My path to discover the truth about osteoporosis has been fascinating and arduous at the same time. As you probably know by now, the hundreds of hours I have dedicated to research osteoporosis culminated with the Save Our Bones Program.
But I’m not resting on my laurels; indeed, my research never stops… I am always looking for new knowledge and new frontiers in the osteoporosis arena, so I can filter through to you the most important information along with practical and result-oriented solutions.
Marine biologists are not held captive by Big Pharma
One of the key protocols of the Save Our Bones Program is the importance of maintaining an alkaline body pH in order to build strong and healthy bones, and I reveal some easy “tricks” you can follow to achieve exactly that with little work.
And not surprisingly, many in the medical community under the influence of Big Pharma, completely shrug off and suppress this crucial bone health remedy. This is also the case with many other scientifically sound revolutionary health solutions that can’t be patented and are therefore not as profitable as selling a patentable drug.
But here’s fascinating proof that the truth can’t be suppressed and will be acknowledged by those not held captive by the medical establishment. You see, unlike most doctors, marine biologists openly acknowledge that an acidic pH weakens the skeleton.
In fact, they fear that because the oceans’ pH is getting lower or more acidic, the skeleton of marine animals will weaken even to the point of dissolving, profoundly altering the underwater ecology.
Here’s some interesting information that you can use to “shake-up” the skeptics, and it involves an unexpected parallel between your bone health and the ocean.
Ocean Acidification: A Global Case of Osteoporosis
This surprising headline is the title of Kathleen McAuliffe’s article published in Discover Magazine (July 2008). She writes that “industrial carbon dioxide is turning the oceans acidic, threatening the foundation of sea life.”
She explains that as the oceans absorb increasingly large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) from atmospheric pollution, the water keeps turning more acidic. And the lower water pH endangers all marine creatures, especially mollusks and crustaceans such as crabs, clams, and oysters that produce calcium carbonate shells.
The author goes on to say that this is not just a theory; it’s a reality confirmed by experiments with compressed CO2 poured directly into laboratory test tanks. To the scientists’ amazement, the acidifying effect of CO2 caused the spines of sea urchins and the shells of mollusks to literally dissolve.
McAuliffe makes the connection with osteoporosis and writes that:
“Like human bones whittled by osteoporosis, their exoskeletons will grow thin and brittle or—mirroring what happened to the test animals at CO2 injection sites—dissolve.”
Simply put, CO2 acidifies the oceans causing….
Osteoporosis under the Sea
Analysis of CO2 preserved in ice cores shows that since the 19th century, the pH of the ocean has dropped by 0.1 measurement unit, representing a 30 percent increase in acidity.
While significant, this number is dwarfed by the acidifying effects of the typical North American or Western diet.
These diets are rich in acidifying animal proteins, grains and chemical additives, while strikingly low in alkalizing vegetables and fruits. This leads to chronic metabolic acidosis, so no wonder we are facing an osteoporosis epidemic. But fortunately…
You can stay afloat
Consider the Save Our Bones Program along with this website as your life raft.
Thankfully, you don’t have to rely on the one-sided “research” of the medical establishment that only focuses on “medicine” rather than “health.” The same establishment that marginalizes all natural and common sense solutions in favor of dangerous and hugely profitable drugs. But as you just read, the truth is out there and little by little, it will reach the millions that are suffering at the hands of this establishment.
When you follow the program, you won’t drown in the turbulent seas of misinformation, toxic drugs and helplessness.
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January 13, 2012
This is the one thing I did not realize is that previous fractures cause “melting” of the bones. About a year ago, I noticed that the fingers on the right hand were larger than the left. I broke my wrist when I was 5 years old, now 73. My doctor withdrew 30 cc of fluid from the right hand. My fingers are now equal size. He attributed this fluid from melting of the bone around the previous fracture. Now I have lost 3
in height from a sternal fracture. I was 5 6 in 6th grade, Now I am 5 6 1/2. This down from 5 9 1/2.
