One of the most frightening aspects of an osteoporosis and osteopenia diagnosis is the way the risk of fracture is presented by the Medical Establishment. When a doctor determines that you fit the pre-established parameters of increased fracture risk, instead of helping you understand how you can reduce that risk, they pronounce you with an ominous disease: osteoporosis. Today’s post … Click to continue →

Cashews are unique among nuts. They bear characteristics of both tree nuts and legumes, but they are not, botanically, either of these. They hang from fruits that look like pears but are actually a kind of apple, and the cashew is found outside the fruit, not in it! In fact, you’ll never see a cashew “in the shell,” and today … Click to continue →

Today we’re going to have a thorough look at a pervasive bone and general health damaging habit: drinking soda. Give this article a read, and if you’re still drinking it, see if it doesn’t provide the motivation to put down the pop and start reclaiming your healthiest self. Soda does damage to many systems of the body, including the skeletal … Click to continue →

Who doesn’t love cookies? For many of us, cookies conjure up childhood memories and celebrations. Some families have a traditional cookie recipe that’s been passed down for generations. There’s no doubt that cookies are special, and taste best when shared! Of course, your typical cookie is high in sugar and other acidifying ingredients (such as high fructose corn syrup and … Click to continue →

Did you know that May is National Osteoporosis Month? It’s not a designation that requires a change of pace at the Save Institute, because we are dedicated to naturally reverse and prevent osteoporosis year-round! But having a month dedicated to the topic of bone health and fracture risk is a good reminder that there is always more to learn, to … Click to continue →

Long before mass-produced candy, people satisfied their sweet tooth with sweet, sticky honey. Of course, obtaining honey in those days was not simply a matter of purchasing a jar at a local health food store; honey had to be located and, whether wild or domestic, it had to be harvested with great care. That is why honey came to be … Click to continue →

A new diet fad has cropped up, and with it have come proselytizers, doubters and doomsayers. At the Save Institute we always endeavor to stay ahead of the trends to help you navigate the swirl of questions that surround new health practices. Today’s topic is whether a recent and popular cleanse, souping, is good for your bones and your health. … Click to continue →

At the Save Institute, we’re always searching for bone health trends that have become popular and could use in-depth analysis and clarification. Some topics are positive-- like the growing recognition of the need for plenty of vegetables in your diet, or greater scrutiny of the products manufactured by Big Pharma. But often, confusing, misleading, or even dangerous misinformation manages to … Click to continue →

When you’re making your grocery list for the week and you want to include lots of fresh, whole Foundation Foods, you may find yourself in a bit of a quandary. You’ve probably heard that organic foods are best for your bones and overall health, and that’s certainly correct. Sometimes, though, due to factors like budget constraints, availability, and so forth, … Click to continue →