When I was first diagnosed with osteoporosis, my doctor handed me a prescription for Fosamax.
I tore up that prescription and never touched the medicine. My gut told me not to take it. And for good reason…
It takes about 5 seconds of searching on Google® to find a long list of horror stories about drugs like these.
What is supposed to help you can make things even worse… much worse.
You see…
Doctors Are Put in an Extremely Difficult Position
If a patient receives an osteoporosis diagnosis, they really have no choice but to prescribe a drug.
If they don’t and their patient suffers a fracture, they could lose everything!
Now I’m not a doctor. And that affords me the ability to tell you the truth.
The truth is that if you want to prevent or reverse osteoporosis or osteopenia, then you will want to stay FAR AWAY from prescription osteoporosis drugs.
Despite what it might seem…
You Are Not Helpless At All in the Fight Against Osteoporosis or Osteopenia
In fact, you are very much in control! This is what most people don’t know.
If you decide, like I did, that prescription drugs (and their side effects) are NOT an option, then you need a solution to pursue instead.
Unfortunately, making a choice like this can make dealings with your doctor extremely uncomfortable. Doctors don’t really appreciate being questioned. You can’t blame them. It’s just the way they’re trained.
I received an email from an Osteoporosis Reversal Program follower not long ago who explained she had to hide a secret from her doctor. She wasn’t taking her medication but she was following our program! When she showed signs of improvement…
He Thought It Was the Medicine!
I’ve created a special report titled “Doctor Communication Tutorials” that shows you how to speak to your doctor to make it clear how you’re going to proceed. And so you don’t need to keep secrets about the decisions you make.
The report is not for sale. Instead, it’s included free when you order the Osteoporosis Reversal Program.
Get started today and you can be ready with the information before the next time you speak with your doctor.
And for my in-depth reviews on the most popular osteoporosis drugs, click here →
I guess it shouldn’t surprise me that doctors think the Osteoporosis Reversal Program is magic. From their perspective, I guess that’s exactly what it looks like!
Sincerely,
P.S. Here is another comment we recently received about a “surprised” doctor!!
“I followed your save the bone program and just had my yearly bone density test……Yea!!!!!!I no longer have osteo. Thanks again for your inspiration.. Your book is most helpful…..I was determined not to take biophosphates…..I have been smiling ever since I got my report……My Dr. was really surprised. He was shocked….Thank u”
-Gloria K
I’m 53 years old man. Working as a gardener for 19 years in Lower Galilee (Israel) – daily physical work, sun,… One year ago diagnosed osteopenia T score was -2.3 in vertebrae. I have a birth defect – two semi-vertebrae in lumbar and thoracic part. All hormonal tests are normal. But urine calcium in 24 hours is high (443 instead until 300). I don’t smoke; use to drink about 250 ml dry wine with dinner or 500 ml beer daily. Recently diagnosed two left kidney stones 3-4 mm. During this year I took Bone Maximizer III (calcium from MCHC with D-3) 660 mg Ca daily plus 800 IU D-3 and opti MSM – 1000 mg daily….
In last test February 2016 T-score is -3.3 in vertebrae.
I refused to take any prescription osteoporosis drugs.
My question – how I can reverse Ca into my bones without damaging kidneys?
Because the first advice to fight hypercalciuria is to reduce Calcium intake, but I need Calcium to rebuild my bones!
What’s the best solution in my case?
I will highly appreciate your reply!
Hi Israel,
It’s especially important to take a calcium that is bioavailable, such as calcium derived from plants (particularly algae). You can get by with taking fewer milligrams because it’s so well absorbed. 🙂
I have osteoporosis and I finally took the bisphosphonate Prolia which is administered in a 6 month injection. OK! Now I get why my doctor insisted I take te shot! In March 2015 my doctor whom I have trusted and worked with for years insisted that I take the 1st dose and in November 2015 insisted I take the 2nd – I bet she is intimidated by fear of lawsuit if I should have a fracture. What I’m now very concerned about is that an uncomfortable lump appeared on my left foot on the inner side above the instep several months ago and i am now feeling that Prolia could be responsible. I will assuredly NOT continue with it! Altho I am scheduled for a BDT in April BUT is there anything I can do NOW to counteract its effects??? I am 71, I work in my office 4 days/week, I walk and exercise almost daily, I take a good calcium, I am not overweight. I would very much appreciate your reply….
