I was diagnosed in 2004. Instead of accepting the standard story, I started documenting everything – What I eat, what moves the needle, what doesn’t. Two decades of real data, real recovery, and real faith.
— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
Fighting osteoporosis
Naturally – and winning.
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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 my bone density. That an alkaline-dominant diet, the right supplements, and daily movement could actually move the needle on a DEXA scan.
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
Better-than-average bone loss rate than DEXA · Full fracture recovery
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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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Follow along the journey
New posts, bone-healthy recipes, and progress updates — no spam, just Kathy’s real story.