I received some words of encouragement from Dr. Steven D’Antonio, the naturopathic doctor who first started me on the healthier diet and supplements that grew to become my OsteoDiet for reversing osteoporosis and promoting bone health. When he read about my biking accident, Dr. Steve wrote: “Sorry to hear about your fall. With all of […]
— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
Kathleen Alford
Progress Report – Visit to Dr. White on Monday, 6/30/08; Faith Reflection – The Scenic Route
Orthopedic surgeon Dr. George White and his physician’s assistant, Mr. Steven Anderson, had another X-ray taken of my arm to see if the shoulder bones are staying in the right position for healing. They are! So, now it’s two weeks down, ten to go in healing from the fractures. I go back again next week […]
Hydrocodone/APAP for Pain Relief: Product Review
What it’s for: Hydrocodone is a narcotic analgesic (painkiller) related to codeine. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone. Hydrocodone/APAP combines both of these analgesics to relieve moderate to severe pain. What’s good about it: When I broke my shoulder last week, the ER doctor gave me a prescription […]
Top 10 Ways to Heal a Broken Bone FASTER!
What can you do if you break a bone? How can you help your body heal most efficiently? Last week, I broke my left shoulder in a bike accident and researched and dug deep to get a good list to follow. If you’re following my osteoporosis diet already, most of these will already be covered. […]
Faith Reflection – “Give Thanks in All Circumstances”
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 When bad things used to happen to me, my first reaction was to be mad at God. Why did He allow this terrible thing to happen to me? Why didn’t He rescue […]
Weekly Workout: While My Broken Shoulder Heals
While my humeral fractures heal, the doctor says: No driving, no swimming, no biking, no boogie boarding, no running, etc. My left arm must NOT BE MOVED and must remain in the sling and swath, bound firmly to my side. This does not mean, however, that working out is out of the question. On the […]
An Unexpected Break!
On Monday, June 16, 2008, I was gliding down the hill on my daughter’s bike toward my house when I squeezed the left hand break. Little did I know that this action would lock up the front wheel. Over the handle bars I flew, landing full force on my left shoulder. Major ouch! A man […]
Motivation: My Aunt’s Story
I have a wonderful aunt whom I love dearly who has severe osteoporosis and scoliosis. She was the picture of health when she was younger, and she lived a very active life. Now she is in her 80’s and experiences much back pain. I have shared with her about the benefits of an alkaline diet […]
Top 10 Bone-Building Foods
Here are my top 10 favorite alkalyzing, bone-building foods! 1. Water with lemon or lime. It’s great any time! 2. Tomatoes of all kinds–cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, and those big, juicy on-the-vine tomatoes. 3. Almonds, including raw almonds, almond butter, and almond milk. 4. Broccoli, especially steamed with tomatoes and sunflower seeds. 5. […]
100% Whey Protein from Biochem Sports: Product Review
What it’s for: “Biochem’s Ultimate Lo Carb™ Whey contains 100% Pure Ultra-Filtered/Micro-Filtered (UF/MF) whey protein isolate, the finest quality and most easily assimilated whey protein isolate available, with 99% undenatured whey peptides.” For those of us who are looking to add high-quality, easily digestible protein to our diets, Biochem’s 100% Whey Protein is a welcome […]
Top 10 JOYS of Bone-Healthy Eating!
Some people think that staying on this diet is a chore, but the JOYS of bone-healthy eating far outweigh any inconvenience or self-denial involved. Here’s a list of the top 10 benefits! 1. Pain free! No more headaches, muscle aches, joint aches, or aching feet. 2. Clothes fitting with ease! No more stretching and pulling […]
Ginger Stir Fry Veggies
Here’s a delicious alkalyzing recipe that’s good for your bones…and your tastebuds! 2 tbsp olive oil 1/4 cup water 1 cup sliced tomatoes 1 cup sliced onions 1 cup of fresh green beans 1 cup of sliced mushrooms 1 cup of sliced zucchini 1 cup of sliced yellow summer squash 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 […]