Rose
Aged 70 and recently diagnosed with severe Osteoporosis with negative -3.5 bone density following an accident (dogs attack) i received my first Prolia injection. Would like to know of potential side affects and if indeed Prolia plus high calcium diet is the answer. Searching for foods containing high calcium is difficult and do you know if some calciums are better absorbed than others?
I have had three Prolia injections over an eighteen month period much to my regret. I have had R.A for a few decades and only recently decided to Google Prolia because what I was experiencing felt in no way connected to R.A symptoms. The side effects that I experienced were severe bone pain through out my body which Panadeine Forte had no effect in relieving the pain, dizziness ( had three bad falls ), constantly felt as though I had had a few too many and no, the Panadeine Forte didn’t cause the dizziness, Tremors and tiredness. This dangerous Drug should stop being prescribed and used on Guinea Pigs – Patients. Joan
My Rheumatologist has suggested Reclast to strengthen my bones which according to
information on the Internet has dangerous side effects. Would you please give your
opinion on the procedure?
Thank you,
Patsy Workizer
Hi Patsy,
Good for you for doing your research first! You’ll find lots of information on Reclast on this site. Here’s a link to the search results for “Reclast” to get you started:
https://saveourbones.com/?s=reclast
I notice in all the comments that no answer was given for people with osteoarthritis. Is the program suitable for this ailment?
Hi Glenore,
While the Program is specifically geared toward managing osteoporosis, many people in the community have found relief from arthritis symptoms while on the Program. This is because both conditions can benefit from a more alkaline body pH, and showing you how to achieve that pH which is exactly what the Program is designed to do! 🙂
I, fortunately, do not have Osteoporosis yet, but my friend’s doctor wanted to put her on medication – after reading the side effects, she has decided not to take any drugs at this time – thank you for your knowledge – I have printed the information out for her as she has no computer – thanks again for making people see the light
After having a Dexa Scan, I was told that I was at a -4.4…severe osteosporosis. I have experienced several fractures in my back. After all the research I have done, the side affects of the shots given for this scare me to death! Is there any hope that your program could help someone with a -4.4?
Gail, I am so glad you’re a part of the community here. 🙂 It’s impossible to predict precisely what the Program will do for each individual – there are just too many variables! But I can tell you that your body was made for health, and I firmly believe in the body’s ability to thrive when it’s given what it needs. 🙂 Keep doing your research, read, explore, and don’t be afraid to take your health into your own hands. Believe in your bones and yourself!
Dear Vivian. I have been on your SAVE OUR BONES program for several years now and will be forever grateful for your diligent research into all the pros and cons of preventing and treating osteoporosis. It gave me the confidence I needed to jettison the Forteo RX that was recommended to treat my -3 SD bone density. What a pleasure it has been to build the delicious smoothies I now drink daily instead of injecting myself with drugs.
Happily, I still am an active, mobile 84+ and take only a minimum of pharmaceuticals, namely Synthroid and eyedrops for Glaucoma, both of which I like to do without if I dared. Any advise me on this? I have been a “naturalist” since jumping on Adele Davis’ bandwagon in the 40’s so am game to try an alternative plan. Thanks again for your expertise and support. Lois
In 2007, I had pneumonia, and because of hacking cough I broke my ribs. So, my family doctor sent me for an x-ray that’s when I found out I have osteoporosis from waist to my upper body part, and osteopenia , waist down. For 5 years I had been taking Fosamax and just changeed to Actonel in 2012. My done density didn’t changed all these years taking these meds, and I am due for another bone density test this coming August.
I am glad to find a healthy way of saving my bones. Thanks…will definitely follow your program.
Cathy, I thank you for finding us! I wish you full health and success on the Program. 🙂
I don’t want to take the meds. I already have two fractures pilvic. I am trying to decide what to do. I am so glad I found you. The Dr. Gave me meds. I came home and looked it up. I just can not take anything that is poison .my bones are so brittle I can break a hip turning over in bed. He scared me so bad. I will not take the meds. You said you were scared also. I don’t feel so alone now. I have been on bed rest for 8 weeks. That goes against every thing I believe, but it hurt so bad to walk. Now I am able to walk again. I may be slow but I am walking. I have always tried to follow a good diet , exersice, and keep my weight down to a healthy size. It appears it did not work. I am 69 years old. This happened getting out of bed. I did not fall. I am almost afraid to move. Thank you for such great information . I will journey on.
