— A PERSONAL JOURNAL for YOU· KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
Fighting osteoporosis
Naturally – and winning.
I was diagnosed in 2004. Instead of accepting the standard story, I started documenting everything – What I eat, how I exercise, how much sunlight I get, what I learned about the myths about osteoporosis, and what I discovered builds healthy bones and what doesn’t. Two decades of real data, real recovery, and real faith.
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WHY THIS SITE EXISTS
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
When I got my diagnosis, there was no one telling me that food could change and renew bone quality. That an alkaline-dominant diet, the right supplements, daily movement, and sunshine could actually improve strength, flexibility, and healing of porous, brittle bones. So I figured it out — slowly, over years — and I wrote it all down. This site is that record.
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“Osteoporosis is NOT a death sentence. It can be your doorway to a fuller, more intentional life.”
— Kathleen Alford
The approach
Alkaline diet · Supplements · Movement · Faith
The result
Full fracture recovery · Improved overall health · Better-than-average bone loss rate
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Everything you need to know about osteoporosis
What to eat with osteoporosis
Alkaline-acid balance, calcium-rich foods, and the 80/20 rule.
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Best supplements for bone density
Real reviews of what Kathy actually takes – and what the research says
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Recovering from fractures
Pelvic ring fracture, no surgery. The full recovery documented.
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Exercise for osteoporosis
Walking, swimming, weight-bearing movement – logged weekly.
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Natural treatment options
Chiropractic, PEMF, bioidentical hormones – alternatives worth knowing.
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Faith, sleep & wholeness
The overlooked pillars – spiritual direction, rest and the inner life.
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Blog
Recipe – Coconut Pecan Cookies
These cookies are so scrumptious, it’s hard to believe they’re actually good for you, BUT THEY ARE! To make 4 dozen cookies, you will need: 1 cup Earth Balance buttery spread 2 eggs 2 cups Xylosweet 1 tsp vanilla 2 cups Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Baking Mix 2 cups Bob’s Red Mill Quick-Cooking Oats […]
Getting Started
A friend of mine asked me the other day, “Where do I begin?” She had been feeling so tired and worn out and was concerned about her bone density. She wanted to start taking supplements and work on improving her health. In my mind, my friend has already begun. Knowing that you need to make […]
Recipe – Italian Tomato Soup
Mama Mia! I never knew tomato soup from scratch would taste so delicious! This soup tastes like pizza without the crust…and it’s good for your bones! 1 10-oz pkg frozen bell pepper strips 1 28-oz can organic crushed tomatoes, undrained 2 chicken bouillon cubes 1 16-oz can navy beans, rinsed and drained 1 16-oz can […]
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