Stop Taking Osteoporosis Drugs? It’s Never Too Late

You may already know that bisphosphonates, such as Fosamax, Actonel and Boniva, and others, are a very unattractive option if you want to have strong, flexible and healthy bones.

But what if you’ve already taken these drugs at some point or want to stop taking them? You might be concerned about …

7 Tips to Prevent Falling Fractures

Anyone who knows me, knows that one of my passions, second only to natural health, is history. So this past weekend while reading about the Roman Empire I came across a very sensible quote from the Roman philosopher Seneca. He wrote:

“We are more often frightened than hurt, and …

Yet Another Good Reason to Avoid Osteoporosis Drugs

A very seldom mentioned effect of bisphosphonates (drugs such as Fosamax, Actonel, and Boniva) is that these drugs block very important metabolic pathways. Even if you never took bisphosphonates, you will benefit greatly from using this message to improve your health. Perhaps this information is not often brought to light …

How Your Bones Renew Themselves: An Inside Look

One of the most important processes necessary to have healthy bones is called bone remodeling. This vital mechanism that involves bone loss and subsequent new bone formation is the key to healthy bones and to the prevention of fractures.

I thought you might enjoy visualizing how your bones actually rebuild …

Let The Sunshine In and Have Strong and Healthy Bones

You may already know that Vitamin D stimulates the absorption of calcium and magnesium, both essential to maintaining strong and healthy bones and living happily without the fear of fractures.

But what is surprising is that scientists agree that dietary sources (like food and supplements) account for very little of …

Gardening is a Great Osteoporosis Exercise

As featured in the June issue of South Sound Woman Magazine

Spring is finally here and a light breeze fills the air with the fresh scent of renewal. Like multicolored stars from a far-away galaxy, tiny blooms are gathering their courage to welcome the new season.  Once again, it’s time to …

An Inspirational Audio Interview

Here are the highlights of our conversation:

In 2004, Melanie’s 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 …

Low Levels of Vitamin B12 Linked to Osteoporosis

I’m sure you know that the most commonly used supplements to conquer or prevent osteoporosis are calcium and Vitamin D. While both of them have well-known proven benefits, you might not be aware that vitamin B12 may play an important role in your bone health.

A study conducted by epidemiologist …

Osteoporosis Scare Tactics: Has a Doctor Ever Done This to You?

One of my most rewarding experiences is to visit different parts of the country and to lecture on osteoporosis and ostepenia to fellow “truth seekers” like you. All are eager to learn and share their experiences, and I’m eager to teach and listen.

One of issues that never fails to …

Bone Health Myth: Doctors Always Know What’s Best for You and Your Bone Health

Doctors Recommended Cigarette Smoking

In 1949 Doctors recommended smoking cigarettes. Today in 2008 they recommend taking Osteoporosis drugs…

Click the triangle play button below to watch this shocking video footage from an actual 1949 RJ Reynolds advertising campaign.

Here’s another shocking ad I found:

Here’s another print ad. Notice how the image of …