— 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
Kathy’s Carrot Cake
Who would have thought that carrot cake would taste even better if I replaced the canola oil with fruit? I wasn’t too sure, but I’m a believer now! This carrot cake is deliciously moist, and it’s good for your bone health! You will need: Large mixing bowl a 9 x 13 glass baking pan -or- a bundt pan […]
Article – “5 Reasons High Fructose Corn Syrup Will Kill You” by Dr. Mark Hyman
High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a big no-no for the OsteoDiet! Read Dr. Hyman’s article, 5 Reasons High Fructose Corn Syrup Will Kill You, to find out why.
Dr. Hyman: Don’t Drink Milk to Build Bones!
Are you still trying to build bones by consuming dairy products? As we have shared many times on OsteoDiet, milk does NOT do a body good. Got milk? I hope not! Please read this important article from Dr. Mark Hyman to see why! Dairy: 6 Reasons You Should Avoid It at All Costs
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New posts, bone-healthy recipes, and progress updates — no spam, just Kathy’s real story.