Why every man should care about bone health (especially after 40)
🚹 Bone Loss Isn’t Just a “Women’s Issue”
Up to 25% of men over 50 will experience an osteoporotic fracture — and men are twice as likely to die within a year after a hip fracture compared to women.
Yet most men:
- Never get screened for bone loss
- Don’t know their risk
- Aren’t told how testosterone and insulin impact their bones
- Assume supplements are just “for women”
❗ Male bone loss is often silent, underdiagnosed, and dangerous.
🔬 What Causes Bone Loss in Men?
Cause | How It Harms Bone |
Low testosterone | Reduces bone formation and strength |
High cortisol (stress) | Increases bone breakdown |
Insulin resistance | Triggers inflammation + calcium loss |
Low D, K2, or magnesium | Weakens mineralization and matrix |
Lack of impact/resistance activity | Bone adapts by getting weaker |
Chronic inflammation (CRP, gut, etc.) | Disrupts remodeling |
Certain medications (PPIs, SSRIs, steroids) | Accelerate bone loss |
🧠 Signs You May Be at Risk
- Loss of height
- Frequent muscle strains or joint aches
- History of stress fractures or back pain
- Diagnosed with diabetes or metabolic syndrome
- Feeling “weaker” despite working out
- Long-term use of heartburn, antidepressant, or steroid meds
A Body Comp DEXA might show early red flags — like low lean mass or bone density scores.
🧪 What We Measure in BoneBuilder for Men
- CTX urine (bone breakdown)
- 25(OH)D + PTH
- RBC magnesium
- hs-CRP + insulin resistance panel
- Total + free testosterone, SHBG, estradiol
- LH, FSH (if testosterone is low)
- Ferritin, thyroid panel (common in fatigue)
- Optional: IGF-1, DHEA-S, homocysteine
📈 This gives us a complete metabolic and hormonal view of your bone risk.
💪 Your Treatment Toolkit
Category | Options |
Supplements | Calcium (MCHA), K2 MK-4, D3, magnesium, collagen, omega-3 |
Hormone support | DHEA, adaptogens, enclomiphene (to raise T naturally if needed) |
Lifestyle | Weighted vest, resistance training, vibration plate |
Medications (if needed) | LDN (immune + bone), Rapamycin (anti-inflammatory), referral for Prolia |
Tracking | CTX drop + BMD stabilization every 6–12 months |
📉 For many men, fixing inflammation, boosting testosterone, and dialing in supplements can reverse the trend of bone loss without heavy meds.
✅ Next Steps for Men
- 📋 Complete your intake and DEXA scan
- 🧪 Order labs for hormones + bone markers
- 📞 Schedule consult and review findings
- 🛠️ Start a tailored program — supplements, activity, hormone support
- 📊 Reassess labs in 3–6 months
💬 Common Questions
Do I need testosterone replacement?
→ Not always. We often try natural boosting strategies first unless T is critically low.
What if I already take T or TRT?
→ We’ll work with your existing plan and optimize other bone factors.
Is this for men under 50 too?
→ Yes — especially if you’ve had chronic stress, gut issues, or early signs of metabolic trouble.
Can I do this remotely?
→ Yes — all testing, consults, and protocols can be done via telehealth.
📌 Bottom Line
Men lose bone too.
BoneBuilder gives you a chance to catch it early — and reverse it.