— 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 – Fruity Protein Shake
Combine in a blender: 4-6 frozen strawberries -or-6-8 frozen cherries -or-1/2 cup raspberries or pineapple -or-any combination thereof1 cup of cold water1/4 cup whey or soy protein powder10-12 raw almonds Blend in a blender until smooth.
The Daily Diet – Thursday, August 23, 2007
BREAKFAST: 2 slices of Ezekiel bread with olive oil margarine, 8 ounces of tart cherry juice with Corvalen (D-Ribose), cup of red raspberry tea with Beyond C powder, glass of water, and supplements MORNING SNACK: Apple LUNCH: Greens+ High Protein bar Bottle of water AFTERNOON SNACK: Banana SUPPER: Small portion of eye-of-the-round steak, baked potato, […]
Dr. Steven D’Antonio
Dr. Steven D’Antonio, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist, is one of the doctors who set me on the right path to conquer osteoporosis. He is also my primary physician. His office is located in Central Florida at: Whole Family Healthcare 1201 Louisiana Ave Suite E Winter Park, FL 32789 Phone (407) 644-2990 To find out more […]
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