Did you ever try to imagine what our world will be like in the year 2050? While watching the news last night, I asked myself the question and, not surprisingly, my thoughts quickly led to – what else…our bone health. Even though increasingly negative news about osteoporosis drugs keeps popping-up in the media, we really don’t know what the long-term outcome will be. In other words, will doctors still prescribe osteoporosis medicines in the future?
With that in mind, I came up with two imaginary opposing scenarios for the year 2050, as reflected in a news broadcast. One is where the “cure” of osteoporosis and osteopenia revolves around prescription drugs, similar to nowadays. The second scenario pictures a world where everyone manages their health in a natural and drug-free way.
Oh! And please don’t forget that what you're about to read is ONLY the product of my imagination. So join me on a time travel trip to the year 2050…
Here’s the first scenario
BREAKING NEWS
Good news for those diagnosed with osteoporosis. Pharmaceutical giant Profit & Gamble announced today that the FDA has finally approved their new drug Cementex to treat advanced osteoporosis. Dee Seat, a spokesperson for the company, told WBS News this morning that “we are thrilled to launch our latest drug that will help millions afflicted with osteoporosis, a crippling and potentially deadly disease. Thanks to Cementex, we can guarantee to both women and men a fracture-free future”.
Unlike current osteoporosis treatments, Cementex requires only one dose that will last a lifetime. It is injected directly into the bones under light sedation, and the whole procedure typically takes no more than a couple of hours.
Ms. Seat went on to explain that reported side-effects are negligible: “The most common side effect is stiffening of the joints, which happens when Cementex leaks out to the cartilage and joints, affecting mostly the knees, elbows and fingers. We can cure osteoporosis, but unfortunately, we can’t fight gravity…yet.”
Doctors can easily treat this side-effect and the occasional pain by prescribing Dieoxx , a new drug developed by Quirck & Co..WBS was not able to reach anyone at Quirck to get more information on this drug.
Ms. Seat also confirmed that Cementex is covered by Mediscare, and that the first one thousand patients will receive a $200 discount coupon toward the purchase of a wheelchair, compliments of Profit & Gamble.
Stay tuned because when we come back, we’ll show you the latest umbrella designs that are stylish and give you 100% protection from acid rain…
Here’s the second scenario
BREAKING NEWS
TNN just got news that pharmaceutical giant Quirck & Co. filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection. Quirck is one more casualty added to the long list of prescription drug manufacturers that have had trouble with the dwindling demand for their products.
“We regret that this is yet one more drug producer that has failed” said Roland Paulman, a spokesman for the privately owned Health and Human Services Marketing, Inc., “but consumers are staying away from the type of drugs they manufacture”. He went on to comment that “This is further proof that our aggressive Just Say No to Prescription Drugs campaign continues to show great results. Ultimately, patients make their own decisions, and the trend clearly points to an ever increasing choice of natural supplements and herbal remedies.”
We were not able to reach anyone at Quirck & Co. However, TNN’s financial sources told us that it’s been long known that Preventive Medicine was taking a big bite out of the now doomed company’s profits. In the last twenty years osteoporosis, arthritis, heart ailments, and diabetes, to name a few, have literally become a thing of the past.
Among the sector's biggest gainers is Natural Supplements, Inc. Upon hearing Quirck’s filing, investors rushed to purchase Natural’s shares causing an unprecedented rally. Our financial correspondent at the New York Stock Exchange reports that Natural Supplement’s shares have gone up by more than 5% in today’s trading session.
When we come back, we’ll interview Dee Tocks, the owner of Stay Healthy Walk-in Centers, a nationwide franchise. You won’t believe what she has to say about the reduced visit prices starting next month, and she’ll reveal who qualifies for the new Stay Healthy mail-in rebate.
Whoa! Back to reality now
Stay healthy!
Vivian
Read most of your e-mails, and for some odd reason I feel kind of alone, being that there doesn’t seem like too many people that are in my age range? Though it is great having others with the same problems and side affects that understand and can relate. I happened to experience on my first encounter with Boniva, the worst pain. On my first perscription, never again will I believe in those medications and Bluff Scare tactics that they want to put on your guilt…. I do appreciate all that I read and learn from everyone. Good Luck and God Bless everyone!!!
Dear Vivian…
Am enjoying your book “The Bone Health Revolution”, good common sense information. Also enjoy your site on my computer.
This is the truth: Last year my hips hurt so much I had to hold onto the railing going up the stairs. I read about flax seed oil being good for you. Looked it up and it said there were no side effects from it.
Tried it, and two weeks later, no pain in my hips and even though I don’t have to hold onto the stair railing, I do anyway for safety.
I cannot swallow pills, I get the liquid. I take one tablespoon every morning. I do this, plus follow all your great advice. Hope this discovery helps. I also take 2 calcium tablets and 1 baby aspirin daily.
Take a walk (short) every day, eat well & bowl twice a week. I am 78 and doing great…Thanks Vivian…
Hi Vivienne,
Thanks so much for your book which I read avidly and am trying to follow pretty much to the letter.
My doctor keeps on trying to force me to take these awful medications, and say that she wants me to have infusions as the pills have had adverse affects. I took one, and felt ill, so these were changed. I haven’t taken any since, but am continuing with self medicating which I had started before this ‘brainwashing’ that my bones are going to be so brittle, that my hips and spine are likely to break with any gentle tap!!!
