Real stories from real people
Read what people just like you say about the Center for Better Bones and Dr. Susan E. Brown, PhD!
With bone health, you won’t have any physical symptoms or other indications if the condition of your bones starts to decline. That’s why many of our clients want to share their own personal experiences and the challenges they’ve overcome on their way to healthier bones, and bodies. As with many issues in health, the information we give each other is often as valuable as the guidance we get from our practitioners.
The following stories are true, told by real patients who often reveal intimate details about their lives in order to help others. In some cases, we have changed names and other identifying features to protect their privacy.
Choose a story from the left column, or click on any link below.
“My bones started aching and I felt like an old person!” Rose was already on hormone therapy when she was diagnosed with osteoporosis. Her doctor put her on Fosamax, and then tried Actonel, both of which caused unpleasant side effects. Rose stopped taking hormones and began her own research to improve her health. She came across Dr. Brown’s book, Better Bones, Better Body, and then scheduled an appointment with Dr. Brown herself. Now, she is supporting her bone health naturally with diet and lifestyle changes that have made her feel better and more energetic.
“I like the natural way of doing anything. For me, it’s so much more effective.” Helen was diagnosed with osteopenia at age 50, following a routine bone scan post-hysterectomy. With plans to live to be a healthy 100-year-old, this schoolteacher wasn’t going to wait for the situation to worsen. She began working with Dr. Brown, and using a natural approach, including diet, exercise, and high-quality nutritional supplements, her bone loss has stabilized, she’s feeling great, and outpacing the younger teachers.
“My gut told me Fosamax was wrong.” Lee Anne, a registered nurse, considers herself a very healthy person overall, so she was upset when her gynecologist suggested she start taking Fosamax. Her local health food store recommended Dr. Brown’s book, so Lee Anne read it. She was “blown away” by its optimism and logical approach to bone health.
“Don’t be afraid to look at alternatives.” After being told by three different doctors that she needed Fosamax, Meghan, 63, knew it was time to find an alternative for her bones. She found Dr. Brown and worked on a plan to build back bone naturally. Not only has her DEXA scan improved, but Meghan feels much healthier overall! Here’s her story.
“I feel better today than I did when I was 21!” Sarah, 56, has a strong family history for osteoporosis, but she was still devastated when she found out she had osteopenia. After trying Actonel and experiencing several disturbing side effects, she found help with Dr. Brown, and now feels she finally has control over her health.
“If we treat our bodies well...” Maggie had a total hysterectomy at the age of 23. By the time she was 40, doctors told her she had the bones of a 72-year-old. After trying Fosamax and Actonel and reading about “dead jaw syndrome” she found Dr. Brown. Since working with Dr. Brown, Maggie has seen a significant improvement in her bones — without the use of prescription drugs.
Our Personal Program is a great place to start
At the Center for Better Bones we promote an all-natural approach to bone regeneration and repair that includes nutrition, diet, exercise, and lifestyle guidance. Our Personal Program is a convenient, at-home version of this approach.
- To assess your fracture risk and the health of your bones, take our free, on-line Fracture Risk and Bone Health Profile.
- To learn more about the guided, at-home Program we have developed with America’s premier women’s health clinic, Women to Women, go to The Personal Program for Better Bones.
- For more information about the at-home program for Better Bones, please call The Personal Program toll-free at 1-877-200-1269.
Original Publication Date: 01/01/2009
Last Modified: 05/19/2009