— 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: Turkey Casserole with Vegetables
We served turkey often around here, mostly turkey and gravy or turkey sandwiches. For a change of pace, here’s a yummy turkey recipe with some alkalizing veggies! You will need: Skillet or large pot 2 cups cooked turkey, cubed 3 tbsp. Earth Balance buttery spread 1/2 cup diced celery 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup […]
Top 10 Tricks for Alkalizing Blood pH Quickly!
When I test my pH level and find an acid reading ( 5.5-6.5) on the testing tape, I have some quick tricks that help boost my pH balance to a more alkaline level (7.0-7.4) within a day or two. Remember: The object of the game is to keep the blood pH level at approximately 7.38. […]
The Daily Diet: Break the Breakfast Routine with an Alkalizing Alternative!
How about this for a different sort of breakfast? Bowl of Amy’s brand Cream of Tomato Soup 2 oz. Colby Jack cheese, sliced thin and rolled up Greens Shake with PaleoGreens Powder (mint flavor) + 1 tbsp. liquid chlorophyll (Red Apple Flavor) You get vegetables and protein in an delicious, easy to prepare meal. What […]
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