When I was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis at the age of 52, the nurse practioner urged me to take Fosamax. She said I was in danger of fractures at any moment. Shaken, I went home and researched the benefits and side effects of Fosamax, and I refused the treatment. Instead, I opted to see a naturopathic physician, Dr. Steven D’Antonio.
Using computer (LSA) technology, he pinpointed nutritional deficits and prescribed supplements that improved my physical health and emotional outlook. I felt better and slept better than before. However, my next yearly Dexascan revealed that my osteoporosis had worsened. Desolate and desperate, I prepared to leave my position as a middle school math teacher and decided, against my better judgment, to take Fosamax. It was then that a colleague of mine at school told me about Dr. Robert Rogers, an M.D. in Longwood, who had literally saved his life. My first appointment with Dr. Rogers was in April 2007, and what I have learned from Dr. Rogers has set my life in a new direction!
Continuing to work with both Dr. D’Antonio and Dr. Rogers, I have lost 30 pounds in the last 5 months, and I now weigh 112 (down from 142). I feel wonderful, peaceful, healthy, and strong. I want to share with you what I have learned so that you, too, may enjoy good health and live in peace! I’ll be including menus, recipes, medical information, and inspirational reflections to keep us all looking up. If you have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
God bless you, Kathy
I made the worst mistake of my life allowing Prolia around 2012 when it had not been on the market long enough to see the horrible downsides. Now I’m like a fish caught in a gill net – harmed by staying on or by getting off. Because of a medical clerical error early in 2018 my shot was delayed for a few weeks, and I suffered three extremely painful vertebral compression fractures and have no realistic chance that I can see of getting my normal life back again. I’m 82 years old and I started a blog to warn others — anyone is welcome to have a look at http://www.JoansBackboneDisaster.com. It’s nowhere as professional looking as this one, but it gives me a place to share my story and the things I’ve learned since in hopes of warning others! How I wish I could turn back the clock and undo the horrible mistake I made of agreeing to Prolia. I know many of the resources you mention and appreciate the great work you are doing!
I am happy as Dr. Lance sensitive treatment of Osteoporosis using herbal medications touched me deeply.
I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis, my medical condition was heart broken. The first thing I did was get myself informed. I was subjected to different medications, by my doctors for treatment without the assurance of having a permanent cure. Despite my visit to several doctors my health wasn’t getting better, I took Fosamax 70 mg once weekly for nine months until I could no longer endure the side effects. I’ve made many lifelong friends when I was looking for a natural cure for my ailment. At the verge of giving up, I went to the internet to search for a treatment at least. But I found a cure instead. I read a testimony of a lady just like mine and the good news was that after using herbal medicine she was cured. She shared an e-mail address about the Doctor who treated her using Herbal Medication without complications. I was lucky to have access to Herbal Medicine, and have a pretty normal life now. I am 64years Sure, it has been challenging, and there have been many ups and downs, if you’re having Osteoporosis this is not the end of the world don’t ever lose hope. I want to tell you that you need to learn to love yourself just the way you are- you are a special person that deserves love. Never never never give up!!!! Contact him on lancejustin54@gmail.com for more info.
Thanks for your website–reading it got me through the worst pain I’ve ever had, comminuted fracture to humerus and a transverse fracture just below the shoulder–October 11, 2016. Just started PT. You and posters are inspiring me!
Hi,
I just wanted to say thank you for the posts about the shoulder injury. I was run over by a car and completely shattered my scapula, I found your website while searching for tips and recovery. It really helped me, it gave me hope and also I did get a new hair cut too! It’s been 2 years after the injury and I feel pretty good, minor aches and pains during the winter or rainy seasons. However, I’m just active as I used to be. Thanks for your online support. You rock!
Thanks, Alex! I’m so glad you’re feeling better! God bless you today and always!
Kathy
Hi I broke my shoulder simply getting out of bed to go to the bathroom. My PJs wrapped around my foot and I scared across the floor smashed into bedroom door and hit the floor on my right shoulder,! I’m in agony x rays show the break and chips of bone floating about. Am on strong pain meds and feel helpless as I right handed. l can’t even pull up my pants!!
I can’t believe how unsympathetic some people are. I had a nurse twist my elbow in frustration because she wanted a certain X-ray the pain forced out a scream and made me want to faint and vomit. She didn’t apologize just shoved my arm back in the sling and told me to sit outstanding de this ok I was called
Thank you Kathleen for this great blog.
You’re welcome. 🙂
Hi, Sharon. Thanks for writing!
My son, Ryan, is CEO of a web development company, and he manages my website. I’ll pass along your compliment to him. 🙂
I’ll do my best to answer your questions:
Synthroid is a synthetic thyroid hormone and so does not contain the full range of ingredients contained in natural thyroid hormone, such as Armour thyroid.
I eliminated dairy products for two reasons. First, they leave an acid ash when digested, and second, my doctor believes dairy products are causing allergies in my system.
I’m not sure about the benefits of tanning booths vs. natural sunlight. I’ll have to ask my doctor about that one.
I’ve had a Dexascan every year to document the effectiveness of the natural path I have chosen to follow. At this point, my doctor said I don’t need to have any more Dexascans at all! This, because my blood is now in good shape. He said that once the blood is healthy–alkaline pH, clear plasma, no candida yeast indicators, round and undamaged blood cells–the bones will take care of themselves.
I do indeed take a ton of supplements, and I hope to consolidate them and whittle down the expense this year. When I first started seeing Dr. Rogers, he said my adrenal glands were shot, my thyroid was sluggish, and much more. The supplements I take were meant to build up the organs that were in distress. Since I teach Middle School, Dr. Rogers recommended that I stay on the supplements that supply extra nutrients to the adrenal glands because stress is an integral part of my day at my Title I school!
I haven’t read Barbara Kingsolver’s book, but I will order from Amazon.com right away!
As for the dessicated fruit, what brand to you buy?
Thanks again for writing!
Kathy
Hi Kathy,
What a terrific website. Did you hire someone to create it? I, too, am a middle school teacher. I am only subbing now, semi-retired. I have a couple questions for you:
What is wrong with Synthroid? You made it sound like that was not a good drug.
I take a low dosage- .075mg
Why are you eliminating dairy products?
Can we get the sun (D) we need from articificial light, eg. tanning booth?
i live in Seattle where “the sun don’t shine.”
You mentioned taking a bone scan yearly. I was told that every two years is the preferred time. You are getting radiation…Wondering who told you different.
It seems like you take an inordinant amount of supplements. Why aren’t you getting what you need from a sensible diet? Have you read Barbara Kingsolver’s book,
“Animal, Vegetable, Miracle”?
P.S. For classroom snacks, I like to give dessicated fruit-apples, etc. They come packaged.
All the best to you,
Sharon
Thanks for writing! I hope you will find some useful information . I just added two new bone-healthy recipes a few minutes ago for 1) Banana Nut Bread and 2) Scrambled Veggie Omellette. Enjoy!
so glad i perchance stepped onto you website- inspiring as it avoid big name chemicals opting for Nature’s paths – meegwetch 😉
Hi Kathy,
Congratulations on a great web site! I look forward to learning a lot! Hope to see you sometime here or in Florida.
Amy
Hi, Emmy. Thanks for your kind words. I appreciate your taking the time. 🙂
Kathy
Hey Kat,
I just took a look at you site and think it is uplifting and encouraging.
Emmy