about the Fasting Mimicking Diet (ProLon) → prolonlife.com
• Explore Elra Health and L-Nutra Health → lnutrahealth.com
• Listen to more episodes → Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast
• Build strength from within → Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones Program
• Follow Debi on Instagram → @debi_robinson_yoga

True healing is built on rhythm, rest, and renewal — not restriction.
When we give our bodies space to clean, repair, and rebalance, we support the metabolic and hormonal foundations needed for stronger bones and better aging.
Start slow, listen to your body, and let gentle fasting become a supportive tool in your osteoporosis or osteopenia healing journey.

What if chronic inflammation, mold exposure, or unresolved emotional stress were silently accelerating osteoporosis or osteopenia?

In this eye-opening episode, functional bone health expert Debi Robinson sits down with Dr. Kelly McCann, a leading functional MD and environmental medicine specialist, to uncover the hidden triggers behind bone loss that most women never hear about.

Dr. McCann explains how mast cell activation (MCAS), mold toxicity, and environmental chemicals can weaken bones, disrupt hormones, and fuel chronic inflammation. Together, she and Debi explore the deeper terrain of bone health—how your immune system, nervous system, and even emotional experiences shape your risk for osteoporosis and osteopenia.

This episode goes far beyond calcium and vitamin D. It’s about understanding the environmental, biochemical, and emotional roots of bone loss so you can build strong, resilient bones for life.

• How mast cell activation (MCAS) contributes to inflammation that accelerates bone loss
• The link between mold exposure, toxins, and the development of osteoporosis or osteopenia
• Why your symptoms may be communication, not malfunction, especially when it comes to bone health
• How emotional stress, trauma, and dysregulation of the nervous system can weaken bones
• Practical, actionable ways to reduce toxic load and support bone density
• How to create balance physically, emotionally, and energetically to strengthen your bones from the inside out

• Audit your environment: Look for hidden mold, water damage, or chemical exposures that may be fueling inflammation and bone loss.
• Clean up your kitchen: Swap non-stick pans for stainless steel, cast iron, or ceramic to reduce toxin exposure that affects bone health.
• Hydrate and nourish: Drink filtered water and build meals around whole, anti-inflammatory foods to support osteoporosis and osteopenia.
• Reduce daily toxic load: Avoid synthetic fragrances, plastic bottles, and harsh cleaners that may disrupt hormones and bone density.
• Calm your stress response: Use breathwork, meditation, or gentle yoga to regulate your nervous system and protect your bones.
• Seek functional support: Work with a practitioner if you suspect mold toxicity, MCAS, or chronic inflammation impacting your bones.

• Learn more about Dr. Kelly McCann: The Spring Center
• Listen to more episodes of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast
• Strengthen from the inside out: Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones Program
• Visit debirobinson.com for resources and upcoming events

Bone health is about much more than nutrients—it’s about your environment, your stress levels, and how your body communicates with you.

As Dr. McCann reminds us, inflammation, toxins, and emotional stress can erode bone strength just as powerfully as nutritional deficiencies. When you listen to your body, address hidden triggers, and create safety in your inner world, your bones can finally begin to rebuild.

Your body isn’t failing—it’s speaking. The more you listen, the stronger your bones can become.

What if your blood sugar was secretly affecting your bone strength? In this episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast, I sit down with Ben Tzeel, a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, and strength coach who’s been living with type 1 diabetes for over two decades.

We dive deep into how blood sugar balance, inflammation, and strength training intersect to influence bone health, muscle development, and longevity. Whether you’re managing diabetes, prediabetes, or simply want to feel stronger and more balanced, this episode will change the way you think about your metabolism — and your bones.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The surprising ways insulin resistance and inflammation contribute to bone loss
• How strength training improves blood sugar balance and boosts bone density
• Why slow, controlled movements can be safer — and more effective — than lifting heavy too soon
• The importance of hydration, protein, and proper recovery in maintaining strong muscles and bones
• How to interpret blood sugar trends and use them to guide your fitness and nutrition choices
  
  

Action Steps

1. Lift smart, not just heavy. Focus on form, control, and consistency — 3 seconds up, 3 seconds down.
   
   
2. Prioritize protein. Include quality protein in every meal to support bone and muscle repair.
   
   
3. Hydrate daily. Water keeps tissues flexible and supports blood sugar balance.
   
   
4. Move often. Daily walking, yoga, or resistance training keeps joints and bones active.
   
   
5. Monitor your stress. Elevated cortisol weakens bones — prioritize rest and recovery.
   
   

Resources and Links

• Learn more about Ben’s work: Your Diabetes Insider
  
  
• Follow Ben on Instagram: @manofzeel
  
  
• Listen to more episodes of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast
  
  
• 🌿 Heal from the inside out with Debi’s signature program: Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones
  
  

Debi’s Takeaway

Your bones and metabolism are more connected than you think.

