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- In 2004, Melanie Haas, from buffalo New York, doctor recommended that she drink a lot of milk to prevent further bone loss evidenced in her Bone Density Scan.
- Two years later, Melanie was diagonosed with Osteopenia, (increasing her milk consumption only made her gain weight) and was prescribed Fosamax. Her doctor also warned her that if she didn’t start taking the medication immediately, she could fall and break a bone, and become immobile.
- Melanie was worried about taking Osteoporosis drugs since she knew that they contain harsh chemicals, and read first-hand accounts from people who suffered and continue to suffer from the side-effects of the drugs. After further research online, she came across the Save Our Bones website.
- Melanie read Vivian’s story and noticed how similar it is to her’s, and decided to order the Save Our Bones Program so she could start to strengthen her bone density naturally without taking the drugs.
- Melanie found the program very easy to understand and follow, and this further motivated her to stay off the drugs.
- After a year of following the Save Our Bones Program, she went back to her doctor for a Bone Density Scan and was amazed to find that her spine showed a normal reading and and that her hips had improved to only a -1. She had a great deal of success with the program.
- Melanie told everyone she knew about her results, and emailed Vivian to report the good news.
- This is just one example proving that the Save Our Bones Program is effective in increasing bone density without drugs. Whether you have Osteoporosis or Osteopenia and even if you have already started taking the drugs, the Save Our Bones Program will increase your bone density.
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July 28, 2010
Here’s my story. I have severe osteoarthritis and have had it for 30yrs+ getting worse with the aging process – I am now 68 – I had my throid gland removed at 24 and have been on synthroid since, Went through menopause – clear sailing – but did not take any supplements – no way – 10 yrs ago I got severe acid reflux and a hernia and was put on Previcid. Now I have been told I have osteoporosis and have been put on the co-etidrocal calcium regiment. I am leary of this whole thing but I have started. ps – I do not take previcid any longer have moved on to ranitidine. I druggest made the suggestion that the previcid stopped my body from absorbing calcium – you take on all this would be appreciated. Thanking you.
July 19, 2010
Just discovered that I have borderline osteopenia in the hips, definite osteopenia borderline for early osteoporosis in the lumbar spine. Terrified to take the drugs prescribed. I am thin and had early meno pause. I am now 53. I am shocked. Never thought with my healthy life style, so much exercise and a good diet, that this would happen to me, I should have been taking a vitamen D supplement and Calcium supplement, or even HRT. Why did I not have a discussion with the local GP about this? Why was I not made aware of the danger of getting this? Both my parents died at around 64 of cancer, so I assumed I should not take HRT.
Now I see your book Vivien, but how do I know that it is not just another way for someone to make money from the vunerable. It all sounds convincing, but how do I know I am not just been persuaded because I am scared, to buy your book? Why are you trying to make money out of this? Why not just tell everyone what to do if it is so simple? Please answer my questions if you have time as I am really very down about my diagnosis and do not want to take drugs. I also have a trapped nerve in the this lower part of the spine and the referred pain goes through to my left hip, both these areas seem to have the worse density readings. I would like to hear more people remarks before I purchase you book.
July 21, 2010
I would like to ask the same questions I have to-day just had dental work done and i am astounded of the 10% ratio of the possibility of the jaw condition that maybe caused by the medication also I have a Hyatis Hernia and worried if I take the medication I have to go back to the doctors soon now I have had the dental work done but I am so worried that my Osteopenia will get worse please help me to make a decision as I do not want to make really any life changes.
Thank you.
July 18, 2010
Hi Vivian:
In January 2010 after a fall in November 2009 I was diagnised with (Osteoporosis)with a lumbar fructure.
In the middle time I went through agony with a coktail of pain killers and no real treatment for the condition.
After the bone density results and the perscription of Fosamax. I said to myself. It’s no time to cry or be upset. It’s time to fight and find a cure. must to be one now.
I frantically went searching for a cure and
side effects of the drug. It was very frightening what I found took me a month to excepted.
I couldn’t find nothing different in my Natural Medicine studies and resheach.
Only diet and a complex of vitamins,minerals and diet, that I follow.
By the way our family diet is very healthy based in my studies. No cow’s milk, plenty vegies and fruits.
Untill few days ago I came across your web side and i willing to try it.
I think I found the anwser and a posible cure.
Your faithfully. Nancy Violet
July 16, 2010
I am in the process of ordering your book but would like to know if one of the side effects, although not mentioned is a cough. I have had a cough for almost 20 years when I used to take Didronel and then Actonel. I cannot get any help from my Doctor – they just don’t want to know!
I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks.
Helen
July 10, 2010
I am in my seventies and have osteoporosis for many years. In my fifties I was put on HRT which I discontinued after two years and some time after was prescribed Fosamax by a Professor at the Hospital which I took for six years, but my bone density scans did not improve at all. I decided after reading about osteonecrosis (which frightened me to death) to discontinue Fosamax of my own volition. The
Professor disagreed with me but could not suggest an alternative! I live in London and
would very much like to know if your book is
obtainable here. Perhaps you would be kind enough to let me know.
July 5, 2010
Hi,
I am 62 have been on Fosomax,Miacalcium,Actonel.I reacted to all. The last one caused severe choking in my sleep.
I have Hypothyroid,angina and high blood pressure.For many years I was on estrogen (no hysterectomy)I just followed my Dr’s advice,he said it would make the change more comfortable( my mom managed without) . One day he asked why I was on it,because you perscribed it. His answer was to tell me they never give estrogen alone to any one who hasn’t had a hysterectomy, can’t say that now. I weaned myself off it as well as the osteo meds. I’m still on levothyroxin,0.125,Vit D Diltiazem 120 plus vitamins.