I am a gardner and work long hours pulling, tugging, digging etc, etc, and feel fit and well and healthy. I have even fallen on my hips a couple of time when pulling and something suddenly gives and jump up fine and laughing, so, something must be working – could it possibly be the calcium, magnesium, vit D & K I’m taking!!! Of course not I am told. Ha ha, its me who is laughing now, and will continue to with your wonderful help, inspiration and fantastic book full of brilliant information. THANK YOU. Gloria
I am 73 and had a prognosis of massive bone loss.My doctor wanted me to take Aclasta, which is a once a year injection. It is also very pricey.I was told to save up for it because if I didnt he wouldnt be responsible for the outcome.I did some research on the net and found that the main ingredient had many side effects.Also
this ingredient was not the same spelling as the one on the net, but
close enough. There was something about it I just didnt trust, plus the doctor making an appointment for me without my permission.
I have scanned your book and find so much validation for my mistrust. I have also started seniors weight training and exercise
regularly now that I have a purpose. I drink unpasteurized milk (moderately) 6000 ml of vitamin D (for my age group)
and make my own kefir, which are said to be superior sources of
calcium. (Dr. Mercola) No wheat products since gluten is not our friend. There is so much to learn from your book and it sure motivated me to trust my own body.
I’m not sure how much we absorb calcium and magnesium in tablet form.I understand that trace minerals might be more important? Forgive me I’m still learning!
Thank you so much, I look
forward to your posts.
Linsea.
I am reading your book. It is not the first time that I heard about the low acid diet. It is not always easy to follow. I have an added problem, since I have celiac disease which is probably what caused my osteoporosis in the first place. I do exercise a lot. Thanks for reinforcing my decision not to take drugs.
Sounds like new and exciting news. I’m not yet at the point of needing the new drug for advanced ostoprorosis but it’s great to know that there IS something out there that won’t make your life even more miseable. Thanks so much for the update. I will continue my association with your website and appreciate all the helpful information I have gotten from it. Keep up the good work!!
Vivian, I have stopped taking Fosamax, and your book awaits my
reading since we have been away on vacation. Have been doing
weight machines for past few years, calcium & Vit. D supplements.
Looking forward to seeing what else in your book.
I am sorry that I took osteoporosis medication for about 10 months. I stopped taking the meds cold turkey in April 2009 and I have side-effects that thus far have not gone away. The side effects are stomach and esophagus related and also effects my breathing. Although I have had numerous tests, my lungs are healthy but my stomach and esophasgus are slightly inflamed. Hopefully, this will all go away in the future.
I like the philosophy of trying to remedy problems with one’s body in a more natural way i.e. , diet, exercise, etc. My goal is to stay away from meds if at all possible.
If anyone out there has had similar side effects and gotten over them, please tell me about it.
Vivian in early April this year I had a bone scan which showed that I hade Osteopenia and was prescribed Boniva,after I expressed my concern about side effects this was changed to Fosamax,in my research I came upon your web site ordered your book and reviewed all of your e mails and I am convinced that there is another way. I am 84 year old and have many strikes against me,but I think its worth a try,at least I haven’t seen any side effects using your method. By the way I haven’t filled my perscriptions as yet (ha),talk to you at another time. Jimmie
Well, Vivian, I hope the second scenario will be in place, but being 77, I will not be here to experience it. My bones will be at rest…
Thank you for being so human, so patient and so generous with your time. Everyday, I watch for your e-mails and I print them in case I would forget your precious advises.
Keep up the good work and as Obama says: God bless you and God bless America!
Therese
St. Lambert, Qc. Canada
Really enjoyed your humour in the scenarios – more stress relief!
Am now trying to really understand alkaline and acid foods and get the balance right. Thank you very much for your informative emails.
Vivian, I am so thankful I found your web site. I wish I had done my homework before I took the once-a-month Boniva but better late than never!
It has been a little over two months and I am mostly free of the side effects…just some aching in my thighs which comes and goes. I have taken Glucosamine and Chondroiton for several years and take Citracal with D and recently started Citracal plus Genistein which is claimed to increase bone density…also take 200 mg. of magnesium and a super B-complex. My neck and lower back have been bad for many years but Chiropractic has helped and my overall health is good for 78!
Is there any way to get through to Sally Field and ask her to stop recommending Boniva? I see this ad several times a day.
Thanks again for all the info!
Carol Cook
Quite a lively imagination you have, Vivian! Fun reading those scenarios. I have been on hormones since 1968 when both ovaries had been removed, a few years apart, because of cysts. Got off them for about 1 1/2 years during the HRT scare, but resumed the pills because I couldn’t sleep at night. My GYN & a Menopause Specialist both want me off Cenestin & on to Boniva. But I refuse, telling them I had rather use natural aids, but they won’t listen – all they know are RXs. I did take another bone density scan, which showed my diet, exercise, increased calcium & vitamin D had improved my osteopina in 2 years time, which they refused to acknowledge! I read every email you send, which I appreciate very much. Please keep up the good work; bless you for sharing your information!
Sincerely,
Hi, I like the humorous, and appropriate, names such as Profit & Gamble, Cementex, and Mediscare 🙂
The second scenario would be better, although I am also sceptical of many of the claims made by purveyors of herbal remedies and vitamin supplements. There is profiteering at work here too. I believe there was a recent study which showed that large amounts of calcium in the form of supplements, as recommended for post menopausal women, can contribute to heart problems. Seems the best way to improve bone health is through diet and exercise. I would say bone density tests are a waste of time, since they are not only inaccurate, but also do not measure bone strength.
