That’s right. You must lose bone if you want to have healthy bones.
Right there in that one sentence I’ve summed up what’s so dangerous about taking osteoporosis drugs. Because the folks who sell those poisons don’t understand this notion… or they do yet choose to ignore it.
I’ll let you make that judgement for yourself.
Now you might think I’ve gone off the deep end by saying something as crazy sounding as, “You have to lose bone…” but I’m not crazy.
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 themselves. And what better way than with the help of Oscar the Osteoclast – (as you can tell, I'm in a lighthearted mood). So let's take a trip to the Bone Riviera to explore Oscar's world together…
Oscar the Osteoclast
Greetings from the Bone Riviera:
Hi, my name is Oscar the Osteoclast, and I live in Vivian's hipbone, also known as the Bone Riviera – at least for the past few years. You see, I and my large family are osteoclasts, those perky little bone cells that, when all is well, help make just enough space for new bone to replace old bone.
We are constantly in touch with our central computer system, also known as B.R.A.I.N. In case you didn't know, B.R.A.I.N is an acronym we use that represents “Bio-Responsive Activated Instant Network.” It seamlessly coordinates our work schedule, and more importantly, it makes sure that our work is in constant harmony with all of our neighbors that live inside Vivian's body. Not a small feat!
So here's my story
Until very recently, I and the rest of my osteoclast family were living in a labor camp. We used to work many uninterrupted hours, digging holes in the hipbone, with no end in sight. We could not figure out why we had to dig so much, especially since a lot of the holes we dug remained empty. And to make matters worse, our neighbors and expert bone builders called osteoblasts, had packed up and left the hipbone.
I'll soon explain how the mystery of their disappearance was solved, but first I'd like to tell you what completely turned our life around. A few years ago, in 2004 to be exact, Vivian had her first bone density test. ‘Finally', I thought to myself!
Vivian's bone mineral density test showed that she had substantial bone loss in the hip and the doctor prescribed Fosamax.
Now that really brought us into panic!
We had heard rumors that Fosamax and other medicines called Boniva and Actonel, had destroyed entire villages of osteoclasts , and that it could take as much as ten years till a new population could settle in the same area.
Luckily, Vivian's B.R.A.I.N. was quick to act, and she decided to start researching how to improve her bone density without taking the drugs that would kill us. For quite a while we continued to work hard, but eventually we started to notice that our work days kept getting shorter. In fact, later on we were informed by B.R.A.I.N. that thanks to Vivian's Osteoporosis Reversal Program, we would be part-time workers instead of full-time workers.
And one day, our old neighbors the osteoblasts showed up. Now THEY were the full-time employees, constantly building new bone. B.R.A.I.N. had finally decided to give us a break, and from then on, our long-gone neighbors would work round the clock to build Vivian's hipbone.
As it turns out, the majority of osteoblasts had been missing because they had been attacked by the forces of the Evil Empire and taken hostage to a secret place. But with the help of the wonderful Osteoporosis Reversal Program, and the vitamins and minerals Vivian started taking after 2004, they managed to escape and came back home to do their job.
Boy are we relieved…
I really hope that Vivian will continue whatever she's doing, because we would like to keep this lifestyle forever. I have plenty of free time, so if you want to tell me your bone cell story, send me an email to os***@*************ne.com… Just kidding…
Laziest regards,
– Oscar the Osteoclast
I hope you enjoyed that light-hearted inside look at bone remodeling.
As you just learned, your body is designed to heal itself. And part of that process involves generating new bone tissue.
During this process, bone cells called osteoclasts move through bone tissue. They remove old bone and leave small spaces for NEW bone to grow.
Once that’s done, other cells move in and start to fill the holes with new bone.
Over The Course of a Year, About 5%-10% of Your Bone is Replaced
Your body is an amazing thing, as long as you don’t mess with it.
Osteoporosis drugs stop the cells that remove your old bone tissue. They work to retain the bone tissue that’s there. The problem is, it’s old, dried up and damaged!
How healthy does that sound to you?
So by loading up on prescription osteoporosis drugs, you’re actually harming your body’s ability to grow new bone!
Just like a lot of things in mainstream medicine, the more they try to “help” with their drugs, the worse the situation becomes over the long term.
If this is something you didn’t know about bone health, then your eyes are going to be opened when you go through the full Osteoporosis Reversal Program.
The fact is, the general population has been sold a bunch of lies about how best to deal with osteoporosis and bone health.
I found the truth… because I HAD to find it to heal myself.
Vivian, I’m very encouraged by all your information-packed email messages and can’t wait to dig into the Save Our Bones book I just received!
