— 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
Article – Plain, Organic Yogurt: A Powerful, Natural Way to Prevent Flu and Build Bone
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 […]
Back on Track!
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 […]
Article from SaveOurBones.com: Get Maximum Vitamin D by Using This Shadow Trick
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/
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New posts, bone-healthy recipes, and progress updates — no spam, just Kathy’s real story.