The Better Bones Blog
by Dr. Susan Brown, PhD.
May Is Osteoporosis Month: 2020 Re-Imagining the Year of “Have No Fear”
March & April Were Tough — Let’s Rock Out May Hi Everyone, WOW, the past few months have been challenging and I personally thank the Divine forces for the glorious uplift and invigoration of Spring. I feel the momentum of renewal growing, and I’m ready to recharge and notch up my self-care program. I hope […]
Learn how to cultivate inner peace amid outer turmoil
As a women’s health advocate who is concerned about human rights, the health of our Mother Earth, and world peace and justice, it’s clear to me that 2020 will be challenging. But I refuse to be discouraged. After all, the times of greatest challenge offer the greatest opportunity for growth. I’ve decided to meet the […]
Ascorbate Vitamin C: The Amazing Bone and Body Protector
Few molecules are more abundant in healthy human cells or play a more important role in supporting bone and total body health than ascorbate (vitamin C). When the Nobel laureate Albert Szent-Györgyi identified the long-sought-after molecule that prevented death from scurvy, he named it “ascorbic acid,” meaning without scurvy. This compound was found to be the same as the compound discovered earlier in the century, which […]
Basic Steps to Support Immunity in Today’s Environment
Stay well hydrated. Pure water, ginger, and herbal tea are good. (How to Make Fresh Ginger Tea) Alkalize. Consume daily 2 cups of vegetables for lunch and 2 for dinner, 2 to 3 servings of fruit, nuts and seeds, and use plenty of herbs and spices. (10 Tips for an Alkaline Diet) Maintain a first-morning […]
10 Tips to Enhance Respiratory Wellness
Like many flu viruses, COVID-19 impacts the respiratory system and is defined as “severe acute respiratory syndrome.” Given this, it is wise for all of us to consider simple ways to enhance our respiratory wellness. As it now appears, the COVID-19 virus is characterized by obstruction of respiratory pathways with thick mucus that solidifies and […]
Top questions about a weight vest for osteoporosis
Is a weighted vest for osteoporosis good? Using a weighted vest long term is just as effective as drug therapy in building bone mass, according to research reports. And based on my personal experience I can tell you that with regular use you will enjoy better balance, experience fewer falls and build both full body […]
I’m Dr. Susan Brown. I am a nutritionist, medical anthropologist, writer, and speaker. Get my free weekly newsletter here.