Thank you so much!!
Andrea
Good news, Andrea! And welcome to the Program. 🙂
I just had a bone Density after I fell & had to have a parshell hip operation. The operation was 9 weeks ago. I rang my GP today & she just gave me the result.of the Bone Density about an hour ago. She didn’t give me any Levels till I asked her. When I challanged my Doctor she to;d me -3 When I asked her what that meant she said a 20 year old was -0 to -2.5. My reading was -3
I’m 75 years old My blood test was excellent. Please tell me what -3 means as I don’t understand this. I live in Australia in NSW state. Our Bodies are Temples of God & thank you Sharon for including that sentence.
Many thanks
Myra
Hi Myra,
It’s frustrating when doctors don’t give you a clear answer! To help understand what the numbers mean, here are the diagnostic paramaters for osteoporosis established by the WHO:
A T-score between +1 and -1 is normal bone density. Examples are 0.8, 0.2 and -0.5.
A T-score between -1 and -2.5 indicates low bone density or osteopenia. Examples are T-scores of -1.2, -1.6 and -2.1.
A T-score of -2.5 or lower is a diagnosis of osteoporosis. Examples are T-scores of -2.8, -3.3 and -3.9.
Dear Vivian
I am very interested in your work.
I have had polymyalgia rheumatica for over 3 years. I am on prednisone & plaquenil. I am down to 4.5 mg of prednisone now & hoping, as usual, to be able to get off it someday soon as it is leeching my bones.
Will your Cleanse help even while on these drugs?
Sincerely
Bronwyn
Good question, Bronwyn! If you are taking medication, that’s all the more reason to cleanse your system. Your liver and kidneys have to work hard to filter out and process the drugs, so cleansing will give these organs a break from toxins from other sources while you’re still taking the medications. 🙂
I also was diagnosed with osteoporosis after fracturing
T 7 vertebra. My Dr. Wrote me up a prescription for Fosamax and told me to start taking it immediately, and don’t research the side effects! I walked out of her office scared to death with this diagnosis and went home and researched Fosamax and all the drug therapies for osteoporosis! I decided I wasn’t putting any of these drugs in my body. Then I found the saveourbones program and that just confirmed my decision and put my mind at ease, after dealing with so many Doctors telling me I must take the meds. I already live an organic, whole food, plant based diet for the past 5 years, after being diagnosed with breast cancer and following the conventional medical route of surgery, chemo, radiation because of fear. Chemo induced menopause is what contributed to my osteoporosis. I am happy to say that I have been following the saveourbones program and it is in alignment with what I believe! Thanks so much Vivian for all your dedication and commitment to osteoporosis and healing in a holistic way. This is the way of the future and the way to heal from the inside out.
Did the fractures heal then on their own…with the save your bones program
Following a fractured ankle early in 2013, my physiotherapist told me that after becoming fully mobile again the broken bone would continue ‘tidying itself up’ or remodelling following it’s damage. She said it will continue reshaping in this way for up to 2 years, so it is important during that period of time to get plenty of the right kind of exercise to support this and ensure future problems are minimised to the area. She also recommended I supplement with calcium as my x-ray showed I have ostopenia, although I have not done this as I was unable to source a vegan one. Any suggestions welcome !
The best source of digestible, absorbable, calcium is from green leaves, make green smoothies, …I started in February drinking 1 litre of green smoothies as I was told in Jan 2014 to take Fosamx for osteoporosis….naturally I refused. I am a 95% raw food vegetarian, cannot say vegan as I use honey.
Please Google Green Smoothie Revolution – Viktoria Boutenko, Green for Life also by her and watch a delightful video by her son Sergei Green Smoothie Power https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqHRxr4a2-o
In May I did a DEXA scan to see if there was any change and was so encouraged, in August I did another DEXA and hips and spine are now mild osteopenia I am going to do another DEXA scan in Feb – 1 year I am sure it will be normal – I feel great. Also do yoga.
Greens are an excellent source of bioavailable calcium, Titch! Thanks for sharing your experience and information.
Humour always wins.