At this time the Dr’s want to give me something by intraveous that will last a year. Both my husband and I are very concerned, since I have had such terrible reactions to anything the Dr’s have perscribed.
I am interested in knowing if I will benefit from your book and will anything affect the other meds I’m on. At this point I have loss faith in the medical profession , it’s all about perscriptions.
Cheers!
Barbara
July 5, 2010
I was delighted to read about Melanie’s success in strengthening her bones after undertaking Vivian’s “Save our Bones” program.
I look forward to hearing more of these examples.
June 26, 2010
This video is very good i feel the as Melonie. Having just beinf told i have osteoporosis.Waerly awaiting delivery of Saves Our Bones book. The drugs the doctors advocate are frightening and terrible side effects too.
June 6, 2010
after 2wks of not taking Actonyl on the once a wk program, I went to pick up my prescription and the drugest gave me a generic substatute named Novo-Risedronate, say my drug plan did not cover Actonyl any more, I took one pill this morning and I am having joint pains already in my hips and knees. I am not happy about the change, and I don’t have any say in the matter. I am seventy yrs young with no problems and very active in summer sports. At this age can their be a reverse in bone density
May 17, 2010
I am told that the correct dose of magnesium & vita D will reverse Osteoporosis. IS THIS TRUE?
May 16, 2010
My wife has recently been diagnosed with ostepenia. She also has just completed a series of prednisone treatments for Temporal Arteritis.
She no longer takes the Prednisone but her Dr. wants her to start Forteo, We are anxious about the possible side effects as well as the Exorbatantly high cost of the Forteo injections.
April 18, 2010
MANY THANKS FOR YOUR INTERESTING READERS …..
March 15, 2010
Hello Vivian,
I am listening to the story and can relate to the things that happened to Melnie. I started Foxomax the fall of 1995 and took it faithfully for 9 years and then was off of medicine for 6 months and then started on Actenol but did not take it too long. Presently I am not on any medicine for the osteoporosis that I have. I was under the care of an endocrinologist and he is the doctor who started me on the Fosomax. The endocrinologist I am going to now wants me to take a medicine that I have to inject but I have indicated that I did not want to take it. I have had several compression fractures on the thoracic spine since the first time I was told of having a fracture. This whole experience has caused a lot of pain. I also have had jaw problems.
Regards, Carolyn N
March 1, 2010
I am going to the Dr.’s today with the results of my Dexa Scan and do not want to go on drugs as my Dr. will try to push on me today. Is is too late for me to go without drugs, as my T scores were all 3.6. There is no mentions ofscores over 2.5 in the info that I have read so far for your program. Please let me know what your opionion is. Thank you, Barb
February 28, 2010
It’s great to hear success stories using natural methods, however these cases seem to me to be about relatively mild cases where the patient has ostopenia or -1 etc.I imagine that in these cases bone density would be easier to reverse. In my case after I broke my hip at the age of 56, just over two years ago ( while incidentally looking after my mother who was recovering from a broken hip at the ripe old age of 93)and insisted on a scan afterwards I found out what I had already suspected. I had severe osteoporosis of -3.7, in my spine and -2.5 in my other hip. I was prescribed Actonel and have been taking it for two years.It has not improved my bone density so far, but I have been told by doctors that it takes up to 2 years to “kick in”. I,m now pretty desperate to improve my bones and was wondering if in extreme cases like mine, if natural remedies would help.
June 24, 2010
I underwent a hysterectomy @ age 38 causing surgical menopause. I tried hormone replacement, but it didn’t agree with me, so I believe that is the main reason I have osteoporosis. I am now 52. I had a knee fx in 2002, and am currently recovering from a hip fx, which I got from stumbling on a sidewalk. I have taken biophosphenates for probably close to 10 yrs. (evista, then fosamax, currently actonel). I stopped the actonel because of the fx, but do not want to do these meds anymore. I do not feel they helped. My t scores have slowly declined the whole time I have been on the meds, with the exception of the last one. I had always been active, but embarked on a big excercise regime, which I think was why the t scores improved. At the time of my fall, I was training to walk in a half marathon. I was up to 10 miles and I’m sure I could’ve finished. It was my goal just to finish, I didn’t care about my time. I’m so confused and discouraged-I don’t know what to do. I will see my osteoporosis dr in July, I’m almost certain she will recommend Forteo. I just recieved Vivian’s book and am currently reading. I already eat most of the foods listed, not too sure about the ratio thing yet, I hope it becomes clearer the more I read. I also am very into excercise. But at this stage, will the program help reverse my scores?
February 20, 2010
Dear Vivian : thank you for the copy of book. I am practicing Nursing for last 32 years. I have come to believe the mega concern for Flu and H1N1 is more about creating panic for peaple, and big copanies are benefiting from it. I have never had flu shot , nor H1N1 although I have given it to our residents and our staff by orders. My mother lived till 88.5 , she never had flu shot. I expect our body in normal condition should be able to fight the antigens, and survive, Unless one is in critical condition or compromised states.
Therefore I agree with your conclusion about flu and bone treatment. All we need to think is to deal with these ailments in natural way.
Best regards.
Golriz
February 13, 2010
It’s simple, yet supposedly effective. Thanks for the demonstration and the info about doing it 50 times.
BTW is the beginner’s heel lift similar to calf raises?
Many thanks again for sharing by showing and explaining!
February 8, 2010
I am 78 years old and have just returned from my doctors office visit only to learn she wants me to go on Boniva for Osteopenia being close to Osteoporosis. I was on Fosamax several years ago but stopped taking it because of jaw and teeth problems. I am a widow, live in the country so must do a lot of chores around the house and and around the property–am very active. Ordered your book and can hardly wait for it to arrive!!! Joan S.