As for “Just Say No to Prescription Drugs,” I’ve been pretty much doing this for the past few years after belatedly discovering how bisphosphonates work and their potential to cause considerable damage. I read “The Myth Of Osteoporosis” by Gillian Sanson which enlightened me about the subject. She seems to say pretty much what you are saying.
I loved your scenarios, got a good belly laugh which felt good allover. I’m with Francine and will stick with the grapefruit, or maybe season with a little bit of Portland cement!!! Keep the e-mails coming, I really look forward to your information . Am enjoying reading your book and trying to improve my own bone health.
Very interesting scenario!let’s stay with grapefruits!
I truly enjoy reading your news letters, it has helped me quite a bit, the use of natural products, rather than Fosomax, Actonal & HRT etc. they are bad news, too many side effects, I would prefer to take the natural products, my health, immune system in general has improved with the correct diet & exercise, thanks to your information. Your research has been like a bible to me. cant thank u enuff.
I have been reading the book “The Miracle of Magnesium” by Carolyn Dean MD. Anyone who has osteoporosis should read this book, also share with one’s doctor. I have read similar material and am really sold on the importance of magnesium, especially transdermal magnesium choride oil. Research this on the internet and you will find much information about it.
Vivian, I enjoy reading all the articles published. I have been trying to order your book. Could not get my card to go through the computer and called but the recording said leave a name and number and I was not going to be home….so no luck. I have osteopenia. I fractured my back the end of Dec. 08 by picking up something too heavy. I am in a great deal of pain, but am trying to walk, do some exercises and am now going to physical therapy. I also went one time to a reflexologist. I believe she really helped me, but nothing seems to last. I eat healthy. Do you believe in the procedure Vertibroplasty? I went to a specialist in Winston Salem NC and he recommends it. The possible complications don’t look too encouraging. I have to take medication (Tramodol) every day if I plan to do any work outside or in the house. What are your thoughts on the procedure? Am going to try to order the book again this week. Thank you for your help.
Dear Vivian, I really appreciate all your eforts to keep us upto date with osteoporosis information. It is a mammoth task no doubt. I look forward to all your emails and the information you impart.
I am however a little confused when I go to the website and I find Q&A’s, blogs etc under different tabs. Reading your responses to others questions really helps answer a lot queries for many but I do find it hard to follow at times.
I am trying very hard to follow your acid/alkaline food suggestions but have fallen off the wagon the last couple of weeks with visitors. I will be back on again soon.
Keep up the good work and Thank you
Gai
I really enjoyed the article on Honey and Cinnamon. I will read it more thoroughly later on.
PLEASE, please make it clear to some of your readers that Cementex is Not a drug, and repeat that it was just a product of your imagination.
Kudos to you for all you do!
Vivian, thank you for all the info. I found many uses for honey and Cinnamon. The doctor put me on Fosomax for osteoporosis. I took 6 doses and I had many side effects from it. The first week I was on it caused somethin like a ball to come up in my throat, then my breathing was affected, I had major problems with heartburn and stomach problems. I got off, been off 2 weeks and am feeling much better already. I read it would take 4 months to get out of system. I think it may not be that long for me as I only took 6 doses. I am taking tums with calcium, magnesium, 2000 i.u. vitamin D, omega-3 and will take my chances with the osteo. I eat healthy and let your info be a guide for me. Thanks again for all the information. Really a help.
I enjoyed your scenarios. You have a good sense of humor. I have picked up a lot of info from all the emails that have been sent to you. Hopefully I will be able to order your book soon. It’s a money problem.
I was on fosomax for 4 1/2 years and lost 4 inches of height. I am now 5′.
After that I was put on forteo for 2 years. I went from osteopenia to osteoporosis then back to osteopenia. Another prescription was ordered but I did not fill it. I am on Osteodenx from Nikken for a year now. The next bone density test is not until spring of 2010. Hope it will show no problems.
I did have a problem with a pinched nerve in my back and the nerves in my left leg. With 2 shots in my back and physical therapy all is back to normal. I am trying to walk more now that my left leg works again. I am 76 and feeling okay with blood pressure meds.
Thanks for printing everyones emails. Sure is a help to me……Carol
I just want to thank everyone for the information provided. I am not taking anything in pill form, nor do I want to after the wealth of information shared by everyone and Vivian’s wonderful counsel.
I am taking the Calcium Citrate with Vitamin D, am walking almost daily, and getting some sun as I walk. I also do small weight bearing exercises a few times a week.
I have also altered my diet, and I feel better over all.
Thanks SO much to everyone.
Ellen
Hi Vivian; I believe my husband Andre, has osteoporosis, but I’m not so sure, and you will see why when you read this message. Could it be possible he has osteoarthritis?
In 1976, Andre fell fifteen feet to the ground, landed flat on his back and broke just about every bone in his back. He wore a brace for a year before the surgery and had to learn how to walk all over again. A few years later he was supposedly diagnosed with Osteoporosis. I am not a doctor, but I would think that he had osteoporosis only in his spine due to such a severe injury at that time. I don’t think he has it throughout his body, because he has very strong arms and legs. He definitely did shrink though, from 5′ 8″ to approximately 5’4 1/2″ over the years.
