Q: I am a celiac. I am allergic to wheat and cannot eat oats or barley and that they say is why I have severe osteoporosis. I know how to use the right flours to make up for your reg flour and I love carrot cake. I am 5′5″ and weigh 104 lbs and trying to gain about 20 lbs and find it impossible. Any suggestions?
A: Indeed, celiac is a bit challenging, but you seem to have found the answers to manage it. If you want to discover the truth about osteoporosis and how to have strong and healthy bones without taking dangerous drugs and (this is very important in your case) without relying on extra supplements, I strongly recommend that you read The Bone Health Revolution.
In it, I tackle bone loss from its root cause: excess calcium leakage to correct a biochemical imbalance that’s related to the pH in our tissues. And it can all be managed by properly combining foods. You’ll be glad to know that wheat and oats are not good for our bone health because they create an acid residue. In The Bone Health Action Plan no foods are forbidden, however, and there are many choices available to suit everyone’s needs and palate as well.
In reference to your weight gain, I think that as long as you feel good and healthy, you’re on the right track. It’s hard to gage weight and height because there are so many variations in frame and other things. For example, I’m 5′8″ and weigh a little over 130 lbs., without considering myself too skinny… You might want to concentrate on eating calorie dense foods for a while and see what happens.
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November 15, 2009
I have been put on Etidrocal by my Dr. It is a medication not mentioned in your book do you know anything about it’s side affects? I have only taken two prescriptions to date. It comes with two weeks of Etidrocal tablets and then 72 days of Calcium tablets. Your program is great and I look forward to learning more.
October 31, 2009
I am 58 years “young” but physically feel 158!
I have severe osteoporosis, scoliosis,degenerative joint disease, hypothyroidism with nodules.
For the past 2 years I have been injecting myself with Forteo. My bone density has increased “some” and my endocrinologist has informed me that I must now have the once a year Reclast injection.
I did not want to do the 2 year Forteo in the first place but felt that I had no other option because of my bone loss. I do not want to do this Reclast infusion either because of the possible problems that can result.
I was for many years a very hard worker in Administration with many responsibilities. I did not take very good care of my health during those years. Unfortunately I am physically suffering today as a result. I know that knowledge is power and I am more than willing to make healthy choices for myself today. It took me a while to get to this point but I have arrived!
I would much rather go the natural route if at all possible. I know that I am not an easy fix and I have realistic expectations. My attitude is positive and I truly believe that ignorance is NOT bliss! I would like your help and guidance and expertise in suggestions regarding my options.
I was on Synthroid for years and I switched to a natural d/hormone “Armour”. Unfortunately they have made some changes to it and it no longer does what it used to. I have found a replacement which is fine. That is a whole other story for another time.
I am interested in your input regarding the immediate concern regarding “Reclast”
I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you again for your help for all of us. It is nice to know that there IS HELP out there.
October 31, 2009
Hi Marsha,
Reclast is a bisphosphonate, just like Fosamax, Actonel, and Boniva. You can read what I have to say about Reclast in my free Natural Bone Building Guide.
October 11, 2009
Hi
I am 60 , still working. I am also on GF diet since 1979 when diagnosed with Dermatitis Heppetiformis. I have ordered your guide because I believe in natural way of healing .
October 31, 2008
Jenny, your positive attitude is contagious…Keep it up!
Best,
Vivian
October 28, 2008
Hi
I am Coeliac too! I was diagnosed 25 years agon! My Osteoporosis was I believe, a direct link with mal-absorption of Calcium along with working too hard for too long, no holidays and no sunshine and bad/irregular eating habits. The funny thing was that we owned at the time a superb restaurant with great food, which was highly acclaimed. However, the last thing we got to do was eat regularly and rest!
We sold the restaurant and then I discovered that I had a 20% loss in my lumbar spine and osteopenia in my right hip. I had the necessary MRI scans (upright MRI) etc and my specialist prescribed bisphosphonates – which I refused to take. (This was 5 months ago)I have changed my diet and re-introduced weight bearing exercise (I used to be a PE teacher in my youth) and found some gold standard, wonderful supplements. These include Calcium and Vit D, along with other essential vits and Omega 3. I now feel great, my back does not ache nearly as much and I have hope. I am a young 60 yr old and I don’t want to give up yet. I have too much to do and a living to earn. We won’t be able to retire yet so I need to be fit. Keep eating GF food, take some well respected supplements (I could recommend), exercise in the right way, reduce alcohol and get some sunshine. Enjoy life! It is there for the taking:)