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Dr. Beverly Yates is flipping the script on osteoporosis and blood sugar imbalances—showing women that metabolic health holds the key to stronger bones and better energy. A diabetes expert with an MIT engineering background, she helps people reverse type 2 diabetes by tackling metabolic imbalances at their core. From watching her own family struggle with diabetes to guiding thousands through blood sugar recovery, Dr. Yates knows firsthand how hidden inflammation is destroying health—and what to do about it.
Dr. Yates shares how high blood sugar wreaks havoc on bone strength, why chronic inflammation is the common thread between diabetes and osteoporosis, and how simple lifestyle changes can prevent both. Whether you’ve been told your bones are weak or you’re frustrated with stubborn blood sugar swings, this episode lays out exactly what’s happening in your body and what you can do to fix it.
Why This Matters to You
- Think osteoporosis is inevitable or blood sugar swings are part of aging?
This episode will show you how to build stronger bones and balance blood sugar naturally. - Can’t figure out why your bones are getting weaker? Learn how high blood sugar damages your bone matrix and what you can do to stop it.
- Tired of unpredictable blood sugar swings? Dr. Yates breaks down why insulin resistance is blocking your progress.
- Think osteoporosis is just about calcium? Discover why gut health, stress, and blood sugar control are just as important.
- Overwhelmed by diet advice? Get clear, actionable strategies to eat in a way that supports both metabolic and bone health.
- Worried about fractures as you age? Find out how strength training improves insulin sensitivity while making your bones more resilient.
Actionable Advice
- Track Your Blood Sugar for Deeper Insight – Use a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) to see exactly how your diet, stress, and movement impact blood sugar so you can make targeted changes.
- Tame Chronic Inflammation – Cut out processed foods and sugar spikes that lead to chronic inflammation, making it easier for your bones to get the nutrients they need to stay strong.
- Use Strength Training to Reverse Insulin Resistance and Strengthen Bones – Prioritize weight-bearing exercises like squats, lunges, and resistance training to lower blood sugar and trigger new bone growth, reducing fracture risk.*
- Balance Stress and Cortisol Levels – Manage stress with daily breathwork, movement, and better sleep to keep cortisol low and prevent unnecessary blood sugar spikes that weaken bones.
- Eat More Fiber to Stabilize Blood Sugar – Aim for 30g of fiber daily from whole foods like leafy greens, flaxseeds, and legumes to slow glucose absorption and nourish gut bacteria that support bone health.
Dr. Yates didn’t always have the answers. Like many health professionals, she was trained in conventional methods that barely scratched the surface of chronic disease. But after seeing type 2 diabetes devastate her family, she knew she had to dig deeper. Using her engineering mindset, she developed a root-cause approach that has helped thousands of people take control of their blood sugar, reverse metabolic damage, and build healthier, stronger bodies. Now, she’s sharing that knowledge so you can do the same.
Links and Resources to Explore
- Dr. Beverly Yates’ Website – https://drbeverlyyates.com
- Free CGM eBook – Learn how a Continuous Glucose Monitor can help you manage blood sugar and improve bone health: https://drbeverlyyates.com/cgm-ebook/
- Natural Healthcare Website – Explore holistic approaches to metabolic and bone health: https://naturalhealthcare.com
- Connect with Dr. Yates on Instagram – https://instagram.com/drbeverlyyates
Your bone health and blood sugar are more connected than you think—but the good news is, you have the power to change both. Whether you’re working to reverse type 2 diabetes or looking to prevent fractures as you age, the strategies Dr. Yates shares will give you the tools to make it happen.
Every choice you make is a signal to your body. Choose strength. Choose resilience. Choose action. Listen to the full episode now!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Oxalates, also known as oxalic acid, are naturally occurring compounds found in many plants, vegetables, and fruits. They are part of a plant’s defense mechanism against predators and can be found in high concentrations in foods like spinach, rhubarb, beets, nuts, chocolate, tea, and certain beans.
Regarding bone health, oxalates can bind to minerals such as calcium in the gut, forming calcium oxalate. This compound is not easily absorbed by the body, meaning the calcium that could have been utilized for bone strengthening is instead excreted. This process can potentially lead to lower calcium availability for bone health, which can be particularly concerning for individuals at risk of osteoporosis or other bone-related issues.
However, for most women, dietary oxalates do not pose a significant threat to bone health, especially if their diet is balanced with enough calcium and they do not have a history of kidney stones.
Your gut is crucial for stronger bones for several reasons:
- Nutrient Absorption: The gut is where most nutrient absorption occurs. For bones to be healthy and strong, they need a variety of nutrients, particularly calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and vitamin D. A healthy gut efficiently absorbs these essential nutrients from your diet and facilitates their transportation to the bones.
- Gut Microbiome and Bone Health: Research has shown that the gut microbiome (the community of bacteria living in your intestines) can influence bone density. Certain gut bacteria help in producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, which have been shown to promote bone health. SCFAs can enhance the absorption of minerals necessary for bone strength and play a role in reducing inflammation, which can negatively affect bone health.
- Hormone Regulation: The gut helps regulate hormones that are involved in bone metabolism, including insulin, thyroid hormones, and sex hormones like estrogen. For example, estrogen is vital for bone density, and gut health can influence estrogen levels through the enterohepatic circulation, where estrogens are processed in the liver and intestines.
- Reducing Inflammation: Chronic inflammation, which can stem from poor gut health, is linked to many conditions that compromise bone strength, such as osteoporosis. A healthy gut helps to reduce systemic inflammation, protecting bones from inflammatory damage.
- Immune System Modulation: The majority of the immune system is located in the gut. An imbalance in the immune system can lead to autoimmune conditions, some of which affect the bones. Maintaining gut health helps to ensure the immune system works correctly, protecting against autoimmune reactions that could impact bone health.
In essence, maintaining a healthy gut contributes significantly to stronger bones by ensuring the effective absorption of vital nutrients, regulating hormones, reducing inflammation, and supporting a healthy immune system. Therefore, a diet rich in bone-healthy nutrients, prebiotics, and probiotics, along with lifestyle factors that promote gut health, is key to maintaining strong bones.