October 27, 2011
I have found a good source of litmus paper for testing Ph levels, someone was asking about this. The company is Inner Glow health products. http://WWW.innerglow.com.au. They ship although like me they are based in Australia. I test each week either with saliva or urine. I started off quite acid at 6.4 and now am at 7.00. I think Vivienne suggests 7-7.4 as the ideal. Thanks again for all your hard work Vivienne, you so inspire me. I look forward so much to your emails, advice and support and love hearing from the community as well. I have also at last found a source of marine algae calcium and spoke the owner the other day, they get the algae from Iceland and Ireland. Wonderful. Best to you all. Carolyn
October 15, 2011
A big problem for me, is that I am not able to maintain a healthy weight on the program. I have tried. I have little appetite and a high metabolism. When I went on the program, I dropped 5 lbs., and I didn’t have it to lose. I had to go back to my pbj’s just to stay afloat. Yes, I have tried whole meal and whey shakes. Not enough. Any help appreciated.
October 15, 2011
Connie, there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat on the Save Our Bones Program (and no limit to the amount you can eat) that it should be easy to adjust for either weight loss or weight gain. You can add more complex carbs that pack calories, such as bananas, grapes, alkalizing beans, green peas, sweet potatoes, potatoes with peel, etc. And you can up the calories of the acidifying foods. For example, replacing chicken with beef. What also helps is having multiple snacks throughout the day.
If that doesn’t do it for you, you could try switching to a 70/30 alkaline/acid balance, to increase consumption of higher calorie foods (pasta, brown rice, bread, etc.).
July 25, 2011
I am wondering how soon human being will end. All the misleading informations dominating today’s world. The mainstream say population is the problem, but the cars, industrialization, urbanization, oil spill are not big problems.
April 27, 2011
I have recently been taking Pearlcium – a calcium from Pearls marketed in Hawaii. Have you heard of it? It is supposed to be one of the most natural and bioavailable of the calcium supplements. I’d like your comments please.
November 19, 2011
I am going to try the Dr. Barefoot / Bob’s best calcium suppose to be from pearls of the seas from Okinawa where people have healthy bones and no osteo. I think this ‘save your bones’ program has nothing against it. I don’t see where Dr. Vivian sells a particular calcium pill so I will try the above. The whole thing is so confusing ……….. and to buy a book to read up on it might make it even more confusing. I am 68 and very active I teach belly dancing since 1972 and still teaching. However my last bone density my back was minus 4 and hips minus 2.5 but it’s my understanding that the test does not show how strong the bones actually are. Anyway I will try the calcium listed above and let whoever is reading this what my next bone density shows. kindest regards, tina http://www.bellydancingwithtina.com
April 11, 2011
This article on the acidification of the ocean is startling and begs the question, is the commercial soda pop destroying our bones? I use a naturally sweetened zero calorie cola but included in the ingredients is carbonated water!!! I shall now assume this is bad stuff, correct?
thanks, Sanda
August 11, 2011
I’m sure Vivian will correct me if I’m wrong (& yes, I’m open & happy to receive correction, as it is one of the best ways to learn), but she approves of both distilled water & carbonated water. Just the other day I read her recipe for lemon-cucumber drink. Right in the recipe it said that a substitution of carbonated water could be made for the distilled water for variety. Colas made w/ HFCS, phosphoric acid & junk like that are the real problem when it comes to carbonation.
August 23, 2011
I really would like to know if carbonated water, since it contains CO2, is safe to drink.
August 11, 2011
Oops! I cut & paste my post from my notepad & posted it to the wrong question. I don’t see a way to delete my comment so here is my answer to your question.
Yes, I would stay away all colas, whether no calorie, one calorie or a week’s worth of calories. HFCS may not be in there, but usually the artificial sweeteners which replace it are worse & the coloring can’t be good either. People across the board consistently gain weight while using such products, their blood sugar gets or stays out of whack & their hunger increases. Keep in mind that even if you put something into your stomach, if it is nutrient deficit which low calorie sodas are, your body will still hunger.
August 11, 2011
You’re absolutely correct, Sheryl Ann!