On March 30th, Andre tripped on a small stump, which was on a small embankment near our hedge. He broke his left hip and hurt his knee. He was trying to get a branch off the gravel road below. I was working on my computer at the time, as I knew he had gone outside to clean up the lot. After approximately one half hour I realized he hadn’t come back in, so I proceeded downstairs to look out the diningroom window where he said he was picking up pine cones and some branches, but he was nowhere to be found. I also looked out the front door window, but no Andre. I then decided to run upstairs and look out our bedroom window, as you could see everything up there. I saw him lying on the gravel road just below the embankment. I rushed downstairs and out to him. He told me he had been lying there for about half an hour. He also told me he could not move his left leg, and asked me to call an ambulance, which I did, and I followed them to the Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan, B. C. The next afternoon at approximately 1:00 p.m. he had his surgery. They gave him a spinal which numbed him from the waist down. He was totally awake and could hear everything that was going on. They repaired the left hip by putting in a long screw, plate and stitches, which were staples. They gave him oxygen, and apparently his heart beat was irratic, so they gave him cardio pills to regulate his heart beat. After that, they put him on a blood thinner named Coumadin. It prevents blood clots, strokes and heart attacks. Not total prevention, but much less chance of these happening with Coumadin. He was immediately taken off the ASA baby aspirin, which he had been taking for quite a few years, but the doctor said it was not strong enough. They gave him a lot of oxygen after the surgery, as his oxygen levels were quite low the first few days. He also had pneumonia.
I spoke to the surgeon who performed the operation, and he told me that Andre had lost very little blood, and that he had strong hip bones and very strong legs. I was quite surprised, as I thought when Andre fell, it was because of the osteoporosis, and that it would take nothing for him to break a bone. I’m not so sure, as I mentioned earlier, he tripped on a small stump on the embankment and fell hard on the gravel road below.
I spoke to our family physician a few weeks before Andre fell and told him about a natural remedy for Osteoporosis entitled “Osteorganical”, and that I would like him to try it instead of Didrocal, which he had been taking for quite a few years. Our doctor agreed, so I told the nurses at the hospital to make sure he would get the natural Osteorganical, which had been approved by our doctor, and I even went to the Pharmacist with all his other meds to see if Osteorganical would interact with them. She assured me, no. Therefore, Andre has been taking Osteorganical for over a month now.
One thing I don’t understand is that a year ago he had a bone density test, which indicated that he had an increase in bone density in one area of his hip. A year later, we got the results of another bone density test which indicated that his bone density had decreased to something like 3.9, which is borderline. That’s when I decided to look into natural remedies.
Before Andre fell, I bought some two pound weights, which can be used for either the ankles or wrists, at your suggestion. He told me when he went walking, it allowed him to walk a little faster, and that after a few days, the arthritis pain in his hands was just about gone.
Andre was transferred to a rehabilitation centre where he remained for about a week and a half. He was then rushed to emergency, as his oxygen levels were very low, approximately 60? They did not know what was wrong, so they did a gambit of tests and discovered he had double pneumonia, and VRE infection from either the hospital, or healthcare centre. He was in emergency for about three days, and then sent upstairs to an isolation room. He remained there for another three or four days, and is now in an isolation four bed ward. The doctor says there is a definite improvement in his health.
This was quite a setback for him, as now he has to have physio all over again, and needs to build up his strength by eating, and walking. So far, he is unsteady on his feet, as well as shaky sometimes. He’s been through a lot, so I guess it will be some time before he is able to come back home.
Vivian, I know this is a very long-winded e-mail, but I just wanted you to know what Andre has gone through, and I’m hoping the Osteorganical natural remedy will eventually reverse the osteoporosis. Andre is 79 years old. His birthday was April 26th. Do you think it is possible for this reversal to happen one day?
Looking forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Margaret Dube
Thanks, Vivian, for your book and all your information. I would not take Fosamax and told the Nurse about all the harm it can cause. The Dr. then suggested the nose spray, which you shouldn’t take,if you have any nose bleeds. The suggestion then was the expensive injection yearly, that isn’t covered by insurance,and is deadly to your bones. Was instructied to take D-3,and my reaction was heat. My intire body,especially my feet, was flaming. Worse than any hot flash that I had ever had. Incidentally, I have a reaction to hormones,MSG., and many medications. I am following your reccommendations on exercise,diet, and calcium supplements. My follow-up density test is in 2 years,isn’t covered by insurance any sooner. Thanks again,I am passing along all the critical information, we must edcuate everyone on the affects of Fosamax,etc. Lynda P.S. Did some of your readers really believe cementex is a future medicine? Your story was great!!
What type of Vit. D were you taking and how much.
Vivian
Someone emailed me and sent me the following article.
What do you think of it?
Honey & Cinnamon
Cinnamon & Honey ~ Bet the drug companies won’t like this one getting around.
Pray that this info will be of some use to you.
Facts on Honey and Cinnamon: It is found that a mixture of honey and cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also accept honey as a “Ram Ban” (very effective) medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without
any side effects for any kind of diseases.
Today’s science says that even though honey is sweet, if taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm diabetic patients. Weekly World
News, a magazine in Canada, in its issue dated 17 January, 1995 has given the following list of diseases that can be cured by honey and cinnamon as researched by western scientists:
HEART DISEASES :
Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on bread, instead of jelly and jam, and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol in the arteries and saves the patient from heart attack. Also those who have already had an attack, if they do this process daily, they are kept mile away from the next attack. Regular use of the above process relieves loss of breath and strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as
you age, the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and veins.
ARTHRITIS:
Arthritis patients may take daily, morning, and night, one cup of hot water with two spoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. If taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors
treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week, out of the 200 people so treated, practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain, and within a month, mostly all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis started walking without pain.