Fabulous story
A few months ago a bone density test showed that I have osteoporosis and my doctor prescribed the generic drug for fosomax. I have significant bone loss in my jaw which has caused me to lose my lower teeth and wear dentures. So now I go to the dentist. I had to have three teeth extracted. The dentist refused to extract them and sent me to an oral surgeon. He wanted $900 to remove the teeth. Well, it has taken me a year to save up for badly needed new lower dentures. And now this. I cannot afford that and chose to take my chances with osteonecrosis of the jaw. I have thrown the medication out and the dentist removed the worst of the three teeth which was crumbling apart. Now I am hoping I don’t get this horrible disease. I googled the word osteonecrosis and after looking at the photos of what you look like when your face gets eaten away, I went out and got drunk. By profession I am a holistic health practitioner and I don’t believe in taking drugs. I just thought, how bad could this drug be? Well, because I wanted to cheat a little and use a drug for bone loss I am now on pins and needles to make sure I do not contract osteonecrosis. What was I thinking? I have been on this drug for about six months. What are some suggestions you might have for me to try and get the drug out of my system and reverse the damage? I admit I am a little frightened. Did I say A little, that is an understatement!
Sherry, I understand your concerns; but you are on the right track! You’re researching your health concerns yourself and are ready to make your own health decisions. Congratulations!
I understand the fear very well. That’s one of the reasons I wrote this post you might like to read:
https://saveourbones.com/the-answer-to-osteoporosis-fear/
For getting the drug out of your system, I encourage you to check out Rapid Cleanse, the 7-day osteoporosis cleanse that is designed to rid the body of osteoporosis drugs. Here is a link where you can learn more:
https://saveourbones.com/rapid-cleanse-sale/
Remember, your body was designed for health! It can repair itself when it is given what it needs. 🙂
I know this reply is many years later after the original question but I’ve only recently became aware of this website. Drynaria is a crucial herb to help rebuild alveolar bone with is the bone which anchors the teeth, in addition to plant-based calcium and the key co-factors. Personally, I take Drynaria 12, Bone Renewal by the Synergy Company in addition to consuming organic greens daily.
Thanks Vivianne, I admire your style ,the way you convey FACTS. Actually our bodies are WONDERFULY DESIGNED,with the capacity of AUTO-Healing itself. Thanks to the only wonderful Loving Designer, Jehovah.
I also have Hashimotos Disease, but I take sythroid and cytomel for my thyroid. I don’t know if I am supposed to mention the name on the internet but I read all the newsletters from a thyroid advocate and she takes armour thyroid, but she also says it has not been proven that synthroid causes osteo. In a study of so many subjects the ones that took synthroid did not have osteo anymore than the ones who took armour. So I am not afraid to take mine. In fact, I could not live w/o the combination.
That is the only prescription drug I take. I do not have trouble with high blood pressure etc and I am 61 yrs young. I have been on the Save our Bones program about 2 years now so I have not had a dexa scan to see if I have improvement.
This is very vague in my mind for I’m a very old lady and hope that only you see this, but yesterday? a woman wrote in to thank you. She was no longer taking a drug and she had had good test results and was now taking SYNTHROID. I I’ll never forget the doctor who told me that I would be taking Synthroid the rest of my life but20 years later when I had my first low-level x ray the results showed minus 26% in the lumbar area and minus 24% in the hips, compared to other people my age. Since I had always been very active it was a TOTAL SHOCK!. I had taken Synthroid , not knowing it causes osteoporosis! Now I’m on Armour thyroid plus Iodine and have lowered those percentages considerably. I found out later that Synthroid has only T4 and that we need T3 as well. I have Hashimoto’s.
Hi Doris:
Thank you for the information on synthroid. I wondered why I got osteoporosis because I exercised a lot and ate healthy food. I am no longer on synthroid but it did have time to do its damage. Glad you have informed others so they don’t make the same mistake.
Joyce
Hi,
You are really doing a good job teaching people the truth about bone regeneration.
Thank you so much, Anthony!
Hello Vivian,
Have been receiving all your emails and reading them carefully.
Am not exactly osteoporotic but I do have osteopenia and osteophytes.
I changed my diet completely and making it as alkaline as possible with no animal meat, wheat byproducts(gluten-free), sugar free and eating lots of bone food with natural anti-inflammatory roots and herbs.
It would be interesting to test my bone density to know the before and after result of this new lifestyle as am confident that am doing the right thing and hoping that these bone spurs will remain the same and not grow bigger in the current areas nor in new areas. Thank you Vivian for this fountain of useful information you have created. My best regards!
I have been having infusions of eclasta over the past two & One half years and was due for another one later this year but now don’t think IO will have it. Thanks to Vivian’s ideas & book which I prchased earlier this year.
I would like to be able to turn the video off and read the audio version. Also, get to the facts fast, forget all the unncessary selling. I don’t have time.
Most of the videos posted have a back up for people like us. Just click to close and a pop-up will ask if you want to stay on the page or leave. Click stay and you will get a print version.
Vivian – you are a joy to my heart! I am now off all biophosphonates!!!!!