Will let you know the results…
February 4, 2010
Dear Vivien!
I am waiting for receiving my order. Every day I am reading all your news relating osteoporosis.
Thanks heavens for enlighten person who did so wonderful discovery. Millions of women knows already, that politician are double-dealing that means doctors are used to managing people in wrong direction with our health. Poor doctors they are study for so many years and pay big money for they education but they are with they knowledge on high school level.
Thank you Vivian you jump with your intelligence above avarage doctors.
I hope using the essence of your knowledge in your books will help me overcome the pain in my jaw I have for so many month.
Eugenia
January 14, 2010
I have just ordered your book and cant wait to get started. After 3 years of misdiagnosis 2 spinal fractures and now my breast bone has been fractured during a mamogram in October 2009 I have decided to take my osteoperosis by the neck and try to help my self. I am stuck inbetween 3 surgeons who cant decide whether or not to repair my spine with vertabro plasty or just leave me in agony taking pain killers. I desperately want to reverse my osteoperosis as soon as possible. I have been taking Alendronic Acid once a week for 16 months with no effect on my fractures. I was told to drink plenty of skimmed milk and exercise. (Very difficult wheh you cant stand up for more than 2/3 minutes at a time). I hope your book and programme helps me. I am just 59 years old and have been suffering with my spine since 2006. Prior to this I swam every day and have been exercing my entire life. I look forward to hearing from you Best wishes Irene
June 7, 2010
Irene,
I feel for you I am also 59, It sounds like you have been exercising a lot. Weight bearing exercise is considered the best for the bones. I don’t think swimming provides much (although that is my favorite form of exercise)DO you do much weight bearing exercise? Also I am curious to find out if you think you were eating a good diet or if it had alot of process foods and was short on fruits and vegetables. You seem too young to have this degree of osteoporosis although you didn’t mention your Dexa scores. I wish you the best and hope the program helps you. I have just started trying this but it is hard to do the 80/20. So I just eat a small serving of protein 2-3 ounces and eat 2-4 vegetables and fruit at dinner and lunch. Breakfast is usually organic yogurt with lots of fruit and flaxseeds. I don’t know if my scores will improve but it is a much healthier diet. I am more regular and I know it is better for my heart plus overall health.
my best to you, SAlly
December 9, 2009
I’ve been listening to these comments, but want to know what is in milk that is not good for you? Or is it just cow’s milk. What about goats milk? what about organic or raw milk? I can’t believe that milk is a bad food. People have been drinking for years. Is it the way its processed that makes it bad?
May 13, 2010
Judy, your questions are answered in my blog post on milk
December 8, 2009
I was recently diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer which has spread to the bones and other areas. My oncologist put me on the drug Femara and said my prognosis is good. The main side effect of Femara is weakened bones and osteoporosus. The doctors’ solution to this is to give you Zometa, a biophosphate. I haven’t started the Zometa yet and am wondering if I can follow the save-our-bones program instead. I understand that you can’t give medical advice but I’m wondering if anyone else has had a similar probem.
June 7, 2010
Renee,
I just went through treatment for breast cancer and was put on Arimidex which also causes osteoporosis.
My oncologist knows I do not want to take bone medicine and is not pushing it at this time even though I have a DEXA score of -2.3. She thinks as Vivan does that this is overblown and is a natural part of aging. She will keep an eye on my bones and recommended I take a Vitamin D supplement. I am trying to follow this program hoping it will keep osteoporosis at bay.
My best to you, Sally
November 20, 2009
vivian my main concern is if I take strontimu would I need to continue taking 1500 mgs of calcuim I am alergic to dairy products and definetly can not take fosamax or the related perscriptions my doctor wants me to take!! please respond thanks virginia
November 18, 2009
Hi Vivian…
Five days ago while I was shopping, and had to go to five different places to do the bills, I noticed while walking in a store, my hip started to pain while walkiing…as soon as i got home, I had to lay down on the sofa for relief. Before this I had no trouble with my hip.
I take 2 calcium tablets a day and 2 baby aspirins, plus a vitamin. I don’t smoke or drink and am not overweight…I eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, mostly chicken and fish, sometimes meat. I go bowling (no pain) and exercise (no pain) but when I walk, my hip starts to pain me. What am I doing wrong??? I can life my knee up on the bad side with no pain… Only when I walk it bothers me.
I hesitate going to my doctor as I don’t want to take any medication.
Please tell me what I should be doing…I would appreciate it…THANK YOU VIVIAN… Elizabeth M. Wright
December 20, 2009
i went last month for a bone scan, i’m 64. test
showed my T7,8 &9have collapsed, Dr. didn’t
give me anymore info, even when I asked how about the rest of my bones, she recemmended Fosamax, which I said no to because I wanted to give this much thought. I did see 2.5 on the result
paper she gave me. I have awful burning pain on my left side in middle of back which Dr. said was
the spine damage pressing on nerve. What kind of results was this, normal, very bad, quite aggressive ???? How can this 7,8 & 9 be repaired or can it, Can I find out my hips and other bones from this bone scan t. Why didn’t she tell me, do I just need to know that she said the spine problem was enough to diagnose me with osteoporosis. Please share any information that might help me to understand. It is only one month from the scan and I am trying to learn and read as much as I can. Thanks
November 13, 2009
I am 64 and have never had any bone pains or fractures. But after taking the test for osteoporosis, I find that my bone density is -3.7! The doctor wants me to take Fossomax, which I am reluctant to do, but I also have never heard of anyone having a reading like -3.7. I plan to begin the Save our Bones program, but I am curious if anyone else out there has had a score as low as mine is. Thanks for reading this. Linda
January 3, 2010
Linda, I had a -3.6 score on my spine T score reading also. However, I was diagnosed with parathyroid disease, which causes osteoporosis. I had one of my parathroids removed. This type of osteoporosis is reversiable. Maybe, you should go see an internist for further testing.