BLADDER INFECTIONS:
Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder.
CHOLESTEROL:
Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water, given to a cholesterol patient, was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, if taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol is cured. According to information received in the said journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.
COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and clear the sinuses.
UPSET STOMACH:
Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also clears stomach ulcers from the root.
GAS:
According to the studies done in India and Japan, it is revealed that if honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.
IMMUNE SYSTEM:
Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacteria and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and viral
diseases.
INDIGESTION:
Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.
INFLUENZA:
A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural ‘ Ingredient’
which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.
LONGEVITY:
Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Take four spoons of honey, one spoon of cinnamon powder and three cups of water and boil to make like tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans also increases and even a 100 year old, starts performing the chores of a 20-year-old.
PIMPLES:
Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. If done daily for two weeks, it removes pimples from the root.
SKIN INFECTIONS:
Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections.
WEIGHT LOSS:
Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast on an empty stomach and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. If taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.
CANCER:
Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder for one month three time s a day.
FATIGUE:
Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens, who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts, are more alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M.
when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, increases the vitality of
the body within a week.
BAD BREATH:
People of South America, first thing in the morning, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water, so their breath
stays fresh throughout t he day.
HEARING LOSS:
Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts
restore hearing. Remember when we were kids? We had toast with real butter and cinnamon sprinkled on it!
You might want to share this information with a friend, kinfolks and love d ones ~ everyone
needs healthy help information ~ what they do with it is up to them ~ share with your
email buddies !!!!! Cheers, have a nice day.Just remember how industrious Bees are. NB: this is the latest BUZZ.— Reuters!!
——-Subject: Fw: Honey & cinnamon – very important info
Honey & Cinnamon
Cinnamon & Honey ~ Bet the drug companies won’t like this one getting around.
Pray that this info will be of some use to you.
Facts on Honey and Cinnamon: It is found that a mixture of honey and
cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries
of the world. Scientists of today also accept honey as a “Ram Ban” (very
effective) medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without
any side effects for any kind of diseases.
Today’s science says that even though honey is sweet, if taken in the right
dosage as a medicine, it does not harm diabetic patients. Weekly World
News, a magazine in Canada, in its issue dated 17 January, 1995 has given
the following list of diseases that can be cured by honey and cinnamon as
researched by western scientists:
HEART DISEASES :
Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on bread, instead of
jelly and jam, and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol
in the arteries and saves the patient from heart attack. Also those who have
already had an attack, if they do this process daily, they are kept miles
away from the next attack. Regular use of the above process relieves loss
of breath and strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada, various
nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as
you age, the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey
and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and veins.
ARTHRITIS:
Arthritis patients may take daily, morning, and night, one cup of hot water
with two spoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. If
taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research
conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors
treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half
teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week,
out of the 200 people so treated, practically 73 patients were totally
relieved of pain, and within a month, mostly all the patients who could not
walk or move around because of arthritis started walking without pain.
BLADDER INFECTIONS:
Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a
glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder.
CHOLESTEROL:
Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in
16 ounces of tea water, given to a cholesterol patient, was found to reduce
the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As
mentioned for arthritic patients, if taken three times a day, any chronic
cholesterol is cured. According to information received in the said
journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.
COLDS:
Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon
lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This
process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and clear the sinuses.
UPSET STOMACH:
Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also clears
stomach ulcers from the root.
GAS:
According to the studies done in India and Japan, it is revealed that if
honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.
IMMUNE SYSTEM:
Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and
protects the body from bacteria and viral attacks. Scientists have found
that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of
honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and viral
diseases.
INDIGESTION:
Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food
relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.
INFLUENZA:
A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural ‘ Ingredient’
which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.
LONGEVITY:
Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the
ravages of old age. Take four spoons of honey, one spoon of cinnamon powder
and three cups of water and boil to make like tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to
four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age.
Life spans also increases and even a 100 year old, starts performing the
chores of a 20-year-old.
PIMPLES:
Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste.
Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with
warm water. If done daily for two weeks, it removes pimples from the root.
SKIN INFECTIONS:
Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts
cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections.
WEIGHT LOSS:
Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast on an empty stomach
and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one
cup of water. If taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most
obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat
to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.
CANCER:
Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of
the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from
these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one
teaspoon of cinnamon powder for one month three time s a day.
FATIGUE:
Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful
rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens,
who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts, are more
alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half
tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon
powder, taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M.
when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, increases the vitality of
the body within a week.
BAD BREATH:
People of South America, first thing in the morning, gargle with one
teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water, so their breath
stays fresh throughout t he day.
HEARING LOSS:
Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts
restore hearing. Remember when we were kids? We had toast with real butter and cinnamon sprinkled on it!
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Hi Vivian,
Even though I have never met you , I feel like I know you! Thanks so much for all the info . I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis and I was given the prescription but never filled it. I truly believe in taking care of the issues of our bodies the natural way. When I think back over the history of my life -everything that has ever been wrong with me I can trace it back to too much acid . I am saving for your book . I know it will be well worth the cost. The info on honey and cinnamon is great.
I do have one question- everytime I take any form of calcium (even from the health food store) my bones, especially my wrists begin to hurt (they feel like they are broken) If I stop taking the calcium it stops hurting.
thanks so much , I appreciate all you do.
Sue Sienkiewicz
Vivian
I have emailed you a couple of times but I do not know whether you have received them. So I am still trying to make contact with you.
Thanks for these helpful tips.