When you fuel your body, move mindfully, and manage stress, you’re not just preventing fractures — you’re building a stronger foundation for your entire life.

Your body is always listening. Treat it with care, consistency, and compassion — and it will reward you with strength and stability from the inside out.

In this episode, Debi Robinson talks with Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, a naturopathic doctor specializing in long COVID, chronic fatigue, and environmental medicine. Together, they explore the deep connections between energy depletion, inflammation, and bone loss — and how true healing begins from within.

Dr. Jenny explains how post-viral illness and stress can disrupt your body’s terrain — the internal environment that determines how well you absorb nutrients, manage inflammation, and rebuild your bones. You’ll learn why fatigue isn’t just about energy; it’s a message from your body that something deeper needs attention.

If you’ve been struggling with exhaustion, brain fog, or unexplained bone loss, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and tools to help you recover your vitality and strength naturally.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The connection between long COVID, chronic fatigue, and bone health
• How inflammation and acidity weaken your body’s terrain and bone-building capacity
• Why stress hormones like cortisol can dissolve bone tissue
• The importance of detoxification and restoring energy flow
• How to rebuild your body’s foundation using naturopathic and lifestyle tools
  
  
  

Action Steps

1. Listen to your body. Fatigue is a signal that your system is out of balance, not just a lack of willpower.
   
   
2. Support detox pathways. Focus on hydration, fiber-rich foods, and gentle movement to support the liver and lymphatic system.
   
   
3. Reduce inflammation. Choose anti-inflammatory foods, manage stress, and prioritize quality sleep.
   
   
4. Rebuild from within. Consider working with a holistic or functional practitioner to address underlying causes like gut health and adrenal fatigue.
   
   
5. Stay patient. Healing deep imbalances takes time—start where you are, and be consistent with self-care practices.
   
   

Visit Dr. Jenny Tufenkian’s work and resources: www.drjennytufenkian.com

Listen to more episodes: Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast

Learn how to heal your bones and gut from the inside out: Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones Program

Debi’s Takeaway

Your energy is your body’s currency — and when you’re constantly spending it on stress, inflammation, or recovery from illness, there’s little left for building strong bones. Healing starts when you support your body’s terrain — your gut, your detox systems, your emotional balance — so your bones can thrive again.

When Mary was diagnosed with osteoporosis, fear and confusion took over. Doctors told her the only option was medication — but deep down, she knew there had to be another way.

In this inspiring episode of the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast, Debi Robinson sits down with Mary, one of her Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones graduates, to share her journey of rebuilding bone health naturally from the inside out.

Discover how Mary uncovered the root causes of her bone loss; gut inflammation, poor digestion, and nutrient absorption—and how healing her gut transformed her energy, confidence, and strength.

If you’ve been wondering whether natural bone health recovery is possible, this conversation will give you hope, direction, and proof that your body can heal.

Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction: Mary’s journey to stronger bones

02:15 – The emotional impact of an osteoporosis diagnosis

06:30 – How gut health influences bone strength

12:20 – Identifying inflammation and nutrient absorption issues

18:00 – Healing from the inside out through lifestyle changes

24:45 – Mary’s results and renewed confidence

28:10 – Debi’s advice for anyone feeling stuck or afraid

32:00 – The Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones approach

35:00 – Closing thoughts and resources

What You’ll Learn

• The connection between gut health and bone health
• How inflammation weakens bones—and what to do about it
• Why digestion and nutrient absorption are key to bone strength
• Practical lifestyle shifts for stronger bones naturally
• How mindset and body awareness influence healing

Resources Mentioned

• 🎧 Listen to all episodes: Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast
• 💜 Join the program featured in this episode: Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones
• 🌐 Visit: DebiRobinson.com
  
  

Debi’s Takeaway

Your bones don’t just respond to exercise — they respond to how you nourish and care for your entire body.

When you heal your gut, manage inflammation, and fuel your body with the right nutrients, your bones can rebuild themselves—stronger than ever.

Ready to Start Your Own Bone Health Transformation?

If you’re ready to go deeper into your healing journey, join my signature program:

👉 Healthy Gut, Healthy Bones

You’ll learn how to strengthen your bones naturally—starting from the inside out.