March 29, 2011
Just wanted to let you know how much I appreciated reading all the comments regarding Vivienne’s Saving our Bones and Oceans, commentary. I have shared my thoughts under particular comments already posted and am looking forward to emails from Vivienne, herself.
In Appreciation,Victoria.
March 27, 2011
I am taking Raw Algaecal Calcium 756mgxfive and it’s helping. I am taking B12, C500, D1000, & UbiQuinol CoQ-10. I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis the last month of 2010. I began researching ways to build my bones without taking the controverseal Drug Remedies offered by doctors and the medical community. I hopped online and discovered Vivian& the “SaveOur Bones” Program. I have found the support and information I have received and continue to receive is invaluable. Just when I think I have a question I need answered, sure enough it is the question that is the subject of the next article that vivian puts up for comments by those of us in the SaveourBonesProgram community who are looking to live our lives a better way! “Thankfully, we don’t have to rely on the one sided “research” the medical establishment has contributed only focusing on drugs and “medicine” rather than “long term health.” The same establishment that marginalizes all natural and common sense solutions in favor of dangerous and hugely profitable drugs. But as you just read, the truth is out there and little by little, it will reach the millions that are suffering at the hands of this establishment. So I quote Ms. Vivian.
“When you follow thesaveourbonesprogram, you won’t drown in the turbulent seas of misinformation, toxic drugs and helplessness”.
And so we listen and learn and take advantage of those articles that answer out cares and concerns about “Osteoporosis”.. “Yes we can” get better as we advocate for ourselves. Using invaluable infomation researched, tried and true. If we believe and stay interactive, take good advice, support eachother and follow the “SAVEOURBONESCOMMUNITY” I say we can improve our bone strength without toxic drugs, quick fixes;and experimental/trial/outcomes.
December 27, 2010
Very interesting parallel Vivian and this is very sad to attend the destruction of nature by human beings who are considered living beings with more intelligence but lacking in wisdom.
As a metaphysical principle says: “what is inside is outside ” and what happens outside now is a reflection of what is inside the human mind.
As part of a whole that we are each of us I think we should start taking care of our bodies and our minds to try to restore the balance.
December 9, 2010
So, OK – you say to keep your body more alkaline than acid – - well, this works just fine for those of you who do not get KIDNEY/and/or Bladder infection at the drop of a hat! I have to be very careful to keep my body on the side of acid, rather than alkaline, because the last few times I’ve had KIDNEY infections it just about killed me off !
So, what works well for one, doesn’t always work well for everyone.
I truly wish we didn’t have to go through all this trying to figure out what works best, but that is the name of the game. Sometimes, I am tired of playing the game.
October 5, 2011
Hi Vivian,
I just got the results of my bone density test and everything is normal. I’ve been trying to eat 80% alkaline and 20% acidic, and it seems to be working. I even have a small salad for breakfast with eggs and 1 slice of whole grain toast. I like PAM OLIVE OIL SPRAY. It’s great instead of butter, and use it on baked potato along with Walden Farms dressing, (Zero fat, carbs and calories).
Checking into Phoenixnutritionals.com for absorbable biocomplete calcium recommended by Dr. Whiting: (888) 454-8464
Jeanne
December 3, 2010
Hi Vivienne
What is your view on Protelos? Can’t find much info on it. It has been prescribed for me. I’m a bit confused with all the conflicting info, Would appreciate your comment. Thank-you. A
December 3, 2010
Hi Ann,
I addressed this in ‘Vivian Answers Day’ #6. Please take a look at Q&A #3.
November 28, 2010
It is powerful to read this example of the effects of acidity on the oceans animals and how it can be used as a demonstration of the effects of PH levels in the body. I continue to be so impressed by what you uncover and share Vivienne. There will always be detractors who can’t judge the well intended who believe in natural processes as correct, and i suppose that is because we want to believe the corrupt nature of the Pharma system is not corrupt. I prefer to play safer than that. With warm gratitude and respect. D
November 27, 2010
As you seem to be saying that the ocean is becoming more acidic, is it still safe to take AlgaeCal, which I have just bought as I thought you recommended it, as this states it is an ocean algae?