I have a question: Sometimes you hear about people who have Osteoporosis shrinking in size or becoming rather stooped. Is this true? Is this just a fairy tale? Maybe becoming stooped isn’t caused from Osteoporosis. It may be just deterioration of the vertebra or another disease.
I try to walk and sit with my head up and shoulders back.
What is you response, Vivian. I will be waiting to hear.
Vivian I would like you to write about grape fruit as a fruit that helps to strengthen bones or to help bone growth.
Hope to hear from you soon
Maureen
Dear Vivian,
Thank you so much for all your informative emails. There is lots of useful information. I preferred your second scenario.
Unfortunately, I too accepted the doctor’s advice and reluctantly had an infusion of Aclasta last summer, since Fosamax and Bonviva had caused such problems with reflux. I bitterly regret it as I have suffered since then with constant problems with my teeth and gums and am really fearful for the health of my jaw. I have also suffered a broken ankle since having the infusion!
It was good to find your website which confirmed my doubts about the drugs.I am determined never to take bisphosphonates again and am trying to follow your dietary and exercise advice.
Thanks again.Keep up the good work.
Rosemary Devon England
VIVIAN,
LOVE YOUR EMAILS,I HAVE GAIN MUCH INFO.FROM THEM.I AM ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE WHO REFUSES MEDS FOR MY BONES.SO MY DR.ORDERED1-PILL- 50,000 MG,OF VIT D PER MONTH,TO ME IT SOUND LIKE A LOT TO TAKE AT ONE TIME.SO I STARTED TAKING 1400 MG ADAY,TO COMPENSATE.WITH MY CALCIUM,VIT 150 B+ ,MAG,POS.
I HAVE A TORN M.IN MY KNEE THEY WANT TO DO SURGERY,BUT I AM HOLDING OFF,THE PAIN IS GREAT ,I REFUSE PAIN PILLS,
I AM ON B/P PILLS/TYROID,I WISH I COULD GET OFF THEM ALSO.I AM 72 IN MAY AND TRYING TO STAY IN REASONABLLY GOOD HEALTH ,SO I CAN HELP OTHERS.
KEEP YOUR GOOD WORK UP.
GOD BLESS YOU
MERLYN S
I enjoyed your article, sorry I am unable to comment on it at this time, due to a time factor. I will be looking forward to you next bulletin/article.
Thank you and keep up the good work.
Hello Vivian :o)
I read with great interest your two scenarios, if only dreams would come true then we could ALL live in a carefree, pain free world without the use of any type of drugs what-so-ever and have a natural healthier living….if only.
I can see a MASSIVE MULTI MILLION DOLLAR LAWSUIT, suing the company who made these drugs on TNN news, looming.
I have NEVER been put under pressure from either my Rheumatology Consultant or regular G.P to take the Bisphosphonate drugs to strengthen my bones. The fact is that after the Dexa Scan, I was diagnosed with a “T” score of −2.5, as are millions of other men and women, and told, as I am on the “THRESHOLD” of Osteoporosis we would recommend that you take this drug to help your well being and provide you make stronger bones.
No one ever told me that I was actually destroying them and that they would die. A male patient went in to see my dental Consultant last week just before I did, and the doctor had to break the news to him that half his jaw bone is dead, all because he took Bisphosphonates. I do not want that happening to me which is why I have stopped this drug. I don’t know how much damaged that I have done in the 3 years that I taken them and pray that damage is minimal.
I like reading all that you send out to me in your e mails and I greatly appreciate all of the work that you do to help all of us who suffer in this way, thank you so much, long may you continue to do so.
best wishes
Marysia
Hi Vivian,
Thank you so much for all your email. I too, print it out so I have it handy for consult. I do have your book which I keep for reference. Working to keep my Ph balance in keel & do walking. I do not excerise because of aggravating my L knee &L shoulder repair gardening. I also have a sliding rib & just had a shot in it as that pain is no. 6 on a scale. Nothing seems to help it. Any suggestions I would appreciate. I stick with the diet as much as possible & guess what I lost 5 pounds. Imagine. That is good.
L loved the two scenarios and at 77 hope I am not around in twennty years. Thank you again for all your expertise on this subject. Joan Miller
Vivian—those having the dexascans should verify that the machines are current in their callibration and certified by governing medical examiners. It is also very important to have the same machine used on any follow-ups to insure diagnostic continuity. There are slight to marked variations between machine brands.
Vivian,
I am impressed by your work. Your book confirms what my naturopath advocates and I am proceeding to adopt the foods which contribute to bone building.
At 63 and with 6 fractured vertebrae plus a verteboplasty operation on one vertebra, I was in a stste of shock. I too readily accepted the doctor’s advice and had an infusion of Aclasta (detergent based!)subsequent visits to the specialist confirm their dedication to drugs and they all seem to have a total disregard for alternative therapies. I think it’s because they see it as a disease and not an imbalance which is capable of being healed by the body itself, providing the correct regime is followed.
I a glad to have your reassurance to supplement what I have come to believe.
Thank you
Ted
Melbourne Australia
Thanks Vivian for these two wonderful examples of choices we have for the future. It’s great to see alternative information in such an entertaining way. Do you know of Nancy Appleton’s work? Similar information.
Thanks again.
Why do I get the impression, from some of the early posts above, that some people actually BELIEVE that the first scenario is TRUE? Did they not get the joke in the name “Dee Seat”, or “Profit & Gamble”? That’s hysterical, and VERY WELL DONE. But to not see “Ms. Seat also confirmed that Cementex is covered by Mediscare” as a huge joke? They must have been looking for a better drug, and Cementex really sounded GOOD!
