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 second test showed better
pictures this time — thanks to you.” Tricia felt she “flunked”
her first bone test when the DEXA showed that she had osteoporosis. But she wasn’t
willing to take the bone drugs her doctor offered, and she went looking for a natural
alternative. She found the Personal Program for Better Bones and started an exercise
routine — and a year later, e-mailed us to let us know that she was on her
way to restoring her bone health.
“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:
03/30/2010