I would appreciate a reply to this question as I am uncertain what to do now.
With thanks.
November 27, 2010
Hi Lynette,
Algae-derived calcium is just fine! Algae absorb oceanic nutrients but are not affected by their surrounding pH.
November 27, 2010
I didn’t read anything in the article about how the medical profession suppresses information about key osteoporosis remedies. Where does it say that this is happening?
November 27, 2010
Hi Margaret,
It may not be true in your experience, but many doctors are not open to natural solutions. It’s certainly not true in all cases, but for a majority of medical professionals, “cure” equals drugs.
November 26, 2010
I note your concern (justified) regarding genetically engineered soybeans. I also watched your video recipe for raw burritos and noted your use of corn kernels. Corn is another major genetically engineered crop in the US (see the documentary ‘King Corn’) and I wonder if another product could be substituted?
Thank you.
Anna
November 27, 2010
You’re right, Anna. Corn is often genetically modified. Buying organic corn would be a good way to make sure you’re getting a non-GMO product, but you could certainly either eliminate the corn in the recipe or substitute another vegetable. The Raw Burrito recipe is just an example of a raw food meal; feel free to be creative with it.
November 26, 2010
Hi Vivian
I do appreciate all the information that you send me. Keep up the great mission that you are on, in revealing to me all that is untrue out there. A big thanks from the Heart for sharing what helps. I do the heal lift and jump exercise every day. I find it very helpful.
Blessings
Margaret
November 25, 2010
Thank you Viviana for the recipie for Baked Tomatoes, they are delisious and definately a keeper.
For those of you who take VitD, I have been taken 10,000 IU’s daily for several months with no obvious side effects, I will increase the dose to 15,000 for the winter months. I purchase the liquid drops and mix them in with my morning protein drink.
November 8, 2010
I ask the community. Does anyone know if the T-zone vibrator machine, or any other similar machine is good for bones? Has anyone tried it and had results? I had planned to buy one at the Whole Life Expo in two weeks in Toronto. Would very much like to know more about your results on anything. Pleases let me know, I would appreciate it. Thanks.
November 6, 2010
Talk about drowning is a sea of INFORMATION. I
wish your book was more succinct and had a list of foods, supplements,etc. you could easily refer to. Frankly I don’t have the time to go through this page by page at a leisure I do not have yet????? I still work 10 hours a day.
Also, each time you slam the medical community, I am reminded of the recent political campaigns, very negative, a turn off.
I am a teacher, no great ties to the medical community so I’m just offering my observations.
Write less, give brief usable information, and
locations where products mentioned can be purchased, such as supplements.
Thanks
November 19, 2010
Hi- I find your email abrupt and rude, at least she is doing something positive. As for working 10 hours a day- do you think that has anything to do with why you have a bone health issue (presumably since you bought the book). Stress leaches bones! NOTHING is worth costing your health although that’s easy to say in this consumer driven world. Personally, I find the woman an inspiration. As for too much information- imagine if you had to find it all out yourself, how overwhelming would that be. As a teacher you should understand criticism should be constructive! Good luck on your quest! As for providing locations for supplements- Google!
June 14, 2011
We need to be tolerant of this persons occupation. It’s not something I could do, and obviously taking its toll of her patience. There’s a list in Chapter 9. The program needs a little reading time, but once you sit down to it, it’s really quicker and more interesting than you expected when starting. I believe that this program would be very beneficial to many ailments, not just osteoporosis. Yes, if looking for a product just google its name and your town or city name. For supplements I find iHerb very good online.
July 23, 2011
Well, I am a teacher, and find that our profession should not be used as an excuse for rudeness! I agree that her remarks were abrasive, and as such, not so helpful. Also, as a teacher, you would think she’d know how to skim a book for the information she is seeking! Yes, our job is demanding, but that doesn’t give us license to give sarcastic feedback!
