BoneBuilder Guide #9: Men & Bone Loss — A Hidden Epidemic

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?

CauseHow It Harms Bone
Low testosteroneReduces bone formation and strength
High cortisol (stress)Increases bone breakdown
Insulin resistanceTriggers inflammation + calcium loss
Low D, K2, or magnesiumWeakens mineralization and matrix
Lack of impact/resistance activityBone 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

CategoryOptions
SupplementsCalcium (MCHA), K2 MK-4, D3, magnesium, collagen, omega-3
Hormone supportDHEA, adaptogens, enclomiphene (to raise T naturally if needed)
LifestyleWeighted vest, resistance training, vibration plate
Medications (if needed)LDN (immune + bone), Rapamycin (anti-inflammatory), referral for Prolia
TrackingCTX 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

  1. 📋 Complete your intake and DEXA scan
  2. 🧪 Order labs for hormones + bone markers
  3. 📞 Schedule consult and review findings
  4. 🛠️ Start a tailored program — supplements, activity, hormone support
  5. 📊 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.