March 13, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
ALERT: New Life-Threatening Reclast Side Effects
US consumer advocacy groups are up in arms. New and devastating Reclast side effects led these groups to demand that new warnings be placed on the drug’s label. As I … Continue Reading →
March 9, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Atelvia: My Review
Atelvia (risedronate sodium), an oral bisphophonate made by Warner Chilcott, has been approved in the US on October 8, 2010. Here’s the simple trick used for creating Atelvia: clever marketing … Continue Reading →
March 6, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
5 Bone-Healthy Nutrients In This One Delicious Seed
Pumpkin seeds bring back vivid childhood memories for me. Picture this: a small patio, my two younger brothers, and lots of pumpkin seeds. The competition would heat up as they’d … Continue Reading →
March 2, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Vivian Answers Day #11; Swimming, Aging, Gout, Gastritis, Alfalfa, Bananas, And More!
Is swimming in a pool OK for bones?
I know it’s not weight bearing exercise but does keep you aerobically fit. …
February 24, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
My Gift: The Ultimate Calcium Guide
When I embarked on this journey of medical research and exploration I began investigating calcium. And now, as my gift to you, I’d like to share my findings with you in a report that I’m releasing for the first time.
February 6, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Reclast: The Miracle Oral Bisphosphonate Alternative?
Let’s face it. When news breaks of an osteoporosis drug discovery that increases bone strength and reduces fractures in the hip, spine, wrist, leg, and rib, the medical establishment listens… and prescribes.
Add to this the convenience of a once-yearly 15 minute intravenous infusion, and it seems like an osteoporosis treatment …
February 3, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
A Day In The Life #1: Shopping And Eating At The Mall
Yesterday was an unusual day for me. I spent the morning with a dear childhood friend who was visiting from abroad for a few days. She had brought a shopping … Continue Reading →
January 30, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Strontium Demystified: Everything You Wanted To Know
I’ve answered several questions about strontium as part of my Vivian Answers Day series. But I’ve noticed that more strontium related questions keep coming, so I’ve decided to compile all the information about strontium in one place to serve as a handy reference for you …
January 23, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
‘Vivian Answers Day’ #10: Goat Milk, Soup, Strontium, Fluoride, Weight Loss, pH Balance, Dancing, Calcitonin, Forteo, Actonel And More!
I’m 68 and started Actonel 3 years ago (once a week). The only side effects I had was constipation. After 2 years …
January 18, 2011 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Which Mushrooms Increase Bone Density?
Mushrooms are one of my favorite alkaline foods. I often add them raw to a salad or cook up a delicious mushroom stir-fry for me and my family. The ancient … Continue Reading →