Apparently people see what they want to see, and completely overlooked your statement that “One is where the ‘cure’ of osteoporosis and osteopenia revolves around prescription drugs, similar to nowadays”. Perhaps it would have helped to say “The first one” instead, although I doubt it. I guess I got it clearly because my Grandmother was a London Cockney, which is why many people don’t get MY sense of humor. The entries of those who “believed” were almost as funny (if they weren’t tragic) as was your Breaking News! I really enjoyed your News! Keep it up! But next time, you may have to somewhere include that it’s all a joke. Too bad.
Jafra
Vivian, Thanks so much for all of your e-mails. I have not completely read al of your book as yet, but have gone through each chapter. I also have changed my Calcium tablets to Citracal + with D and Bone Builder. I like it so much better. Much easier on my stomach. I have been taking a Osteo-Fit class three times a week since Nov.
It includes 25 minutes of Cardio (treadmill) and 25 minutes of weight baring machines twice a week and the other day is 50 minutes of floor exercises with mostly weights and stability ball. I love the class and will continue. I have also stopped taking Fosamax and will have my Bone Density taken again the first of April. My T score for my spine is -3.1 and the hip is normal. I am 71 years young. Please keep up the good work.
Dear Vivian,
Your website was the first intimation I had that Osteoporosis could be reversed. I have since read other books that say the same thing – Hallejulah. I most definitely did not want to take the Actonel Combi my doctor prescribed for me (I still have the prescription unfilled). When I asked her about the side effects she said “I would not live long enough to be troubled by them” !!!!! I don’t believe her.
So I have started on the vitamins, diet and exercise and have peace of mind again now that I have decided not, ever, to take any of those drugs.
It is wonderful to read all the letters from everyone – what a wonderful way to be able to help each other with various hints and suggestions.
Last December (08) all my muscles, from neck to ankle seized up overnight. I could barely move. At the moment I am taking 1/4 of 25mg prednisolone daily – to keep me mobile. I am not sure if I have fibromyalgia or polymyalgia rheumatica (am to see specialist in about a week). Does anyone have any ideas on how to unspasm my muscles ?
So thank you for all your good research Vivian. Your work has obviously given hope to alot of women. I look forward to your next newsletter. Val 2
Just a quick note to say that strontium supplementation is being used by a lot of docs now. they are prescribing doses of 250, 500, 600 mg. The latest i heard is that SIX milligrams of strontium are safe.
I have taken Calcium, Vitamin D, Glucosamine/Chondroiton, Senior Vitamins, etc. for years, and have been taking the generic for Foxamax for several months. You’d think my bones would be healthy. Last January (2208) I had a fracture in my right ankle area…..finally that healed. This January I was having (and am still having) pain in my groin area. After going to my gyn Dr. and my Internist, I ended up going to an orthopedic dr. Guess what? I have a non displaced bone fractue in the pelvic area. I wonder what’s next!I also (according to a bone density test and X rays) have osteopenia.
Hi Vivian!
I have a problem with my PTH and my endocrinologist want me to take Fosamax. Of course, he told me that I have osteoporosis but, do I have to suppose that every one who suffer that problem have a PTH too high or is it a particuliar problem for me only?
I went to see a naturopath who puts me on a treatment. Since the time I started in september 2007 my PTH get lower around 9.7 (it was at 12.4 at the beginning) I want to continue with that treatment and follow your recommandation in your book because I don’t want to go to see him again (endocrinologist)…
I thint I made a good decision
Jeanne M. from Mtl. QC. Canada
Have received your book – sat down and read it in one go. I will now read it more slowly and digest the contents. Saw my Doctor and informed him I no longer required perscription drugs due to side effects. He immediately told me to drink lots of milk and I told him your comments. He blushed! I mentioned about hard bones compared to thinner and more flexible and agreed that point. He said I could not have another scan, but my hospital said 18 months ago when this was diagnosed that I could have one in three year – 18 months time. I am taking Calcium 1200 mg as calcium phosphate, Vitamin D3 800 I.U. as powder for oral suspension. The Doctor gives me this on the NHS. I purchase Mangesium after reading your book 300 mg and take it with the others. I also now only take half the dose at a time i.e. lunchtime and evening meal. To be honest I did now have any tummy upsets on the full dose. Also I did not get any side effects from using Protelos but did not like what I read. I will have to wait 18 months to see the results. I have bought wrist weights 1 kilo gram. and doing housework and cleaning windows takes on a whole new meaning. I actually enjoy doing these as I know I am benefiting. I do aerobics once a week – 50 mins and 30 mins in jym. I dance once or twice most weeks and walk whenever possible but I have to watch my knees as I have wear and tear due to walking 10 miles twice a week on the moor, but it was worth it. I saw parts of Devon I would never have seen otherwise. I am 70 years of age so I expect some places to get worn. I still feel in my 50’s in my mind, but get beaten every Monday by a group of ladies in their late 80’s and 90’s at scrabble. I am putting a notice on the board at jym regarding your web site for any ladies with similar complaints. Thank you for your advice and e-mails also the ladies who contribute. It is nice to know others are trying to combat this complaint with commonsense and perseverance. Good Luck and Good Health to everyone. Keep smiling and be positive.
Patricia Bates – Devon, England.