November 4, 2009
I was recently diagnosed w/worsening osteoporosis; doc recommends Actonel, which I took for 18+ months about 6 yrs ago, w/no improvement in t-scores. Then about 4 years w/increased calcium and v.D, some slight improvement in t-scores; then 2 years same regimen, and abruptly worse t-scores. I’m finding several sites on the web addressing these problems (I told doc I won’t take bisphosphanates) and I’m strongly considering the saveourbones program. Here’s why I hesitate: 1. I was treated for Grave’s disease 30 years ago, with radioactive iodine, and still take Levothyroxine .088 mg daily (I don’t think that’s negotiable)2. I also take Femara, as a 4-year breast cancer survivor (my primary care doc thought the medical oncologist could switch that to Evista, but I don’t want that, either). I also take Diovan/HCT for high blood pressure. I will soon have my 78th b’day. I’m not an exercise nut, but I rarely miss my 3 mi daily walk, and usually get 10,000 steps daily. Also, I recently had a laminectomy and spinal decompression for sciatic pain, results excellent.I think I need to do something other than expensive prescriptions!
November 3, 2009
Thank you so much for the free down-load. I would like to buy your book – is it available in the U,K. from Amazon? I have been on Protelos for about 3 years and am having problems with muscle cramps and pains etc.
November 1, 2009
Hi Vivian, I’ve been taking Fosamax for over five years now as recommended by my family doctor. The Osteo specialist is recommending that I begin additional drug treatments due to a continuing decrease in measured bone density -3.5. I am balking at this latest recommendation. So: If I come off the Fosamax, do you have any idea how long the residuale effects would remain in my system?
Do you have any other thoughts on getting off of Fosamax? I am age 70 and I suffered a crushed disk earlier this year so they are urging me to take immediate action.
Thank you,
Jossie
October 28, 2009
i want to now is you have the book in spanish is it posible? i have osteopenia. please help mee
November 5, 2009
Hi Mabel,
For now, the Save Our Bones Program is in English only.
October 26, 2009
Hi Vivian-thank you so much–it must have been “divine intervention” that i found your web site–I too have a dx of osteoporosis-(spine and hip) I am 50 years old had have had mild RA (untill recently) and I take synthroid .Could you please tell me your medical qualifications? And how do I order your book? Is it a program or a book? I also tool 2 doses of Boniva and upon my research-it was my answer to my SEVERE bone pain and wild muscle aches (I couldnt walk)pls email me-I would appreciate the info and def plan to try it–if this works I will be your largest endorser!! thank you
October 25, 2009
I am a senior citizen and my doctor toll me that I have to started to take actonel, I went to the pharmacie 1` pill a month for 60.00, I said no way I have to find another way to do that and I went to google for research and I found your information, thank you,at the end of the month when I get my ss check I will order the save the bones books. thanks again, God bless you.I AM IMPRESS OF ALL THE COMMENTS.
October 17, 2009
Dear Doctor Goldschmidt,
I was diagnosed with celiac-sprue 6 years ago and have been told that I have osteoporosis
due to mal-absorption. My Doctor suggested that I have a reclast IV, but I read of the side effects and refused. I follow a gluten-free diet….no wheat, rye, barley or oats.
Would your program be suitable for me?
Sincerely, Lorraine Lunz
November 5, 2009
Hi Lorraine,
You can benefit from the Save Our Bones Program following the gluten-free diet.
October 16, 2009
Hi Vivian
i did descover that i have ostoprosis just two years ago,i used see a doctor & she lift after she did send me for bondensity & the result came to her, at that time i went got a new doctor, the new doct send me for bonedensity after two years, my new doct ask for my old file she did compar to the new one it was bad since the last one i have, they describ Fosomax & 1000 calcum with vitm D 800 every day,i also take B12 1000 every day & multvitamin centrom,
I had my period until i was 58 years old,
now i am 62 i am active walk & excrises my diete is well eat right food most my food eat at home no JUNK food,
I am so worry if i do stop my pills what will happen? i did ask my doct she said no not to stop,
is this pills make my stomk big? i hope not my waight is 160 pound & my hights 5.4 i hope i am OK, i really want to be 135 to 140lb if i could,
Thanks
October 12, 2009
Hello Vivian,
I have just listened to the interview, and read your story that you e-mailed to me.I’ve also read the comments from everyone. Before finding your site I had found another site which had many stories of adverse effects from a range of osteo medications. I had my first bone density assessment in 1998 after a heavy fall, which indicated a problem,although I had no fractures at that time. Other than taking a few herbal and/or vitamin/mineral supplements, I took no further action. In the intervening years I have had several thoracic crush fractures, which have occurred when heavy lifting at home.Despite having X-rays at my place of work,(I was an emergency nurse specialist) I was only offered advice re medication when I had my last lumbar fracture. I declined the offer, much to the exasperation of the orthopaedic registrar. It is almost 2 years since I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, and I have been on Thyroxine since that time. I had another bone densitometry at the beginning of this month, and am seeing a new doctor, as we have relocated since I retired. I have heard the same story of the high risk of fracture, especially the hip, if I don’t take the medication. I was told today that in 30 years of general practice the doctor had seen only one patient who had had an adverse reaction to medication, and that was blurred vision, which cleared when the medication was stopped.I was also told that anyone can put anything on the internet, and that it was better to stay with the people who had the knowledge of evidence-based practice. I explained to her that I was waiting for your book, and would try this alternative method, that I am making an informed decision, and that I would keep her informed. I have another e-mail address which I used when I purchased your book, as it is more secure than this one. Many thanks for the information received thus far, and keep up the good work. I will be letting my sister know about your work, hopefully she will take note!