hello:
ihave ostroperois and was given prolia 2 mos ago, it has side effects
im not happy with, the problems ihave fibro ,cfs injuries are worse
plus insomia and do not want any sleeping pills etc,
i was told ihave a choice either take it or let my bones break so i took it
and due for next one in june, really dont feel i will carry through with that again,
your book sav our bones is a diet and alot of thesefoods i cant have,or do i eat on a reg basis , i eat when im hungry, which this past week only eating oatmeal bars and yogart, so ? if your program would work for me to be honest
if it would id try to follow it
thank you much for your info
sincerely,
sandra
Sandra, I am sorry you had that experience with Prolia! Good for you for taking your health into your own hands.
If you choose to try the Program, you don’t have to do everything that’s in it to improve your bone health. 🙂 Even if you add a few elements of the Program to your diet, and get the proportions MOSTLY right, you should see improvement!
Hi Vivian–
Have been receiving your info for several months and especially enjoy the nutritional advice. I was more fortunate than you in that my primary physician also uses homeopathy and shared with me a strong distrust of the Fosamax meds. When my bone scans indicated decreasing density, he suggested strontium, which I’ve been using with calcium in the Garden of Life Growbone program. My last scan showed normal density. I’ve also given up red meat, flour, and most dairy products and eat fresh fruits and veggies as you recommend. Are you familiar with the strontium in use for better bone density? If so, have you found any problems with it?
Hi Marg,
The small amounts of naturally-occurring strontium found in most algae-based calcium supplements are not a problem, but I do not recommend a separate strontium supplement. 🙂
For more info about this,you might like to read this blog post: https://saveourbones.com/strontium-demistyfied/
I hope this helps!
Unfortunately, I just recently had breast cancer. Now that the surgery, chemo and radiation are over, I am on a pill – arimidex for the next 5 years. This drug eliminates whatever estrogen the body has left so that it doesn’t feed any cancer cells that still may be left in my body. Do you still guarantee that your program will help my osteoporosis under these conditions?
I too am on letrozole (hormone receptor) for breast cancer. Was given a Prolia injection and also have osteopenia. Did not like the pain in my jaw that has occured off and on since taking the Prolia, so don’t think I will agree to taking it anymore. It can be so confusing. I don’t want to end up frail and possibly disabled with osteoporosis. Don’t want to take calcium supplements, they’ve recently come under fire as has milk and dairy products. How do we get enough calcium? I don’t think leafy green vegetables will supply enough.
Sodie,
I take about 250Mg of Algae Calcium a day and trey to get the rest from food. I feel that any calcium coming from rock or bone is harmful and taking to much is not healthy. I recall that most of the rock and bone calcium does not get absorbed into the bone and ends up in the bloodstream causing problems. I feel comfortable taking a plant based calcium. I take Natures way organic Alive bone max absorption. I do not take the recommended 1000mg I feel less is better. I also take extra k-2 and D3. I am not a big milk drinker and would rather get calcium from plants. Take a look at a plant based calcium there are plenty out there, you may like them too.
Hi, Saw your post re estrogen and must comment. I have severe osteoporosis, and my Mom told me about bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. Bio-identicals are the same hormones your body makes. I use Estradiol in patch form. My mother has been using it for 40 years and though she is 76 now, she has the bones of a 35 year old. The study regarding HRT was horribly skewed, and is not accurate. Do NOT take any of the synthetic hormones like Premarin – they do cause cancer and blood cots but bio-identicals do NOT. If you still have a uterus (I don’t) you’ll want to take a bio-identical progesterone like Pro-gest. It’s made by Emerita. Every woman should be taking both as soon as there is even a hint that she may be in menopause.
Susan
Sodie,
I take about 250Mg of Algae Calcium a day and trey to get the rest from food. I feel that any calcium coming from rock or bone is harmful and taking to much is not healthy. I recall that most of the rock and bone calcium does not get absorbed into the bone and ends up in the bloodstream causing problems. I feel comfortable taking a plant based calcium. I take Natures way organic Alive bone max absorption. I do not take the recommended 1000mg I feel less is better. I also take extra k-2 and D3. I am not a big milk drinker and would rather get calcium from plants. Take a look at a plant based calcium there are plenty out there, you may like them too.