November 3, 2010
Dear Vivian
Thanks for all the emails you send. I do appreciate all that you so kindly do in sharing your findings with us. I find this article particularly sad and informative…
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO. And MAY GOD BLESS YOU, AND YOUR FAMILY.
LOVE,
EVA
November 2, 2010
Thanks for the information on “What the ocean Can Teach you…People just fail to research what is good for them and what is not….they think just because a doctor prescribes a med, it must be right. This past year, I had two doctors give me wrong information. First of course, was the Bone med. which I reacted very badly too, the other was an unrelated foot problem, that the doctor wanted to operate. My gut feeling told me NO…as fate would have it, I found a sports-chirpractor who solved my problem naturally!! Viv, you are so right “Knowledge is Power.” Thanks again!!
October 5, 2010
Vivian, that was very interesting about the ocean etc.What would cause this?Thank you, so much, for all the info., you give us.
November 19, 2010
Co2 is a greenhouse gas, made by human beings.
September 18, 2010
Vivan, I very much appreciate your articles and wish I could afford the book. Is it available at a library?
Thanks
September 9, 2010
Are blueberries alkaline or acid? What about raspberries and strawberries too? Is there anywhere I can buy the Save our Bones Program in the UK? One more thing? What is the vibrating plate which can be stood on – is it very beneficial? I fear it is expensive.
Jane
September 8, 2010
I’m 43 & have have my first bone break at 40 yes I have osteo too, I dont want to take Alendronate. How do I check my Ph levels for acid ? I have pain always in my hips but nothing came up on the xrays, I would say I am on the go all the time but I’m no daily fittness freek. Where do I start?
August 23, 2010
Dear Vivian,I quit taking medication for my bones.The pharmaceuticals are Enemies of the people that are sick and you have to be your own advocate.Thank you for all the helpful info.Have to by your book soon. God bless you Vivian.
Heidi.
August 13, 2010
A Merx index of 1968 talks about potassium citrate and sodium citrate used for alkalizing the urine. Perhaps in those years Big Pharma was less greedy ?
As posted earlier by Vivian, a few hundreds hours to make the Save Our Bone Program brought tens of thousands of people buying the book, so that is about $60 X 50 000 = $ 300 000 for 500 hours of work, so it comes to $600 per hour. Not bad ! This might compare to high management wages at Big Pharma …
August 11, 2011
I don’t think it even comes close.
If Big Pharma can spend $89K per doctor to push their wares, they are making a lot more than $300K.
Also keep in mind, There are publishers, an editor, printers, shipping supplies, & Vivian’s staff involved in each Save Our Bones Program purchased. She is constantly adding time, attention & hours to the numbers you cite & it is not free to create & maintain this website either. I am sure that it is a labor of love & passion for her though I am glad she is doing well as the message gets out.
Big Pharma has repetitive sales, doctor’s promotion (Rx) & TV/newspaper ads drawing business from every nook & cranny. We have had to actually seek her information out or be told of it by someone.
Thank you Vivian.
August 10, 2010
PLEASE REFUND MY MONEY FOR THE BOOK I ORDERED OVER 4 MTHS AGO, YET STILL NO SIGN OF IF….KEEP GETTING TOLD IT’S ON IT’S WAY…VERY DISSAPPOINTED IN SERVIC
January 17, 2012
.I live in the Netherlands and received the book within 2 weeks after ordering.I am also very pleased by the information and and support I get from Vivian and her team.
October 13, 2010
Yes I too am waiting on the talking book of Save Our Bones.
I am so confused by all of this
July 19, 2010
I Really Enjoyed Your Article. It Was Very Informative. And Also Scary Too. To Think That Our Oceans Could Become So Acidic That It Could Destroy Our Sea Creatures, Like Crabs, Oysters, Clams, And Other Sea Life.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO. And MAY G-D BLESS YOU, AND YOUR FAMILY.
LOVE, MS. L.
June 23, 2010
Vivian,
Is baking soda (NAHCO3) alkalizing? Can you add small amounts of baking soda to your drinking water to raise your body’s alkalinity?
