I loved this article by Dr. Mark Hyman! And he’s absolutely right when it comes to maintaining a vibrant energy level: If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. What’s so wonderful about this article is that Dr. Hyman makes it sound simple to plan for optimal energy…and it is! Get the story at […]
Upon rising: 8 oz. water Breakfast: Breakfast Shake: 1 cup pure water, 1 scoop of my favorite whole food protein powder, handful of almonds, 1 cup of frozen strawberries Snack: Banana Lunch: Fresh veggie stir-fry with chicken, including zucchini, summer squash, green beans, tomatoes, onion, and garlic, sauteed in olive oil Perrier with lime Supper: […]
Nutrition, posture, and exercise are key to preventing loss of height. For the full story, help yourself to this excellent article from SaveOurBones.com: http://saveourbones.com/top-3-ways-to-prevent-height-loss/
We shared it on this website before: Bisphosphonate drugs that are advertised to help your bones actually harm your bones! In today’s article from SaveOurBones.com, Vivian Goldschmidt, MA, says, “All of this confirms that if you’ve never taken osteoporosis drugs (or if you’ve ditched them), you can be proud of yourself, because you’ve made the […]
Before Workout: Banana 16 oz. water Breakfast: 2 slices of no-nitrate turkey bacon 2 slices of millet bread 1 Omega 3 egg 8 oz. water Cup of Dandy Blend + 1 tbsp of Natural Bliss creamer, vanilla Snack: 2 cups of fresh fruit: watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, strawberries, grapes, and pineapple Lunch: Leftover chicken, long […]
Lots of protein and vegetables today… Breakfast: 1 Scrambled egg 2 Slices of millet bread, toasted 2 tsp Earth Balance buttery spread 1 cup of Dandy Blend + 1 tbsp Natural Bliss creamer, vanilla 16 oz. pure water Lunch: Large bowl of steamed cabbage with turkey sausage medallions 8 oz water Snack: 5 Almond butter […]
Merck, the global pharmaceutical and chemical company that developed the osteoporosis drug, Fosamax, has recently lost two cases. The most recent one – Scheinberg vs. Merck – puts Merck on the hot seat for failing to warn the consumer adequately about the extremely harmful side effects of Fosamax. To read more about it, check out […]
We love good bacteria! Yes, we’ve talked before about how good probiotics are for bones. Here’s the link to a new article from Vivian Goldschmidt, MA, of SaveOurBones.com extolling the benefits of probiotics for bone health: http://saveourbones.com/just-revealed-the-startling-connection-between-your-bones-and-your-belly/
My dear friend (you know who you are), How wonderful that you have decided to travel the natural road to health and bone strength! Time to thank Our Lord for blessings received! Now that you are ready for the second step, I invite you to do the following during this month: 1) Test your pH […]
Got milk? Despite the prevailing myth that milk is good for your bones, Vivian Goldschmidt of SaveOurBones.com warns that milk and other dairy products might actually be harming your bones! Here’s the link to her latest article on the problems that most people face in digesting milk, even if they don’t know they have the […]
Almond Butter Balls are a scrumptious treat that makes a perfect, bone-building snack or dessert! Mix together in a large bowl: 1 jar of raw Almond Butter (made only from raw almonds with no cane sugar or other fillers) 1 cup of chocolate protein powder 1 cup of dark chocolate chips 1 cup of organic, […]
Breakfast (on the go): 1 Glenny’s brand “Cranberry & Almond” whole fruit and nut bar 1 Banana 16 oz. water Lunch: Omelet made with 2 Omega 3 eggs, beef sausage, kale, tomatoes, green peppers, onions, and mushroom. 8 oz. water 1 cup of Dandy Blend with 1 tbsp Natural Bliss creamer Snack: 20 Cherry tomatoes […]
This past week a reader introduced me to Dr. Whiting and his work at the Institute of Nutritional Sciences. I just checked out his videos on YouTube and was quite impressed! If you’d like to take a look-and-listen, too, click on these links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E19tDPt_tRY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SFQOfNgLKc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7N5x3ezxfno http://www.phoenixnutritionals.com/ldo.html http://www.healthyinformation.com/staff2.asp
Giving up harmful foods can be hard. Replacing them with something healthier and yummier, however, can be fun and delicious! To that end, here is a terrific article from Vivian Goldschmidt of SaveOurBones.com that’s full of new “Instead Of’s” to try! http://saveourbones.com/4-bone-healthy-replacements-for-your-favorite-junk-food-treats/