Vivian, I like your second scenario, however would like to suggest an even better one; that we eventually come home to our true balance with our beautiful planet. Our compromised health is a symptom of our broken covenant with the laws of nature. Until we begin to place value on our integrity with these laws, some of which are cooperation and compassion, we will continue to have these symptoms showing up in our bones; the foundation for our bodies that house our spirits while we are attending this ‘school’. Vitamins, whole foods and therapeutic modalities are good adjuncts for the transition, but can be another version of the concept the drug companies embody – to put a bandage on the symptoms but circumvent the real issue. I encourage everyone who takes this high road for healing to discover the message our bodies are really saying to us and to search for where we have lost our connection to our hearts, communities, country and the planet. It starts with the breath, and finally to walk our talk of truth, love and compassion. I honor the truth that Ruth offered about finding the middle path to create a bridge of communication between opposing forces, to unite with a common goal to begin cooperating and building a strong foundation in our healthcare community that embraces truth rather than economy. Perhaps the extreme out of balance nature of our current world health has been the necessary impetus to be the agent of change for balance and finally, blessings to all the people who have had to experience the hard lessons of dis ease to bring us to this point in time.
– Lesley
Hi there, thanks for the update, Viv. I don’t expect to put my body thru any more punishment as what i experienced with Reclast, thinking I was going to die for 15 hours, then the symptoms lasting from Dec. 12 to a couple of weeks ago. I’ve written to Medicare, AARP, the doctors and said I’m NOT going to pay the $350.00 charges! I wrote Reclast, and got some person from India whom I could not understand clearly saying:’they are not responsible, call my doctor!” I retorted with: “Yes, you ARE, you are killing people with your poison, the lab test animals died, and you ARE responsible!” I also told him I am going to take this further, sending the info to congress.
Now you’re probably not going to bother with me again, but i am a fighter and will do as I have stated. The FDA sucks! – Roz
Vivian, please tell Talei to try hyaluronic acid for her knees. I was told that I had osteoarthritis in my knees and if the pain got too bad I should have cortisone or hyaluronic acid compound shots. I bought hyaluronic acid from my favorite supplement site and the pain was gone within 10 days. The swelling also disappeared. I told my brother who had a similar problem, and it worked for him, too. Please try this before surgery and see if it works. I walk every day for 2 miles, pain free. I am 67 and working on the alkalinity of my diet. Will be awhile before another bone density test to see the results. No broken bones!
Linda
Hi Vivian – I have just finished reading your two scenarios, and I trust that the second one is what really happens. In fact, I believe it is beginning now if enough people start questioning the meds they are prescribed. I feel extremely fortunate to have found your web site after ingesting 1 of the monthly Actonel, which left me feeling horrible all over. I certainly am thankful for your research, and I even took my book with me to my last doctor visit. Thank goodness my family practice doctor is totally supportive and trying to help me with the natural approach. The gyn was the one that prescribed the Actonel and tried to scare me that I should be careful not to fall. I have been taking the MCHC calcium and reading one of the comments perhaps that isn’t the best. I use to take the calcium citrate as I had been told that absorbs better. I had already made so many adjustments in my diet after open heart surgery two years ago, that it just took a little refining to follow your suggestions. The biggest thing was giving up milk. I have been using soy now and have less stomach aches. My doctor does think I may not be digesting my food properly and gave me a natural supplement Zypan. She didn’t think I had enough acid, so now I am a bit concerned since we are to have an alkaline balance. Thanks for your e-mails. I am always eager to read them.
Hi Vivian:
Receive all your e-mails and love the information you share. I am following your advice…..no meds….primarily veggies, fruit, soy milk, calcium citrate w/magnesium and vitamin D supplements. I have been exercising, however, due to unexpected emergency hernia surgery, I have been curtailed a bit.
All you send is sincerely appreciated. Stay well.
Marilyn
Good Afternoon —
That’s an interesting senario. At 72, I’m not libel to see the outcome, however – I’ll fill you in on whats happening right now with me.
Since I recieved your book two months ago, I started following the directions as best I can. It required a whole new life style change which includes eating the right foods regularly. and exercise every day. I’m following the exercise pattern from the book “Pain Free” by Peter Ecoscue and it’s not hard to do but very effective.
Frankly, Vivian, I feel great now and I’m looking forward to gardening and camping (if it ever quits snowing)
Oddly enough, my Dr. is going along with me on this and says we’ll do another density scan in 9 months to a year to see what the change is. He considers me some kind of an experiment because I’m such a disappointment as a patient.
Please keep up the good work – I think you may have saved my scrawny backside.
Gerry Hilton
Calgary, Alberta
Dear Vivian,
It would be helpful to hear your response to some of these comments. I have 3 freind who, like me, get very constipated from calcium, all brands including calcium citrate and the powder. I eat yogurt and try to follow your diet and eat tons of greens. Do you have any other suggestions on how to get the calcium in?
My spine bone density is improved and the hip is still osteoporosis but I am stepping up the exercise to 5 days @ 30 min on the treadmill. Thank you Donna R
Hi Vivian
Thank you so much for sending me all the information about bone health. I was on Actonel for 10 months and regret taking my doctor’s advice on trying it. My ankles swelled, terrible heartburn, chest pain, stomach pain, etc. I told my doctor I quit taking prescription drugs for osteoporosis. Now I am on prescription medication for heartburn. Also, I am going for exrays on my esophagus because of the heartburn.
I plan to order your book on bone health soon. Meanwhile, continue sending all your information.
Keep up the great info! The drugs are so ridiculous, if all those drug manufacturers were as smart as they think they are they would figure out the truth!