Bone loss doesn’t come from just one cause.
Stress, mineral imbalances, hormonal shifts, and nervous system overload can all influence bone health in ways that aren’t always obvious early on.
Although this episode originally aired some time ago, its focus on stress and bone health is especially timely as another year begins.
Together with Dr. Louise Swartswalter, we explore how stress, cortisol, brain health, hormones, and mineral balance influence bone density. We cover why calcium alone isn’t enough, how parathyroid hormone and heavy metals can contribute to bone loss, and why stress reduction plays a critical role in building stronger bones.
If you’re doing everything “right” but still not seeing the bone health improvements you expected, this explores how stress, often overlooked, can affect bone health.
Episode Details
Episode Timeline
00:00 – Episode start
01:11 – Introducing today’s guest, Dr. Louise Swartswalter
07:12 – Why bone health is closely tied to brain and nervous system health
07:12 – Calcium balance and why more calcium does not always improve bone density
09:00 – How chronic stress and elevated cortisol accelerate bone loss
09:47 – Nervous system overload and its impact on bone remodeling
11:46 – The brain’s role in hormone signaling that affects bone metabolism
15:23 – Calcium absorption, utilization, and storage beyond intake alone
18:57 – Parathyroid hormone and its role in bone and calcium regulation
19:30 – Hyperparathyroidism as a hidden driver of osteoporosis and bone loss
20:55 – How heavy metals like lead displace calcium and weaken bones
21:53 – Estrogen and hormone balance in preserving bone density
22:27 – Osteoporosis and osteopenia explained through aging and movement
23:04 – Why weight-bearing and resistance exercise are required for strong bones
24:14 – Circulation and blood flow as key factors in bone nourishment
24:14 – Sleep and recovery as foundations for bone health
27:12 – Why supplements alone are not enough for bone healing
29:07 – Where listeners can connect with Dr. Louise Swartswalter
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About the guest
Joining us today to discuss brain health, energy medicine, and multidimensional healing is Dr. Louise Swartswalter.
Dr. Louise Swartswalter is a naturopathic and frequency medicine doctor, transformational coach, speaker, and healer serving women and men worldwide. She is the creator of the Brain Soul Success Academy and the B.R.A.I.N. System, a unique approach designed to support the mind, body, soul, and energetic field simultaneously.
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Louise helps individuals optimize brain function, personal growth, and success in both life and business. Her work extends globally through her team of certified Brain Soul Success Coaches, and she has been featured on KKOB Radio, KOB-TV’s Good Day New Mexico, and Albuquerque Magazine’s Top Docs.
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