However, I am still taking Calcitonin-Salmon (a nasal spray) 200 I.U. Give me a low down on this spray please? Incidentally – I am better now than six months ago and can walk very short distances now. Am looking forward to walking the dog with my husband.
BarbaRA
Hi All, Thanks for latest imformation. I was surprised to read on a recent message that rebounding is good for bone health. I rebounded for years until I found out I had arthritis in spine and knee.I will now get out the rebounder and sart very slowly.
vivian i commend you for all your efforts but if you really want to make a difference and reverse osteoporosis and certain forms of arthritis than learn about bio identical hormones and replace these in the body, estrogen breaks down old bone and progesterone and testosterone builds new bone. this is the bodies building factory without these hormones present no amount of good nutrition is going to reverse this process the same way. within in 4 months of a hysterectomy where all my hormones collapsed i had oesteoporisis and arthritis and within 12 months of bio identical hormone replace meant with levels kept out of the post menopausal ranges all this was reversed and 15 years later my bone density is still better than a 25 year old.
Vivian: Am Velma-s rehab assistant M,W,F. Have Osteoporosis and KIDNEY STONES often. What can I do? Am 29, single. Please advice me at: jamie e fa****@*****il.com. Thank you!
Velma Sturm, for Jamie
dear jamie…..you can start to build new bone now by contacting a doctor that understands bio identical hormone replacement and start replacing your progesterone levels and testostertone, also oesteoappetite with boron and keepin you vitamin D levels around 150 Progesterone is the most protective hormone in the body and along with testosterone will build strong bones for life. good nutrition and an organic diet cut out all sugars and refined carbs and increase your consumption of god fats such as organic fats and proteins from grass fed animals and follow a paleo diet.. for doctors that understand this go onto suzanne somers.com website and click on to doctors resources for bio identical hormones in your area and you will not have to worry about this any more.
Am wanting to go to Tijuana, Mexico as soon as I get my passport. Will be going to the EXCEL Hospital, for the M. S. Liberation Procedure. Would like some tips on trying to gain some strength in my legs; am 61 and have not walked since breaking my ankle in 2 places, in 1976. All I did, was standing near my bed,looked @ my walker, thinking it was too far away.Without doing anything my legs crumbled. Immediately, I was rushed to the hospital for surgery; having broke my ankle in 2 places. I spent 6 weeks, no ‘weight baring’, I have not walked since 1976. Am using an electric wheelchair now. Am so thrilled about Vivian’s ‘Save Our Bones Community. Have sent a cheque, but have not heard back. Any pointers? My email:ve******@*ts.net if anyone wants to email me.
Velma Sturm
Vivian Goldschmidt, MA, is dedicated to sharing her health secrets through her books and publications, but at the cost, not everyone has money for books, and by the looks of it, “nothing comes for free”
Thank God for the internet where everyone can do research on health and preventative medicine on the computer with ease and become well informed how to heal themselves
why should she give her book away for free.she works hard to bring us all her great info.i thought it was well priced for the info in it.If you want something bad enough you can always manage to get it.
Wonderful site with lots of info, we need more info on acid free diet, lot of people dont understand the alkaline nutrition and how important it is to our health and well being, all this talk about calcium is quite confusing, magnesium helps the calcium to absorb better, I use magnesium oil that I apply topicaly daily…..
I have been watching your video’s and very impressed. I do have a question concerning bone deterioration. I have a particle jaw bone that has holes. I have never been sick or a server tooth ache. My concern is can this jaw bone regrow in the deteriorated area?
After a lot of research and subsequent mixed feelings I would like to share my thoughts about the value of Save Our Bones.
There is a great deal of high-pressure salesmanship which I find disturbing; in fact, I would say the ratio of hype to research is approximately 50-50. It’s sometimes difficult to wade through the scare tactics to find the valuable information. But it is there.
I was disappointed with the book; as one person commented, by the time it arrived, I too had already read most of it online and having the information in a book is not worth : $67 plus shipping for a paperback book with a large print, a huge amount of white space, no index and really not much in it in my opinion. I am planning to return it.
However, to Vivian Goldschmidt’s credit, when I complained my $73.00 was refunded. Also, I am enjoying reading
Vivian’s emails and the replies and all-in-all I have to say Save Our Bones has made me aware of many things that may help me.
There are other books on this subject one can order which I suspect have more dense information. One can find them on Amazon.com
keep up the good work Vivian.I work every day at remodeling my bones thru diet and exercises .Ive gone from osteoarthritis stage 2 to osterpenia .Many thanks to you.I love to learn and I look forward to your newsletter.Much appreciated.Breeda.