What it’s for: Anything you would use regular cream cheese for, such as bagels, waffles, dressings, casseroles, and other recipes that list cream cheese as an ingredient. What’s good about it: Tastes sensational, and it’s non hydrogenated! What’s bad about it: Still have to be careful of the calories. It’s better than: Tofutti “Better Than […]
Similar settings–a diagnosis of osteoporosis in mid-life–but two different plot lines. Reading these stories will make you grateful you’ve chosen to fight osteoporosis naturally. After all, the only side effect of the alkaline diet, weight-bearing exercise, and daily sunlight is…good health! Read “A Tale of Two Ladies: Which Would You Rather Be?” at: http://saveourbones.com/a-tale-of-two-ladies/
Here’s a sumptuous soup for four that is good for your bones and takes only about a half an hour to cook, from start to finish! You will need: 1 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven or other large saucepan 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 1/2 cups coarsely shredded carrots (3 medium) […]
Recently, Eva Alexander, author of “The Mediterranean Diet Blog”, wrote me about the similarities between the OsteoDiet and the Mediterranean Diet. I had never heard of the Mediterranean Diet before, so Eva filled me in on the details. Furthermore, she offered to write this guest column for OsteoDiet.com to explain the similarities in more detail. […]
Breakfast: Millet flakes with blueberries and almonds, large glass of water with lemon juice and Vitality C powder, supplements Snack: Apple Lunch: Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar, Computer Salad, water Snack: 3 Almond Butter Balls Supper: Quick-Fix Alphabet Soup, Water with lemon, supplements Bedtime: 1/2 cup Purely Decadent brand Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Made with Coconut Milk […]
Every now and then, the effort to cook and eat only those foods that build strong bones and a healthy body can result in feeling sorry for yourself. You watch other people eating foods you know you must avoid, and you wonder, “Why me? Why do I have to miss out?” Although you know deep […]
Here’s a hearty stew that quick and easy to make! Ingredients: 2 cans of black beans, either plain or seasoned 1 can stewed tomatoes 1 pkg of turkey sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced In a large saucepan, stir together all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat […]
I mainly used Dr. Susan Brown’s book, The Acid Akaline Food Guide, but I also referred to Vivian Goldschmidt’s book, The Bone Health Revolution. They agree about the akalyzing properties of most foods, but disagree on whether soured milk products, such as yogurt and sour cream, are alkalyzing or acidifying. I’ve written to both women […]
After a long winter, what a delight to be enjoying the sunshine and warmer temperatures! Sunday I weeded the garden patch and planted the first of our crops, tomatoes and sqaush, with more soon to follow. The Wednesday Walkers, our walking group of teachers, administrators, and staff at school, will go on our first trek […]
Breakfast: Scrambled egg, Ezekiel toast with Earth Balance buttery spread, V-8 juice, supplements, water Snack: Apple Lunch: Amy’s brand Cream of Tomato Soup, a Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar (from Standard Process), bottle of water Out to dinner after school: Main Street Grill’s Chicken Almond Stir-fry, Baked Potato, water with lemon, and–yes, I splurge once in […]
Breakfast: 2-egg veggie omelet with chopped tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, and shredded soy cheese; 2 slices toast (Ezekiel bread); Salada brand naturally decaffeinated Green Tea fortified with Purple Antioxidants, supplements, water Snack: Mixture of 10-12 almonds and 2 tblsp sunflower seeds, water Lunch: Tossed Salad with tuna, water with lemon Snack: Apple slices with almond butter, […]
Considering taking Forteo to fight osteoporosis? Think again! According to SaveOurBones.com, the potential side effects are worth considering. You can read the details in Vivian Goldschmidt’s article, “The Forteo Mystery: What You Should Know About This Puzzling Drug,” by clicking on this link: http://saveourbones.com/forteo/
I caught a bothersome upper respiratory infection last week, which has lasted for 10 days now. It’s been so long since I’ve gotten sick beyond the occasional two- or three-day cold, that I’ve resorted to researching what sort of natural remedies are available to me. Although I’ve been taking Propolis, which usually nips an on-coming […]
Here’s an excellent, thought-provoking article by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA, of SaveOurBones.com, pinpointing the dangerous, hidden food ingredients in foods that “seem” healthy. Goldschmidt notes, “You probably already know this, but the rule of thumb is that the best foods to conquer osteoporosis and to stay healthy are unprocessed natural foods. That’s because man-made chemicals acidify […]