Kind regards
Nancy
September 11, 2009
Thank you for the freebone guide. I am a diabetic but can not take drugs as I am allergic to chemicals. I also have numerous food allergies. i cant have wheat,corn,milk, chicken,etc.etc. I have taken actone, and 4 other osteo. drugs but the side effects were so horrible that the doctor stopped them. Now I was asked to try the liquid form of Forsomax and metformin for diabetes but after having gone on to google and reading your story I will not get the prescriptions. The only thing that works seems to be vitD 50,000 mg? once a week. i will order your book at some point when I am in one place for a while. Thanks again-we need more people like you.
August 29, 2009
Great to know there are many more people who have come off Fosamx,i have been on it for the last ten years after my breast cancer, and on antihypertensives for high blood pressure plus calcium with vitD for osteoporosis. i have not ordered my book yet but sounds more and more convincing after reading other people’s accounts.
would like to know about osteoporosis after having pappilary thyroid cancer.Would be greatful if anybody can help.
July 3, 2010
I had breast cancer almost 10 years ago. I was on Tamoxifen (for 5 years which didn’t help my osteoporosis)& Fosamax for 7-8 years. I just had a bone density and my results were -3.6 on my spine & hips. From all I’ve read from this site-I’m changing my lifestyle. Better diet & excercise to hopefully reverse my osteoporosis. The doctor put me on Forteo which I agreed to do for 1 year, then we’ll decide what to do from there. It seems we have much in common & wanted to share my story.
August 13, 2009
Hi everyone this is just a note to say the programme is great I tried it, Algae plus and spirulina is fantastic also. you can also contact Tiye at http://www.wisdombeyondbeings.com who writes while she sleeps on various subjects, Tiye had a near death experience and gets a lot of natural remedies for people with various ailments. Check the site, read and ask questions. good luck to you all. Tiye helped my sister who had cancer I hope she can help you to.
Julie.
August 11, 2009
I was so excited to hear that there is hope for me without taking these prescription drugs.
I am 47 years old and about 7 years ago, my doctor had told me that I had osteoporosis, probably due to an early menopause at the age of 30. She prescribed Fosamax to me and told me if I didn’t take it, I would develop a hump and be all hunched over and my bones would be very fragile and they would begin to break. I asked her if there were any alternatives, or if I should drink milk and take more calcium, or what exercises would help. She said that there was nothing that I could do and that this was irreversible. She said that I should have been doing things long ago to prevent this Osteoporosis and now that it was too late to do anything but take the drugs prescribed. Not long after taking Fosamax, I developed a problem with swallowing. I went for tests and they told me that my esophagus had shrunk and that I would have to have it stretched if the problem continued. I still have these problems today. I complained to my doctor after reading the side effects which was one that I had developed, so she put me on Actonel. I have been taking Actonel since then off and on, but mostly off as I was really worried about the side effects. I am very anxious to receive your book and try your alternative.
Many thanks,
Annette
August 2, 2009
Ten years ago,at the age of 44, I was diagnosed with osteopenia. I had my first bone density at that time at my dr.’s suggestion because I had an early menpause. Back then, EVERYONE was expected to take estrogen auromatically at the first signs of menapause. I refused–even tho the med community kept insisting it was safe and that everyone needed it or dreadful things would happen –bone loss, heart disease, our skin would age, etc, etc. I refused mainly because breast cancer is big in my family and even I realized at that time that artificial hormones can stimulate breast cancer. Then news broke out how dangerous it was and everyone was being taken off it–some people had been on it for years and years. The very next time I went in for my yearly pap/breast exam the very same dr that had been hounding me to get on estrogen was now hounding me to get on Fosomax. I do not put anything in my body without researching it, even so called natural products. I live a healthy lifestyle. I have researched these drugs thru every known source for 9 yrs–I could probably even write a thesis on bone formation. The pushing of these dangerous drugs by means of scare tactics and mis-information is insane. We are being brain washed as a society by drug co.s to believe only drugs can fix things-even drs. are being brainwashed. Just watch all the drug commercials on TV. People need to wake up and take responsibility for their own health and realize that there are no miracle drugs –everything has side effects. There are no quick fixes. As more of us become aware of these scams, it will pressure drs to become more informed. If your dr is recommending tums, milk and fosomax to ” cure” your osteo, RUN, don,t walk. As shameful as it is, as archaic as this kind of info is, many still are. Thanks for letting me express my thoughts.
November 5, 2009
And thanks to you for taking the time to write so eloquently!
January 3, 2010
AMEM SISTER!!!
July 24, 2009
Vivian this was very interesting about Melanie very good. My specialist has an open mind but I have to stay on my epilepsy medication medication. Will talk to him in December. I to am drinking milk products and yogourt, gained weight. Bone density test August 05 2009.
July 23, 2009
Dear Vivien’ I can’t wait to to get stated with my Reuolution, them I can give my testimonial too. I havent recived my package yet . I just put in my order on july 22rd.
March 28, 2010
I have a question:
Will I be getting the Handbook in the mail.
I do hope so. I will appreciate that.
I do not do e-books.
Sincerly,
Charlene.
