Lately we’ve been hearing about Atelvia advertised on TV commercials. It supposed to be “better” because it has a special coating, which eliminates the fasting requirements applicable to the earlier drugs. However, Atelvia has all the side effects of the other bisphonate drugs. What side effects? Just read this review of Atelvia by Vivian Goldschmidt, M.A., of SaveOurBones.com […]
— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
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Article – “The Incredible, Crunchable Cucumber”
Here’s the link to a fascinating article from SaveOurBones.com about the incredible health benefits of one of our alkaline heroes: the cucumber! http://saveourbones.com/the-incredible-cucumber
Product Review: Cocommune Bar from Designs for Health
Just when I thought I’d never get to eat another candy bar, Design for Health’s Cocommune Bar made its grand entrance into my life! Granted, it’s not a candy bar, but it sure tastes like it to me. Who would have believed that something this delectable could actually be good for me? What it’s for: Cocommune […]
Is Being Healthy a Revolutionary Act?
Is being healthy a revolutionary act? In this day and age, when the standard diet is filled with toxins and indigestible ingredients, it’s a questions worth asking. Check out Dr. Mark Hyman’s answer by clicking on this link: Being Healthy a Revolutionary Act? It’s time to take back out health!…and our bones!
Article – Potassium: The Great Unknown Bone Protector
If you have a moment, enjoy this terrific article from BetterBones.com about the bone-protecting benefits of Potassium! Here’s the link: http://www.betterbones.com/blog/post/Potassium-The-Great-Unknown-Bone-Protector.aspx? Banana, anyone?
NES ProVision Bio-field Scanner!
I’m heading to North Carolina today to train on the NES ProVision bio-field scanning device! The bio-field scanner operates using quantum electrodynamics technology to detect disturbances in the human bio-field on a quantum level. Want to know more about the NES ProVision? Check it out at http://www.integrativelifesolutions.com/NEShome.html.
Prolia: a Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
Here’s an interesting article about Prolia, still another pharmaceutical drug that is touted to build bone density, but once again with horrific side effects to be considered. http://saveourbones.com/prolia-denosumab-review/ Vivian Goldschmidt of Save Our Bones states: The most common side effects of Prolia are back pain, arm and leg aches, elevated cholesterol, general musculoskeletal pain, bladder […]
Book: Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat?
While I no longer have to worry about my bone strength, I’m once again battling weight gain. Over the past year or so, I have gained about 12 pounds, which has pushed me up a full dress size. I’m still on the alkaline diet, so the gain has really puzzled me. I came across this […]
Product Review: Tofutti “Better Than Cream Cheese” Now Non-hydrogenated!
What it’s for: Anything you would use regular cream cheese for, such as bagels, waffles, dressings, casseroles, and other recipes that list cream cheese as an ingredient. What’s good about it: Tastes sensational, and it’s non hydrogenated! What’s bad about it: Still have to be careful of the calories. It’s better than: Tofutti “Better Than […]
From SaveOurBones.com: A Tale of Two Ladies
Similar settings–a diagnosis of osteoporosis in mid-life–but two different plot lines. Reading these stories will make you grateful you’ve chosen to fight osteoporosis naturally. After all, the only side effect of the alkaline diet, weight-bearing exercise, and daily sunlight is…good health! Read “A Tale of Two Ladies: Which Would You Rather Be?” at: http://saveourbones.com/a-tale-of-two-ladies/
Guest Column: The Secret of the Mediterranean Diet
Recently, Eva Alexander, author of “The Mediterranean Diet Blog”, wrote me about the similarities between the OsteoDiet and the Mediterranean Diet. I had never heard of the Mediterranean Diet before, so Eva filled me in on the details. Furthermore, she offered to write this guest column for OsteoDiet.com to explain the similarities in more detail. […]
Reader Question: Where did you find the best guidelines for the alkaline diet?
I mainly used Dr. Susan Brown’s book, The Acid Akaline Food Guide, but I also referred to Vivian Goldschmidt’s book, The Bone Health Revolution. They agree about the akalyzing properties of most foods, but disagree on whether soured milk products, such as yogurt and sour cream, are alkalyzing or acidifying. I’ve written to both women […]