August 11, 2011
Using baking soda habitually is not good.
Most adult Americans suffer from having too little stomach acid (I kid you not!) which adds to the prevalence of vitamin B-12 deficiencies, among other things. You need stomach acid to properly digest your food & to receive proper nutrition from it. Habitual use of baking soda counteracts the natural functioning of your digestive system as it neutralizes your stomach acid. Bad idea.
Help your digestion, don’t hinder it. Someone else gave the advice of adding lemon to water. That is very good advice. Lemon is acidic due to the citric acid in it, but it has an alkalizing affect during digestion. Lemon is better than either lime or orange, but that you can use those too.
I have read that using lemon in hot water first thing in the morning at least 15 minutes prior to eating reaps the most benefit, though honestly, I have yet to drink that way as I live in South Florida. Lemon in ice water usually seems the way to go, especially this time of the year.
November 28, 2010
Beware of making your body too alkaline as this can have dangerous to your health. Your body’s ph is a fine balance. And the body can apparently manage acidousis (spelling) more easily than if it is too alkaline. Obviously by leaching calcium from the bones to counteract the acidity. So err on the side of caution and don’t go overboard with alkalinity. I was reading a very informative article written by a critical care nurse in the forum of the alkalinity diet website.
November 14, 2010
Apparently baking soda does help. Also, squeeze juice from a lemon or lime into water that has been boiled, first thing in the morning before eating helps. I’ve been advised by someone who knows lots about alternative medicine. It is worth a try. The baking soda is cheaper and easier, but not as tasty.
August 12, 2010
I need some good suggestions for bone building exercises for the thorax area of my back
June 22, 2010
I have auto-immune hypothyroid and osteoporosis as well as high blood pressure. I have been researching the acid/alkaline issue.
I find some information that recommends Coral Calcium because of the other minerals it contains (if it is not the fossilized kind).
What is your opinion of this?
Thanks for all the great information.
June 16, 2010
Hi Vivian, I am almost ready to stop taking “Evista” ( I believe this drug emulates progesterone – one of the side affects is hot flushes and this certainly is true. I don’t see much mention of Evista in the talk back, does anyone else take this? Thank you again. Jane
November 14, 2010
I took Actonel for 5 6 years and did well then Evista for 3 and it didn’t help (BMD went down). Now I take Forteo. Apparently, Evista helps prevent breast cancer. I had lots of leg, foot and hand cramps when I took Evista, but nothing else from either previous drug.
July 5, 2010
I also take this medication, but have not experienced any side effects. Evista is a brand name for Raloxifene hydrochloride….it’s a selective estrogen receptor modulator. As I understand it, it acts like estrogen in some parts of the body including the bones, but not like estrogen in other parts of the body….it promotes the building of new bone. To me, this seems a more positive treatment for osteoporosis, or prevention of, than medications such as Actonel, etc. Along with proper foods, vitamin D and calcium supplements, exercise and sleep, my Bone Mineral Density tests have steadily improved (the test is not an ideal indicator, but all there is for now as a benchmark.)
June 15, 2010
I personally am still acidic, not as bad as I was in the beginning, but am slowly changing my diet. I still have a lot of work ahead of me but I must admit I am walking now with less pain. I am exercising etc which has helped a lot. Thanks ever so much Vivian.
June 14, 2010
Please talk about the effects of PPI’s for GERD on bones. What do you do when you have to take this medication for severe acid reflux. I have now read that it affects calcium absorption. Do you have any suggestions?
Thank you.
June 5, 2010
My husband eats a TOTALLY non alk diet yet his PH is perfect. How can this be??!
June 1, 2010
Hi Vivian, What are your thoughts about the Garden of Life Grow Bone System? I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis a year ago after taking Kal Citrate for years. I will be sending for your program this summer. Thank you for your many words of wisdom. Lori
November 4, 2010
I use Garden of Life bone growth vitamins also. When I tried to get information on it last year from my gynocologist, she turned away from the bottle like it was a cross being shown to a vampire, and said she didn’t know anything about supplements. She had wanted to put me on actenol for osteopenia but I refused. I can’t wait for my bone density test this year to see if Garden of Life made any difference.