July 17, 2009
About a month ago, my orthopedist told me that my severe back and hip pain was caused by spinal arthritis and osteoporosis. I was very upset, and had never heard of a man having a diagnosis of osteoporosis. At any rate, I knew that I would never take any of the medications developed for treating this condition. I searched for any information I could find on the internet. One of the interesting finds was Vivian’s book, which I purchased. I also found numerous articles detailing how magnesium supplementation could help these conditions. I immediately began taking the supplements. When the book arrived, I adjusted my diet as much as I could and began to follow its guidelines. After only one week, I still have pain, but I think it may be a little less. I have taken very little pain medication. I have lost 7 pounds, and my high blood pressure got so low that I am seeing my family doctor to see what to do about it. I guess I could say that these things are making me hopeful that I may be able to alleviate and, hopefully, reverse my condition.
May 31, 2009
For “Mary” post of April 30, 2009. In regard to your thyroid, please go to Dr. David Brownstein’s site, he is an expert on thyroid and iodine (and salt). The thyroid is responsible for regulating our hormones, all of them. When the thyroid gets out of whack, it generally means that your iodine levels are insufficient. When that happens, the thyroid will pull reserves of iodine from your ovaries, the 2nd largest store in the body, and then from the breasts, the 3rd largest store in the body, with the thyroid being the primary store. when this happens for years at a time,the results can be devastating including fibroid cysts in breasts and cysts on the ovaries, not to mention a host of other issues including bone issues. Please check out his book “Iodine and why you need it!” (Dr. david Brownstein, M.D.). He is a traditionally trained (allopathic) doctor who turned to natural medicine as he felt he was killing more people with barbaric pharmeceuticals rather than actually healing them. At any rate, your thyroid would definitely be a contributing factor to your bone health problems.
Good luck!
Margaret
May 25, 2009
I’ve just listened to the audio and I am so encouraged. Being at the mercy of Drs is very scary, that is why we have to take responsibility for our own health.I am not saying that we dont need Drs,we do,but we cannot just accept whatever they prescribe without researching it first.I know first hand what some of these medications can do.Now I am looking forward to your book and a succesful outcome.
November 5, 2009
Amen!
May 24, 2009
I am not able to play the audio. The page loads but with errors on the page. I do not see an audio link to click either. Any ideas? Thanks, Madeleine
May 22, 2009
I have been on Actonel for 10 years, now using the 150 mg one time a month. My Bone Density it terrible and has continued to go down the entire 10 years. I have ordered your book but I sure hope it’s not full of lots of pills, hard to swallow, and terrible food items as that doesn’t help any of us as we will not continue to follow them for any length of time. I’m 74 years old and stopped drinking milk 4 years ago but do still enjoy Cheese on a daily basis. I hope your book has good information as I do exercise and try to eat properly but do NOT like diets and pills. Hope it has good things in it for me.
May 21, 2009
Dear Vivian,
I am interested in purchasing your book. However, I wanted just a little more information before I do. So far, I know it includes information about exercise and supplements. Can you tell me what else it includes? – just general information.
Thanks & Best Wishes,
Eva Smoke
6200 Windermere Place
Fort Worth TX 76112-3132
817-496-9388
November 5, 2009
Hi Eva,
Your questions are answered in the free Natural Bone Building Guide. You can get it here:
http://saveourbones.com
April 30, 2009
I want to purchase the book because I have severe osteoporosis. My problem is I also have an overactive thyroid which seems to be rare and is stripping my bones and I haven’t been able to learn of a natural treatment for this. I’m wondering if the book covers this problem. It is very easy to find info on an underactive thyroid but not an overactive one. Does anyone have any answers for this.
Leona W Martin, you said you have been taking 1,000 daily of ius for your bones. Can you tell me what ius is? Thank you
July 22, 2009
You might want to Google Mary Shomone (not sure if name has an e on the end or not). She is quite the expert on the thyroid and has a site up as well as moderating another site on the topic. HTH.
April 27, 2009
I really want to purchase a copy of your book but am reluctant to put my credit card details through the net – how else can I obtain your book. I am 50, just been diagnosed with Osteo quite severely in my back and mederate in my hips. Doctor wants me to take the Osteo drugs! I am very reluctant, after only a little bit of research.. I have just been to a naturopath who has found that although my mouth acidic reading was reasonable my urine ph was as bad as it gets. Therefore need to go on a alkiline diet – is this the type of things you write about. Other research now on alkiline food is rather daunting. HELP! Have stopped drinking COKE! and now regularly exercising.
November 5, 2009
Great! You can order by mail, and the instructions are here:
http://saveourbones.com/get-started
April 6, 2009
Yes JoAnne I was thinking the same thing. It would be good to have a “recipe” tag or even a place where I allow my email to be sent to others that would like to share recipes or other ideas.
Thank you
April 6, 2009
I just finished reading your book…it was very informative. One question though.. Do you hav a sample diet plan for alkaline foods? It is hard to get a good idea just from the lists. Thank You JR
August 21, 2009
If you do get the information that you are requesting could you please pass it on . I as well am at a loss on the eatting plan am a vegetarian so do get lots of veggies and fruts .Have recently started juicing as well. Good luck with your journey be well
November 5, 2009
Hi JoAnne,
The Bone Health Recipe Guide has ideas.
April 6, 2009
how well is egg shell for the bones?
November 5, 2009
Lisa,
Eggshells are not well absorbed because they are inorganic calcium. I don’t recommend it.
April 1, 2009
Hi June I am also from Australia and have also been perscribed Actonel. I am so sorry for the results you have had with it but with you writing on this site it has really backed my decision not to take it. I actually filled the perscription and just could start it and was ill just reading the stuff that was in it.
I am at present waiting for the copy of Vivian’s book, and the moment I pressed the button to order it, it was like a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders.
I am hoping that I will be like many others in a years time and say how well everything went and how much better I am.
