Ep. 652 Undereating, Fasting, and Bone Density | Undereating, Fasting, Bone Density

Welcome to the latest Midlife Minute.

In this episode, I answer questions related to disordered relationships with food, relative energy deficiency, bone health, and intermittent fasting. 

Stay tuned to learn what can happen to your body when you’re undernourished, and how to approach intermittent fasting in a way that supports your health instead of adding more stress.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

How fasting culture can sometimes intersect with undernourishing the body

The link between a lifetime of anorexia, fasting, and restrictive eating and lower bone mineral density in midlife

The importance of restoring energy availability

The endocrine and metabolic changes that can accompany loss of the menstrual cycle

When transdermal estradiol and progesterone may be appropriate if menstrual recovery does not occur

The importance of getting enough protein, fiber, healthy fats, and overall nourishment when fasting intermittently

What to consider when using electrolytes during a fast

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