Food as Medicine for Strong Bones With Andrea Beaman & Margie Bissinger

Happy Bones, Happy Life

What if nourishing your bones and body didn’t require pills but simply returning to the wisdom of our ancestors, a practice that is within your reach?

In this episode, I’m joined by holistic health expert Andrea Beaman to dive into the powerful idea that food is medicine. Together, we explore how natural, nutrient-rich foods can support your bones and overall health—just like our ancestors did before modern medicine. Andrea shares her incredible knowledge on making food your first line of defense and healing for your body, especially when managing bone health and living vibrantly with osteoporosis.

Andrea Beaman is a natural foods chef, educator, and holistic health coach dedicated to teaching others how to heal their bodies through traditional healing practices and whole foods. Her approach to wellness has transformed lives by encouraging a return to nature’s nourishing wisdom.

Tune in to discover how food can become your greatest ally in supporting your bones and body!

“I think that modern medicine is great at a lot of stuff–like, if you fall down the stairs or have an accident, they can put you back together. But when it comes to healing the body, strengthening the body, having a strong immune system, having strong bones, you've got to go to food and herbs (what you're putting in your body) to help you develop the blood you need to feed all your organs. So I'm a big believer in using food and herbs as medicine–I'm living proof.” - Andrea Beaman

In this episode:

- [03:24] - Andrea’s healing journey and how she found her path

- [09:30] - How chronic dieting could be harming your bones

- [12:15] - Foods that naturally boost bone health

- [20:01] - Simple ways to incorporate healing herbs into your daily life

- [30:37] - The surprising benefits of common weeds for your well-being

- [32:48] - What ancient medicine reveals about kidney health

- [37:14] - The role of psychological support in wellness

- [40:26] - Discover Andrea’s Food as Medicine Program

Resources mentioned

- Food as Medicine Program - https://andreabeaman.leadpages.co/food-as-medicine-program/ (Coupon code: happybones20 for 20% off)

- Health is Wealth Community - Andreabeaman.com/healthcommunity (Coupon code: happybones20 for 20% off)

- Margie's Osteoporosis Exercises to Strengthen Your Bones and Prevent Fractures - https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/osteoporosis-exercises-to-strengthen-your-bones-and-prevent-fractures

More about Margie

- Website - https://margiebissinger.com/

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en

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