Good luck and healthy eating to everyone
March 30, 2009
when people say they are off prescription drugs, does that include heart, water ect. pills too? I’m a 76 year old male. In the last two years I’ve developed little callauses ect. I think the pills caused them.
March 11, 2009
I am a 57 year old male diagnosed with severe osteoporosis in 2003. At that time my t-scores were in the upper -3 to lower -4 range hip and back! I had been physically active all my life, non-smoker, decent diet—-no indication of any problem. Then one day I felt a twinge in my lower back—tried to stretch it out and rest up to no avail. Next day it got worse, by the 4th day I couldn’t get out of bed so I went to the ER. I spent two weeks of that next month in the hospital—again no answers–they recommended prescription pain killers, drugs like Boniva and physical therapy but while I was in the hospital they also tried an epidural pain block injection treatment (three shots in 8 days). After that within a few weeks I developed severe shoulder pain in both shoulders! The diagnosis? Osteonecrosis (bone death). Two shoulder replacements later I’m still extremely sore with limited mobility even with daily stretching and exercise. I’m convinced (and so is my shoulder doc) that the sterodal pain block injections are responsible for the osteonecrosis though of course that’s just our opinion. At any rate I am now 5’5″ tall (down from 5’10″ 6 years ago). My t-scores have dramatically improved but still above -2 and they have been up and down. I took Forteo for two years then switched to Boniva which I finally stopped taking for good about 4 months ago. At this time I’m not on any prescription drugs or any prescription pain killers or over the counter drugs—just trying to eat right and stretch and exercise. I never suffered from the known side effects of Boniva and to be honest I haven’t felt any different since stopping. By pacing myself as far as physical activity and by stretching, I have found I can live with the pain but I want my life back!
I know we can beat this!!
Thank you for letting me vent.
Mick
March 8, 2009
Hi,
Presently in the process of taking up a court action against Actonel here in Australia.
My condition has become worse since using this drug and my teeth have broken off at the gum. Had to have other teeth removed as they had cracked and a lower denture put in. Facial infection followed and the gum is very slow in healing. There was also a hole in my face which has proven not to be caner thank god.
The QC asked who said this and who said that – when I referred him to your site he scoffed and replied that it is only the internet, dont believe everything you read.
Are your details listed here such as:- the drug described as being used in cleaning products etc., true.
Regards,
June.
November 5, 2009
Hi June,
Of course the info on drugs is true! Even the scientists that discovered them recognize this. Check out the quote by Dr. Fleisch in Chapter 5 of The Bone Health Revolution.
March 7, 2009
All woman need to know that it is very important to keep our HORMONES balanced throughout life not only to PREVENT OSTEOPOROSIS, but to have overall good health. It has been researched and advocated by Dr. Lee that PROGESTERONE builds bone. PROGESTERONE is the most beneficial hormone in our endocrine system. It can prevent breast cancer and osteoporosis. I challenge every woman to look into the wonderful benefits of Bio-Identical Hormones. They are made identical to actually what your body makes and are extremely safe and beneficial. I am a Bio-Identical Hormone and Health Coach. I give woman the knowledge thay need to empower them to have a partnership with their dr. so they can live the rest of their journey healthy and diseased free. I do 1 1/2 hr. consults for $25. I have researched BHRT for 14ys and have written a book. You can email me at sberkey@teacher.com so I can make a difference in your life. Thank you, Susan
March 7, 2009
Hi Very inspiring, I too hope to have the same success as Melanie by following the bone revelation… I would recommend everyone gives it a try
March 7, 2009
Thank you so much for the audio discussion. It is very worthwhile and helpful. I have not had another bone density test this year. but, my bone density level improved to normal after 3 months of 50,000 ius twice/week. Now I am on 1,000 daily or 2,000 every other day.
Trying to do better naturally.
Leona
March 6, 2009
Hi Vivan thankyou for yr help,Mellanies story was very interesting,saw my gp last week admitted two him i had been using progesterone cram two try and increase my bone density,he didnt recomend this cream as being not safe,my next bd test is November,if there is no improvement he said i would have two start taking Actonel again,it is going two be awaiting game.I was wondering if anyone else has used progestrone cream and the dangers if any eg cancer from cream,I hate the thought of having two take Actonel again or Fosamax seems pretty scary,Regards Stephen.
July 31, 2009
The natural progestrone creams are wonderful and will not cause cancer. I have used them for years.
March 5, 2009
I am hesitating on ordering the book because I’m wondering if there are a lot of special foods to buy. Also, I am 70 and in good health with osteopenia. I do regular exercise, but will I have to devote much time each day to doing more? Also, how much calcium should I be taking per day? I would so appreciate any help in these areas. Thank you. Ginger
November 5, 2009
Hi Ginger,
It’s all about common sense and achieving good balance with foods, exercise and peace of mind.
And about calcium: the body does not absorb more than 500 mg. at one time. The recommended dose is between 800 to 1,200 mg/day.
March 5, 2009
Dear Vivian, I listened to the audio and I hope my news is good after my next bone density test. I was on Actonal for seven years and went from osteopenia to osteoporosis. BAD TO WORSE. My wisdom teeth came in at age 67 with a growth in the jaw bone on one of the impacted ones. During that dental exam in June of 2007, the oral surgeon would not remove any because of a low blood count for bone healing as a result of Actonal in my system. Four months after stopping Actonal my blood count rose to a satisfactory but not great level and he was able to start work on my jaw. Needles to say I never resumed taking Actonal.