What an exciting month this has been! The good news is that I’ve been doing some volunteer work at the middle school from which I retired, and I’ve really enjoyed the time spent with both the students and my colleagues. People ask, “Where do you find the time?” Even though I juggle two part-time businesses […]
The mainstream media tells you to get a flu shot to ward off illness. However, research has shown that the flu vaccine’s efficacy is low. In addition, flu shots contain acidifying preservatives and stabilizers, one of which (Beta-propiolactone) is considered carcinogenic! So, what are we to do? Read this fascinating article by Vivian Goldschmidt of […]
Happy New Year! I hope this year finds you filled with hope. As for me, after a year of slacking off , I’m happy to report that I’m back on track toward optimum bone health! *I have given up coffee for good! Instead of drinking coffee, I am enjoying a cup of Dandy Blend in […]
From Vivian Goldschmidt of SaveOurBones.com, here’s a quick guide to soaking up healing rays from the sun to get the most Vitamin D out of your sunbathing session: http://saveourbones.com/use-this-shadow-trick-to-get-maximum-vitamin-d/
Here’s the link to an excellent article by Dr. Susan Brown on how to stop bone loss during the menopause transition. Note: Dr. Brown is one of my bone-building heroes! http://www.womentowomen.com/bonehealth/bones-menopause.aspx
After assessing today’s actual diet and exercise, all I can say is that I haven’t been doing everything I to do to build bone! On the good side, my diet consisted of “real food”–no processed sugars or flours, no hydrogenated oils or transfats, and no artificial ingredients–and I took all my supplements. However, my pH level […]
Recently, a doctor in California challenged me to have another Dexascan. I had pretty much sworn off Dexascan technology after learning about the questionable reliability of DXA readings and after learning that small-boned women of Irish ancestry often read as “low density” on these scans simply because of our genetic makeup. (My last Dexascan was […]
Here’s…Lucy! Our little Lucy was born on September 21, 2012, weighing in at 7 pounds, 7 ounces and 21 inches long. She joins her big brothers, John and Ben, as the third child of the Kennedy family and the thirteenth grandchild of her pleased-as-punch grandparents, Kathy and George Alford. What a blessing it was […]
What does water intake have to do with osteoporosis? Plenty! Read this enlightening article from SaveOurBones.com to learn more about it: http://saveourbones.com/dehydration-and-osteoporosis/ Note: To alkalize your drinking water, add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime.
I don’t usually eat a 1000-calorie diet during any particular day. In fact, my usual caloric intake tends toward 1500-1800 calories per day. Once in a while though, it’s interesting that the total ends up so low, especially since I was full and satisfied all day! Breakfast: 240 1 cup of plain FAGE yogurt […]
It’s just so sad that women are being duped into using pharmaceutical drugs that actually harm the body and bones! Read all about it by clicking on this link to Vivian Goldschmidt’s article: http://saveourbones.com/big-pharma-bone-health-deception/
Hungry for a quick pick-me-up? Here are 88 terrific snack ideas from “100 Days of Real Food” that fit right into our bone-building OsteoDiet! Just click on this link: http://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2012/07/31/85-snacks-for-kids-and-adults/
This morning I came across a terrific website for moms by a mom, complete with super-healthy recipes that her twin girls love! You can take a look at “Multiply Delicious!” at http://www.multiplydelicious.com/ I’m going to try her Broccoli Veggie Saute first, and then move to her Chicken Veggie Salad with Avocado Herb Dressing. Both recipes […]
This energizing, alkalizing snack packs a load of bone-friendly nutrients. 1 fresh banana Handful of raw almonds (10-12) 8-16 oz. pure water
When it comes to the latest news on osteoporosis, you have to dig deeper than the headlines. Here’s the truth from Vivian Goldschmidt of SaveOurBones.com: http://saveourbones.com/latest-osteoporosis-news-decode/
“Up” your pH by chowing down on Mediterranean Salad! Romaine lettuce, cut into chunks 1 can of water-packed tuna, drained 2 or 3 slices of onion, sliced and/or diced 1 tomato, cut into chunks 4-6 black olives, halved Matchstick carrots Newman’s Own Italian salad dressing -or- olive oil & lemon […]