Bone health is crucial for women of all ages. Up to 50% of women over the age of 50 may experience osteopenia, a condition where bone density is lower than normal but not low enough to be classified as osteoporosis. Female athletes, particularly those with irregular menstrual cycles, are at an increased risk of developing osteoporosis and sustaining bone fractures.
Our approach includes a comprehensive assessment to evaluate your current bone health taking into consideration evidence from bone scans, hormonal tests, exercise loads, and nutritional status.
As a bone health naturopath we help increase bone density and collagen quality using targeted nutrition, herbal medicine, hormonal support, and gut repair. We address underlying causes of bone loss like inflammation, poor nutrient absorption, and hormonal changes.
At Athlete Sanctuary, we educate and empower you on how to manage your bone health and develop a treatment plan to address current bone status concerns and improve future bone health.
Kate Smyth is a degree‑qualified naturopath, educator, and women’s performance coach.
Kate works with women seeking to improve energy, immunity, gut health, and overall vitality helping them restore balance, build resilience, and perform at their best in sport, work, and life. Her treatments are grounded in evidence‑based practice and shaped by decades of experience supporting active women, junior athletes, and busy mothers.
As an Olympic marathon runner and healthcare professional, Kate brings a rare combination of lived experience and clinical expertise.
