— 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
Progress Report – Bone Scan Results
Today I picked up the results of my bone scan that was taken last Wednesday. The results are mixed. My lumbar vertebrae are slightly stronger–which indicates that osteoporosis CAN be reversed! However, the hip bone (femoral neck) has deteriorated another level. My husband and I have been discussing my options, which may include a job […]
The Daily Diet – Friday, November 9, 2007
Breakfast: Bowl of organic lentil soup, 2 slices of Ezekiel bread, strawberry tea, water, supplements Snack: 1/2 green apple Lunch: Turkey sandwich made from all-natural turkey slices, oatmeal bread(from DeLand Natural Bakery), and dark mustard, carrot Snack: 1/2 green apple Supper: Out to dinner at Main Street Grill – Almond Chicken Stir Fry, 3 large […]
The Daily Diet – November 10, 2007
What a beautiful day at the beach! Perfect for boogie boarding in a wet suit. Breakfast: Kamut Pancakes (See Recipes) with chopped pecans and applesauce topping, raspberry tea, water, supplements Snack: Tomato, water Snack: Banana Snack: Orange Lunch: Stalk of celery with 2 tbsp. almond butter, almonds, sesame sticks (from DeLand Natural Bakery), strawberry tea […]
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