— 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
Book to Explore: Low Carb High Quality Cookbook
I came across an interesting book in the library: Low Carb High Quality Cookbook by Fredrij and Karolina Paulun. Originally published in Sweden, this cookbook features no-sugar-added recipes that accent nutritional quality. That’s good news for those of us who are concerned about bone health because added sugar is quite acidic and because high nutrition […]
A Diagnosis of Osteopenia or Osteoporosis Is NOT a Death Sentence!
When I was first told by the nurse practitioner that my Dexascan indicated osteoporosis, she acted like I had been handed a death sentence! Nothing could have been farther from the truth! But you don’t have to take my word for it. Here’s the definitive word from Dr. Susan Brown of BetterBones.com. Just click on […]
Article from SaveOurBones.com: 4 Way to Nourish Your Bones!
Here is the link to a terrific article by Dr. Susan Brown, the woman who inspired many of the lifestyle changes I have made to nourish my bones. If you don’t already subscribe to Dr. Brown’s emails, please consider doing so. You’re in for a treat, as she is an amazing doctor! http://www.womenshealthnetwork.com/community/osteoblast/post/nourish-the-root-to-receive-the-fruit.aspx?
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