It’s been since the end of November, 2008 since I started your Bone revelation 80-20 diet. HEARS HOPING ! Arlene
March 5, 2009
Hi I have just listened to the audio and can’t help wondering why I have been so lucky because I have been on Fosamax for 11yrs and seem to be ok, I am 74yrs old but since I had all your very good advice i took myself of them last May and now take vit D plus exersice I feel fit for my age once sgain thank you very much susan
March 5, 2009
Oh, dear Nona, I am so sorry you are still on Prednisone!! Although, like you, I was previously a very healthy woman for more than 70 years, I TOO was diagnosed with Temporal Arteritis — a very dangerous, rare disease. In my fear of its potential “end results”, I made the mistake of going on Prednisone — the “immune system killer”, one of the most disastrous mistakes of my life. I hope you can get off it SOON, even if you have to take yourself off it, as I did. The side effects of that drug are worse by FAR than Fosamax, a drug I never took. During the only three months I was on Prednisone, I lost a great deal of hair, had a terribly puffy face, and countless other serious side effects, but the WORST of them was that my spine, which had only been mildly OSTEOPENIC before I took Prednisone, became thoroughly OSTEOPOROTIC, per MRI, in only three months of Prednisone use! The osteoporosis became so bad that I developed FIVE compression fractures from the lumbar area on up into the thoracic region.
Fortunately, even before I discovered this osteoporosis had developed, I looked at my puffed up face one day and decided that enduring my side effects was beyond insane — that doctors knew so little about true health that they were required (by lack of any other DRUG solution) to KILL my immune system to supposedly save my life! Personally I believe that’s both insane and barbaric. So, that day I simply decided to cut my Prednisone dosage in half, and from there I kept carefully decreasing it every few days until I was able to stop taking Prednisone on my own, with no medical permission, and no apparent damage to my adrenals.
I then looked online for a “natural doctor”, found Dr. Pepi, here in the Los Angeles, CA area (she has a website full of success stories) and, at GREAT expense, in three appointments she opened what was actually an energy blockage in the arteries of my skull. She did this through specialized energy work, changing my diet, and putting me on enormous daily consumption of Super EPA (fish oil) made by Nutri-West (at least 36 capsules/day!). It cost me far more than $1000, but I DID END the danger from the T.A. AND, by ceasing Prednisone, the GROWTH of osteoporosis was STOPPED cold! It has been one year now that I’m T.A. and Prednisone-free, thank God for that blessing, and I’ve been steadily rebuilding my spine since then, while avoiding the lifting I used to be able to do so easily, but which caused those fractures. With the help of the Bone Health Revolution program I INTEND to return to “normal” in a couple of years, as you have. I have NOT had a bone density exam since right after starting the Prednisone, but I am CERTAIN it will not be as “bad” as it could have been if I had not ESCAPED Prednisone, and it will continue to improve as I follow this easy, natural, and drug-free route.
Nona, I recommend you find any kind of “natural doctor” who has experience with your rare T.A., or with “miraculous” reversals of ANY other dangerous diseases and do whatever it takes to get OFF Prednisone and NEVER get on it again. It IS a bone KILLER. Even if you continue to have a high SED rate and C-Reactive Protein AFTER leaving Prednisone, don’t give in to the statistics MDs will throw at you, because I’ve learned that there may be OTHER reasons why that are NOT T.A. related. That same natural doctor should also have a way to help reduce your blood pressure. However, whatever the cause of any disease, there is almost ALWAYS a better alternative available to be offered you by a “Complementary” or Integrative Medicine practitioner! And God bless you!
Jafra Austin
February 24, 2009
Dear Vivien,
I have just finished listening to the audio and it was most informative. I have always considered my self a healthy person taking vitamins,protein etc. Other than accidents & and very rare illness such as my last one being temporil Artitis, which after having a biopsy was confirmed in April of last year. I was pur on 60 mg.of predsone a day I am now down t 3 mg. and hoping after my next appt.to be off of it or at least a lower dose, I also hve been on fosomax for about 2 years, I have checked this drug out and have been very concerned about the side effects of this drug. They also have me on high blood pressure medicine. I am a small boned person and always have taken good care of myself, I am always looking for answeres and to put myself back on a drug free existance.
About 3 years ago after falling over a bage of groceries on a hard wood floor I broke my hip and had a partial hip replacement. Any information is greatly appreciated.
I am looking forward to the book I ordered from you.
Thank you,
Nona Benbow
June 22, 2009
Hello,
I have not needed a Fosamax-related Dr. visit as of yet, but had some severe hormone issues a few years back. The “tried and true” automatic suggestion of stick it out and here’s a scrip for Wellbutrin was what I received! A long search led me to an Wellness Dr. an hour and half away from me, but she has been my medical salvation. PLEASE hear this: everyone needs an Alternative care person to walk them through these very hard decisions which can make one feel like an ‘imbecile’ if they do not heed the Western doc’s advice! Understand that as a nurse, I fell for these ways of thinking for many years and did the old routine for care: antibiotics, milk, OTC meds for whatever ailed my kids. But my personal wake-up call has brought me full circle…medicine may be fine for emergency care, but otherwise, I believe there are completely sensible and healing ways to care for our selves holistically.
A few years back I was introduced to Essential Oils and watched my sister heal from a 12 year upper respiratory cough! I now use these therapeutic grade essentials oils daily, as does my family. Look up http://Essenceofpureliving.younglivingworld.com for more information on other great healing additions to your healthcare…your personal ‘medicine chest’ of healthy alternatives!
We need more people like Vivian to help us and I am grateful to pass her book on to my mom and any others who come to my business for help. I love to spread the word of alternative knowledge to others, so keep seeking until you have the peace of mind that what you are doing for your body is not harmful, but restorative. Don’t feel ‘bad’ for questioning what a ‘doctor’ wants to put in your mouth. Ask them if they are on the same drug or have family members taking them! The truth will be told!
Blessings to health!
Sherry