May 24, 2010
Thanks for the info,on bones and the ocean.
Also very good info. on the video.I will be
reading labels closley.
Thank again.
IRMA
May 24, 2010
What will happen to our oceans now with the oil debacle in the Gulf ???
May 23, 2010
I appreciate your help in getting my answer in our community, I don’t need the rice replacement.do as balance my diet 8:2.
I also thank you the information acidic levels in oceans water, I get more knowledge.
thank you
May 17, 2010
Friend thanks for the info.Would like to know why it is so hard to find calcium citrate without having to take so many a day(4) as to get the amount of calcium plus D, as to calcium carbonate,(which you say is not goodto take)only 2 calcium plus D carbonate gives me the same amount as calcium citrate.Its hard to find citratte most all in the drug stores are carbinated. If someone knows where to buy calcium citrate with out taking so many a day please let me know. Thanks, Joyce
August 11, 2011
Keep in mind, you can actually make your own calcium citrate from eggshells soaked for 6 hours in lemon juice. Half an eggshell yields approximately 500 mgs, which is a good dosage size. It can taken several/many times a day & can be stored covered in the refrigerator. There are recipes online (at least, that’s where I got mine). I always use carefree, organic pasture fed eggs as the shells are thicker & so contain more calcium.
Just make sure that you also take your magnesium citrate at the same time or it’s all for nought. And don’t forget to round out everything with the other essentials: vitamin D3, etc.
August 3, 2010
Try a health food store. You might consider calcium citrate with D and magnesium in liquid form. Two tablespoons, one in the am and one in the pm do the trick. Hope this information helps.
May 19, 2010
You can purchase calcium citrate online – go to luckyvitamins.com. I order the “Now” brand from them. You can order either powder or capsules. I mix the powder with applesauce in the evening – it’s an unusual taste but I got used to it. Also sometimes use the capsules.
Here’s the link:
http://www.luckyvitamin.com/search.aspx?search=1&SearchTerm=now+calcium+citrate&x=0&y=0
Lucky Vitamin is a great website – their prices are the lowest I’ve found for many brand items and I get a lot of my vitamins and skin/bodycare products from them.
May 13, 2010
Hello Everyone and ofcourse Vivian, Have just gone through all the e-mails and would like to say I have made a note of all the Fruits etc., to help with osteoporosis, thank you so much Jean xxxx
May 4, 2010
I support what Vivian is doing. Without people like Vivian we would be drowning in a world filled with sadness because we can’t look beyond our pocketbooks. When I think of all of the processed food I have consumed over the years, it’s no wonder I feel tired. Today I am trying to eat plenty of plaintains, pink grapefuit and savory olive oiled tomatoes. Carry on regardless of what others think.
April 28, 2010
Thanks Vivian for all the emails you send. I do appreciate all that you so kindly do in sharing your findings with us. I am not big on forums so you will not often find a comment from me, but rest assured I do read your emails!
I find this article particularly sad and informative…
April 19, 2010
Thank you! I took Boniva for 14 months until my stomache protested and I was not able to leave the house for 4 days! I called my OBGYN, who prescribed the Boniva, only to get a call back from the nurse with a prescription for Fosomax! That did it for me, I am now on your bone saving/building diet and Feel better about myself and confident that I can save my bones through diet and exercise. By the way I just had a bone scan after being on Boniva for 14 months and my scan was worse! I will stay in touch and let you know how things go. You are a bone saver!
April 18, 2010
Vivian: Thanks so much for all your input into the osteoporosis issue. When I subscribed to your book I was concerned at the price, but now I know that I’m getting much more than a book. I appreciate all your e-mails with further information and research.
I love vegetables, not so much fruit, but I have increased the alkaline veggies.
Many years ago I took Fosamax in liquid form because of a swallowing problem.I hated it and I stopped when my numbers indicated osteopenia and the numbers have not really changed in a few years.