You will need: 1 saucepan 1 long-handled spoon for stirring 6 dessert bowls Ingredients: 1 egg 3 tablespoons of Minute Tapioca 2+3/4 cup Almond Breeze almond milk (vanilla, sweetened) 1 teaspoon vanilla Mix all ingredient in a medium saucepan. Let stand 5 minutes. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full […]
Good question! I’ve read the debate both ways. Here’s what I decided to do: I drink a cup (8 oz.) of water with each meal, as well as a cup of water when I get up and between meals, so that I get enough water throughout the day. You can add a twist of lemon […]
For a yummy, bone-healthy treat, try one of these three easy recipes for Almond Butter Balls! Great for breakfast, school lunches, snacks, or dessert! 1) Basic Recipe In a large bowl, mix together: 1 jar of almond butter 1/2 cup of chocolate protein powder Roll by teaspoonfuls into balls. Place on serving dish. Refrigerate. Serve […]
Well, folks, I’ve returned to the YMCA as my work-out facility. Planet Fitness was good, but after touring the newly renovated YMCA facilities, I decided to make the switch. With the glassed-in workout room, working out at the Y for my needed weight-bearing exercise is like exercising in the all outdoors! Plus there is an […]
Breakfast: Organic spelt flakes, 1/2 banana, 10-12 almonds, unsweetened almond milk, cup of Wildberry Tea with Vitality C powder, supplements, water Snack: Apple, water Lunch: Tuna Salad on Celery Chunks, Amy’s Organic Cream of Tomato soup, water Snack: Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar*, water Supper: Turkey and gravy on brown rice, peas, broccoli, water, Strawberry Slush […]
Okay, OsteoDiet readers, we’ve wiped the slate clean on our “Walk Around the World” scoreboard. It’s time to slip on our walking shoes, pick up those weights, grab a tennis racket, or even pick up a broom and dustcloth, and rack up the miles! How does it work? 1) Just click on the “Walk Around […]
Did you ever notice that life seems to come at us in waves of activity? I find this especially true of my life as a teacher. On the job I tend to vacillate between high energy and burnout. Maybe it’s because I’ve always looked at energy as limitless commodity rather than as a renewable resource. […]
Theresa Rowe, certified fitness professional and author of Shaped by Faith: 10 Secrets to Strengthening your Body & Soul says that exercise and prayer are the perfect combination for diffusing stress and settling the soul. You can take a quick look at her two-minute, time-out recipe for relieving muscular, mental, and spiritual tension by clicking […]
Here’s the link to a great article from Vivian Goldschmidt! Makes us doubly glad we include lots of tomatoes in our diet. http://saveourbones.com/bone-building-tomatoes/
Today was a “grazing” day, since I am on winter break from teaching middle school. I ate when I was hungry, making sure to keep to OsteoDiet foods to build strong bones and a healthy body. Morning/Afternoon: Fruity Protein Shake, banana, almonds, 2 slices of Ezekiel bread with SmartBalance buttery spread, 10 almonds, small baked […]
Merry Christmas, OsteoDiet readers! I hope you enjoyed your holiday as much as I did. All nine of our children and their families came, as well as my parents and my aunt–but not all at the same time. Some came for breakfast, while others came for dinner. Although we couldn’t quite pull off a new […]
A reader recently wrote to ask me if I had taken a Dexascan to prove that my body is now healthy and my bones strong. I replied to her that, after all the research I’ve done over the past four years, I no longer have any faith in Dexascan testing or what it purports to […]
After my three-month checkup this week with my naturopathic physician, Dr. Steven D’Antonio, these are the supplements I am currently taking: DHEA Spray (Apex Energetics) FS-MND (FuturePlex) Twice Daily Essentail Packets (Designs for Health) OsteoForce (Designs for Health) Thyro-CNV (Apex Energetics) Resveratrol Synergy (Designs for Health) Glucosamine Sulfate (Vital Nutrients) Similase (Integrative Therapeutics, Inc.) Temper […]
At my three-month checkup yesterday, my naturopathic physician, Dr. Steven D’Antonio, found that my health is continuing to improve. Osteoporosis no longer comes up in the conversation! In fact, Dr. Steve said I no longer need a couple of the supplements I was taking, and he may further eliminate another supplement next time, if […]
Here’s the skinny: It’s been more than a month since I’ve written because it’s been an extremely busy month, both at home and at school. As we’ve talked about before, when juggling priorities you sometimes have to let a few balls drop in order to keep the rest in balance. However, the fact that I […]
Breakfast: Bowl of Organic Oatmeal with cinnamon, raisins, bananas, and 1/2 tsp vanilla, Wildberry tea with Bio-En’R-G’y C powder, supplements Snack: Cocoa Cherry Standard Bar, apple, water Lunch: 3 oz chicken, fresh tomato, water Snack: applesauce Supper: 6″ tuna sub from Subway with LOTS of veggies, bottle of water Bedtime: Almonds, Wildberry tea with Bio-En’R-G’y […]