The Dr. Doug Show

ADHD, Hormones & Perimenopause: What Women Need to Know | Dr. Jolene Brighten Interview

Why are so many women noticing ADHD symptoms for the first time in midlife? In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas sits down with Dr. Jolene Brighten to explore how perimenopaus

Osteoporosis, Sex and Fracture Risk: What’s Actually Safe?

Can you safely have sex with osteoporosis? In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas explores what the research says about osteoporosis, intimacy and fracture risk. Learn how spine

Dr. David Perlmutter: The Lifestyle Habits That Protect Your Brain & Bones

Dr. Doug sits down with neurologist and bestselling author, Dr. David Perlmutter, to explore the surprising overlap between brain health and bone health. They discuss how

This Birth Control Was Linked to 5% Hip Bone Loss in Just 2 Years

Depo-Provera is an injectable birth control linked to measurable bone loss, particularly at the hip. In this video, Dr. Doug breaks down what the research shows, whether

GLP-1s, Weight Loss, and Your Bone Health

GLP-1 medications can support significant weight loss, but some of that loss may come from lean mass, including muscle and bone. In this episode, Dr. Doug breaks down the

Your Wrist Says Osteoporosis, but Your Hip and Spine Don’t. Now What?

In this video, Dr. Doug Lucas explains what it means when a DEXA scan shows osteoporosis at the wrist, but not at the hip or spine. He breaks down when the one-third radi

Whole Body Vibration for Osteoporosis: Does It Really Work?

In this episode, Dr. Doug explores the latest research and practical insights on whole body vibration as an alternative to impact training for bone health. He discusses d

Is Osteoporosis Genetic? What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling You

Dr. Doug explores the role of genetics in osteoporosis and emphasizes the power of lifestyle choices in influencing bone health. Challenging the notion that genetics pred

Should You Jump for Bone Health? What the Research Actually Shows

In this episode, Dr. Doug explores the effectiveness and safety of jumping as a bone health intervention, especially for postmenopausal women. He reviews research, discus

Collagen for Bone Health: What the Research Really Shows

In this video, Dr. Doug Lucas reviews whether collagen can actually support bone health, looking at the limited human research, why Fortibone has the strongest data, and

Does Your Protein Source Matter for Bone Health?

In this video, Dr. Doug Lucas breaks down why animal protein is generally more bioavailable than plant protein for bone and muscle health. He also explains how anti-nutri

Weighted Vest vs Whole Body Vibration for Bone Density: What This New Study Really Shows

In this video, Dr. Doug breaks down a brand-new 2026 study on weighted vests vs. whole body vibration for bone density, osteoporosis, and osteopenia. He explains why the

Why 1 in 4 Women on Hormones Are Still Losing Bone (And How to Know If You're One)

In this video, Dr. Doug explains how estrogen dose, estradiol levels, and bone turnover markers can help show whether HRT is truly supporting bone health. He breaks down

Is REMS Bone Density Testing Accurate? New Study Raises Questions

In this episode, Dr. Doug explores the validity of REMs as a bone imaging technology, analyzing recent studies and expert opinions to determine its reliability compared t

Calcium Supplements and Bone Health: What You Need to Know in 2026

In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas breaks down the latest thinking on calcium supplements for bone health, including the fear around calcium and heart attack risk. He explai

How Environmental Toxins Affect Inflammation, Gut Health, and Your Bones with Michele Scarlet

Explore how environmental toxins may impact overall health, inflammation, oxidative stress, and bone health with Michele Scarlet, FDN-P. In this conversation, Dr. Doug an

Osteoporosis Treatment: Best Order for Medications Explained

This video from Douglas Lucas breaks down how osteoporosis medications should be used strategically, not just prescribed in isolation. He explains that drug sequencing ma

Bone Health Supplements in 2026: What We’re Doing Differently

A simplified 2026 supplement approach focused on what actually supports bone strength and reduces fracture risk. Dr. Doug breaks down the science behind key supplements i

Bone Loss & Gut Health: Why the Gut–Bone Connection Matters More Than You Think

New research on Bondia (SBD111) highlights the powerful connection between gut health, inflammation, and bone loss. In this video, Dr. Doug breaks down how this medical f

Can You Combine Osteoporosis Medications with Natural Bone Building? Here’s What to Know

In this video, Dr. Doug Lucas revisits bisphosphonate drugs, explaining that while they can effectively increase bone density and reduce fracture risk short term, they ar