Osteoporosis

Kathy on July 31st, 2008

Six weeks ago, I fractured my shoulder in four places in a bicycle accident. It was a miserable break, requiring morphine in the ER. Now, six weeks later, x-rays reveal that the bone is healed, and the sling-and-swath device can come off! If you have broken your shoulder and wonder what to do to make […]

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According to Wikipedia, Xylitol “appears to have potential as a treatment for osteoporosis. A group of Finnish researchers has found that dietary xylitol prevents weakening of bones in laboratory rats, and actually improves bone density.” However, although Xylitol is wonderfully healthy for humans, I sadly learned firsthand yesterday that it is deadly for dogs. If […]

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Kathy on July 28th, 2008

As we’re working hard to reverse osteoporosis, let’s take a minute to tickle our funny BONES! Q: Who won the skeleton beauty contest? A: No body Q. What did the skeleton say while riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle? A: I’m bone to be wild! Q: What do you give a skeleton for valentine’s day? A: […]

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Kathy on July 27th, 2008

What it’s for: Adrenal Essence is a dietary supplement that helps to eliminate the harmful effects of stress and fatigue on the body and may increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the body’s immune system. What’s good about it: The pills are small and easy to swallow. Also, the standard dosage of one pill in […]

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Kathy on July 25th, 2008

Here’s a quick delight that’s good for your bones…and your tastebuds! You’ll need: Small microwave-safe dish Paper towel sheet 1 sliced apple 1 tsp Xylosweet 1/4 tsp ground cloves Layer sliced apples in microwave-safe dish.  Sprinkle with Xylosweet and ground cloves. Cover dish with paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds. Grab a fork and […]

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Kathy on July 24th, 2008

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.” Proverbs […]

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Kathy on July 22nd, 2008

Slurp! Sarah has created another succulent, bone-healthy recipe for the crockpot! Combine in the crockpot: 1/2 cup Marsala wine (or cooking wine) 1/2 cup water 4 medium chicken breasts 4 medium potatoes, quartered and sliced 2 Roma tomatoes, halved and sliced 1 cup portabella mushrooms, sliced 1 zucchini, cut into 1/4″ slices 1/2 cup raw […]

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