I really admire the amount of knowledge you have regarding what we put into our bodies and how it affects us. I admire your knowledge of nutrition. I was especially concerned with the information about the ocean becoming acidic. Thanks for the ongoing e-mails, exercises, diet and concern about this issue. We need you to keep this info coming.
I am 76 and doing well.
April 15, 2010
I understand animal protein and chemical additives as acidifying. The grains as part of this leave me with questions. What is the difference in acidifying effects of grains verses the other two? Does this include all grains if so are some less acidifying than others? Where could I search on this computer to get answers? Sorry this is more questions than comments. All of your informatin is vey helpful. Thank You Leida
May 2, 2010
I would like to know about which grains are
best also. I know corn & rice are o.k. for gluten
intolleramt diets. I always use lemon or lemon juice
in my water each meal to alkalize my body.
E.J.Mcfall
April 11, 2010
Is drinking 1 tablespoon of apple cidar vinegar, with 8 oz of water daily, alkalizing?
May 2, 2010
I use lemon juice or lemon wedges each meal with water to alkalize my body. E.J.McFall
August 11, 2011
BTW: I don’t eat the peel. I pop that into the water for a lack of a better place for short-term storage.
August 11, 2011
I do too. Heartburn is a thing of the past. I thoroughly squeeze the lemon into water & if I’m in a place where it wouldn’t be socially unacceptable, I immediately eat the rest of lemon. My friends say they could never do as I do, due to heartburn issues. That gives me the segway to teach them about alkaline-forming foods & the dangers of all those drugs they take due to their acid issues. Most are shocked to hear that an acidic food helps solve acid problems & what they & their doctors think of as too much acid in their stomaches is actually a problem of too little to digest their food & that every time their stomachs attempt to make an adequate supply they go & shut it down again with the magic little purple pill or one of its cousins. This, of course, only make things worse & causes more problems/disease. They’re floored as they’ve usually already spent thousands of dollars on doctors, tests, procedures & drugs with little or no relief. Cheap, fresh lemons, yummy organic vegetables & better eating choices overall are usually favored compared to what they’ve been through & suffered & will suffer, if they continue w/ their doctor’s advice. To put it lightly, they’re eager to at least hear about the concept.
All that from the using a simple lemon wedge, not as a social statement or drink decoration, but as an honest to goodness food, the way it was intended.
April 11, 2010
Is drinkiing 1tablespoon of apple cidar vinegar in 8oz of water everyday alkalizing?
April 6, 2010
I AM TAKING A SUPPLEMENT OF IONIC CALCIUM, CALCIUM GLUCONATE AND MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE.HAS ANYONE TRIED THIS TO REGULATE PH?
March 23, 2010
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at age 55 two years ago. I was put on alendronic acid which I had to stop because of digestive problems (chronic gastritis and Barrett’s eosophagus.) I then tried Protoles which seems to be hurting my bowel. Since January I am suffering terribly with back and hip pain which my G.P. is pretty sure is spinal fractures. My T-scores are in the -2 to -3 so is quite severe. I am now trying Vivienne’s programme but cannot keep my weight up. ( I am of slight build and can’t afford to lose any weight.) Can anyone offer me any advice or hope as I am feeling quite depressed about the whole situation now.
May 2, 2010
High calorie food should help you gain weight. If you have diarrhea, you may be gluten intollerant
which removes nutrition from your body before it has
a chance to absorb & nourish your body. Have a celiac test for gluten intollerance. The only cereal grains you can eat is corn or rice. Gluten is
in wheat products,breads etc. & added to soups, sauces read labels. E.J.McFall
June 4, 2010
As far as I know, I am not gluten intolerant, but I am of slight build and cannot afford to lose weight. How do I build a high calorie diet on fruits and vegetables? Whenever I cut down on bread and other whole grains, I lose weight.
June 5, 2010
take high calorie fruits like avocados and mangos and fry popatoes in olive oil. That ought to keep your weight up