Menopause and Bone Health

Bone Health is the Foundation of Longevity

Menopause and Bone Health:
What You Need to Know.

The NHS defines menopause simply as “when your periods stop due to lower hormone levels.” But for many women, the experience is anything but simple.

Menopause brings a wide range of challenges—low mood, anxiety, hot flushes, and more. While hot flushes are one of the most well-known symptoms, a lesser-known but serious effect is osteoporosis.

During menopause—sometimes called “the change” — levels of oestrogen decline significantly. Oestrogen plays a crucial role in bone health:

It binds to receptors in the bone, stimulating the creation of new bone cells that keep bones strong.
It also helps suppress the activity of osteoclasts, the cells that break down bone.

When oestrogen levels fall, bones begin to break down more quickly than they can rebuild. This imbalance leads to weaker bones and a higher risk of fractures.

Don't Let Age Weaken You

How to Support Your Bone Health During Menopause

The good news is, there are steps you can take to protect and strengthen your bones:

Lead a healthy lifestyle: Smoking and excessive alcohol intake can accelerate bone loss.
Focus on nutrition: A balanced diet supported by calcium and vitamin D is essential for bone strength.
Exercise regularly: Weight-bearing exercise, such as walking, resistance training, or yoga, stimulates bone growth and helps maintain bone density.

Knowledge is Power

Identify risks early and take control of your long-term bone health.

The most effective way to navigate menopause is through understanding the changes happening in your body and acting on them early.

At BodyView, our DEXA bone health scan provides the most accurate measurement of bone density at the spine and hip—the key sites for detecting osteoporosis risk. Your results create a reliable baseline to track over time.

Our highly trained consultants will guide you through your results and offer tailored recommendations to help protect and improve your bone health. Regular monitoring is the best way to stay ahead of osteoporosis and take control of your wellbeing during menopause and beyond.