— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004

Osteoporosis Diet

What’s for Dinner? Week #2 of Delicious Bone-Healthy Supper Menus

Here are some new bone-healthy supper menus that are sure to please your palate while alkalyzing your blood to build stronger bones! Sunday: Chicken Stew, Millet Loaf Slices, Stewed Apples with Soy Whip, Water Monday: Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs,Tossed Salad,Grandma’s Pineapple Salad with Pineapple, water Tuesday: Chicken Pot Pie, using chicken gravy, Millet Loaf Slices,Sliced […]

Progress Report – Physical Therapy 9/8/08

Yesterday in physical therapy, Jeremy stretched my shoulder joint vertically to about 165 degrees (out of 180). This means I have recovered most of my range of motion since my shoulder fracture in June, but not all. Jeremy said the last degrees are the hardest in stretching out a “frozen” shoulder, where the tough capsule […]

Faith Reflection – “Dry Bones, Hear the Word of the Lord!”

Last week at church the lector read from the book of Ezekiel about how God brought to life a pile of dry bones: “The hand of the Lord was upon me, and he brought me out by the Spirit of the Lord and set me in the middle of a valley; it was full of […]

I joined the NOF Support Community! You can, too!

Last month I joined an on-line support group, sponsored by the National Osteoporosis Foundation in cooperation with Inspire. Since then I have benefited greatly by the experiences and advice the members have shared, and I have had the opportunity to share my journey with others. Here’s the introductory information you’ll find when you visit the […]

Best Foods to Buy Organic…or Not

According to my chiropractor, Dr. Ashley Bourne, some fruits and vegetables are more important to buy organic than others because of the higher pesticide load that some conventionally grown foods carry. This is the breakdown, according to his research: Best to Buy Organic: Peaches Apples Sweet bell peppers Celery Nectarines Strawberries Cherries Lettuce Grapes (imported) […]

Recipe – Bone-Pleasing Peach Pie

The creamy taste of this peach pie comes from bone-friendly almond milk, instead of bone-hostile heavy cream. A big hit with my family, this is one recipe you won’t want to miss! You will need: Oven preheated to 400 degrees. 1 9″ pie pan 2 pie doughs for top and bottom crusts 2 large mixing […]

Progress Report – Visit with Dr. White 8-28-08

Progress Report – Visit with Dr. White 8-28-08

What an exciting visit today with Dr. White to review the progress of my shoulder fracture! The shoulder x-ray showed complete healing of all four breaks! Then, Dr. White moved my arm around to test for current range of motion and was quite pleased with my progress. He said that four more weeks of physical […]

Progress Report – Physical Therapy Week #4

“Outstanding progress,” wrote Jeremy Zell, my physical therapist at Ability Rehabiliation. After 4 weeks in physical therapy, I have recovered most of the range of motion that I had before I fractured my shoulder last June. Jeremy has increased my muscle strengthening exercises. Every day I am able to do something that I couldn’t do […]

The Strontium-Calcium Debate: Partners or Competitors?

Recently I have been reading about the strontium-calcium debate. Although research is inconclusive, some studies indicate that strontium and calcium may compete with each other for absorption. Personally, I find this puzzling, since both are needed to build strong bone. The fact that I take liquid strontium, calcium-magnesium, and cell-ready minerals together in my “Bone […]

Tropical Storm Fay Visits DeLightful DeLand

What a wet week we’ve had here in Delightful DeLand! Tropical Storm Fay went above and beyond the call of duty in relieving our dangerously dry conditions in the area. School was canceled from Tuesday through Friday because of wind gusts and constant rain. This is the first truly sunny day we’ve had since last […]

The Daily Diet – Sunday, August 17, 2008

Breakfast: Fruity Protein Shake, 2 slices of Ezekiel bread, supplements, water, blueberry tea with Beyond C powder Snack: Apple, 2 Coconut Pecan cookies Lunch: Black-eyed peas seasoned with slices of turkey ham, steamed cabbage, water Snack: Water Supper: Cottage pie (ground lean beef and peas in gravy, topped with Almond Mashed Potatoes), water Bedtime: Bone […]

Main Street Grill, DeLand, Florida: A Bone-Friendly Restaurant!

Main Street Grill, DeLand, Florida: A Bone-Friendly Restaurant!

I recommend one of our home-town favorites, Main Street Grill, as the place to eat when you want to enjoy mouth-watering food while building bone density! My personal favorites from the menu are: 1) Main Street Salad with either blackened chicken or salmon, with balsamic vinegarette dressing; 2) Chicken Almond Stir Fry, which features sliced […]