Osteoporosis Inspiration
October 24, 2010
‘Vivian Answers Day’ #4
What is the best calcium to take and amount for a person 5′ tall and weighs 108 pounds?
-Susan
Dear Susan,
Calcium is required by volume and weight more than any other mineral in the body. As I write in the Osteoporosis Reversal Program, 800 to 1200 mg a day can meet the requirements of an adult person.
October 10, 2010
‘Vivian Answers Day’ #3
I am a 77 year old female. Have been on Fosamax for 5+ years and have shown no improvement in bone density (I’m now at -3.5).
Doctor has recommended Reclast but I’m reluctant to substitute one drug for another.
Saw your Osteoporosis Reversal Program and am interested in starting it. Are there cases in which even that won’t work?
September 27, 2010
‘Vivian Answers Day’ #2
Do fractured bones heal slower due to osteoporosis? and is age a factor – 81 years old?
Dear Lorraine,
Excellent question! As I write in the Osteoporosis Reversal Program, bones are living tissue that can regenerate and rebuild itself. Here’s an interesting paradox
September 22, 2010
The Fox and Cat Principle: Follow It For Better Bones
For my 10th birthday, my parents gave me a hardcover edition of Aesop’s Fables, and I fell in love with the entertaining tales. All the while my young, impressionable mind … Continue Reading →
September 14, 2010
‘Vivian Answers Day’ #1
What do you think of Reclast? My Dr has ordered this for me to help strengthen my bones.
Dear Mabel,
Reclast (zoldedronic acid), also known as Aclasta outside of the US, is an intravenous bisphosphonate. So the same applies to Reclast (including their nasty side effects) as to any other bisphosphonate drug, except that
August 23, 2010
Your ‘Ask Vivian Week’ Answers
I thank you all for posting your questions during ‘Ask Vivian Week’. I am really excited that the Save Our Bones community is so active and intelligently inquisitive. There were … Continue Reading →
May 23, 2010
We Lost A Giant…
This time I write to you with a heavy heart… Founding the Save Our Bones community has led me to cross paths with many remarkable people. Let me tell you … Continue Reading →
May 18, 2010
Saturday Night Live And Save Our Bones Partner Up
A Saturday Night Live writer may be part of the Save Our Bones community. Here’s why I’m saying this. I’ve always been a big fan of Saturday Night Live, especially … Continue Reading →
March 17, 2010
A Tale Of Two Ladies: Who Would You Rather Be?
I wrote a story that narrates one day in the life of two imaginary and very different women who share one thing in common: they were both diagnosed with osteoporosis. … Continue Reading →
December 31, 2009
Happy New Year: Your 2010 Bone Health Resolution
I hope you are having a fantastic holiday season and that you are as upbeat about welcoming 2010 and the new decade as I am. This past year has been … Continue Reading →
