Prevention is Power: Protecting Bone Health in Perimenopause with Rebekah Rotstein & Dr. Jennifer Han

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Today’s episode is titled “Prevention is Power: Protecting Bone Health in Perimenopause”. Rebekah Rotstein & Dr. Jennifer Han focus on the holistic and practical strategies for bone health during perimenopause, shifting the conversation from doom-and-gloom to actionable steps. The discussion highlights the critical role of community and support in managing an osteopenia or osteoporosis diagnosis, the importance of movement, resistance training, and essential nutrients like calcium and Vitamin D (stressing the difficulty of getting enough from diet alone), and the benefit of complementary therapies (like acupuncture and yoga) alongside traditional medical treatments.

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Meet Today’s Experts

Rebekah Rotstein, NCPT, is a highly respected movement educator and industry leader in Pilates, bone health, and movement education. After receiving a diagnosis of osteoporosis at the age of 28, she channeled her expertise as a certified Pilates instructor and former ballet dancer into researching and creating the medically-endorsed Buff Bones® system. This exercise method focuses on bone-strengthening, balance, and functional movement, and she now travels the world presenting at conferences and training instructors in her research-supported approach to preventing and managing bone and joint issues.

Dr. Jennifer Han is a PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy), a Board-Certified Clinical Pharmacist and an expert in nutrition and medication therapy. She is the Co-founder of Seen Nutrition, a company that develops real-food supplements. She previously served as a clinical pharmacist and co-managed the interdisciplinary pain program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Her personal experience with pre-menopausal osteoporosis inspired her to co-found Seen Nutrition to focus on creating more bioavailable calcium supplements for bone health. Due to her advanced training and board-certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP), she has expertise in treating chronic conditions like diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and pain, with a specific focus on nutrition and diet.

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Disclaimer: This content is not medical advice, it does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek professional medical advice.