Dr. Susan Brown at her offices in East Syracuse, N.Y., on 1/26/11. (Photos by Michael Okoniewski for Concordia Partners LLC)
Dr. Susan Brown PhD has pioneered natural approaches for bone health for over 30 years. She was the first to prove that using only natural methods, nearly every woman can build strong bones for life. She is the author of the best selling book Better Bones, Better Body and The Acid Alkaline Food Guide. Dr. Brown consults with clients and holds retreats worldwide in addition to writing The Better Bones Blog.
Time-tested
My program is time-tested evolving from 35+ years of clinical practice dealing with osteoporosis and osteopenia. Since my first book Better Bones, Better Body in 1998 I have maintained an unwavering focus on the evolving science of natural bone health.
Underlying Causes
I champion the concept that our bones are meant to last a lifetime and all excessive bone weakening has a cause. I can help you uncover the underlying causes of bone weaknesses and help you seek the path to reduce these burdens.
Holistic & Comprehensive
My program is holistic and comprehensive covering the Six Steps of a Better Bones, Better Body program. Guidance in 1. Understanding the causes of your bone loss, 2. Alkaline for Life Diet®, 3. Optimal nutritional supplementation, 4. Digestion and detoxification 5. Exercise, 6. Stress reduction, emotional well-being enhancement and testing for success are all important parts of our program.
Taking Charge
In the Better Bones Program you are taught to take charge of your bone health; you need no longer live in fear of osteoporosis. Over time you will master the key steps to rebuilding bone strength while at the same time increasing overall health, fitness and joy of life.
Many of our clients like to get started on the nutrients as they begin to piece together all the details of their case. You can have the 30+ years of expertise of Dr. Brown without the cost of a full-service new client program.
Start by sending us your Vitamin D test (if you have one), DEXA reports, and complete our intake forms. Dr. Brown will carefully review your paperwork and put together a comprehensive supplement plan for you. After she works up your personalized protocol our client services team will go through with you all the recommendations and help you get started implementing the changes.
Dr. Brown is here as your advocate to help you understand the real state of your bone health and guide you in organizing a step-by-step program to build bone strength naturally, the way nature intended.
Send us your labs (past 3-5 years), DEXA reports, and complete our intake forms. Dr. Brown will carefully review your charts and put together a comprehensive action plan for you.
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In your first appointment, you will go into your complete medical history and identify any hidden causes of bone loss. She will review with your labs and Dexa’s to help you better understand what is going on and also calm your fears about bone loss. She will also carefully tailor and action plan for you including all 6 steps of the Better Bones, Better Body Program.
In your follow-up appointment, Dr. Brown will review your current progress, diet & pH records, and make suggestions on additional testing that may be required to further understand your case if needed. Additionally, she is there to answer your questions on the implementation of your program.
1. PERSONALIZED CASE ASSESSMENT
Is your bone loss normal or excessive? What does your bone density tests really tell you? Are you losing excessive bone right now? Are you at risk of needless osteoporotic fracture? If so, what are the reasons for any existing bone weakening? Have you been given a good medical workup looking for the hidden causes of bone loss? Should you consider bone drugs? These are all items Dr. Brown will help you assess in your first appointment.
2. DEVELOP AN ALKALINE DIET
pH balance is a well documented factor highly influencing aging bone loss. In the Better Bones, Better Body® Program. Dr. Brown will teach you how to assess your acid-base balance and how to develop a bone and muscle preserving alkaline diet. Our Better Bones Support Kit makes it easy for you to understand the importance of pH balance and to successfully alkalize.
3. INDIVIDUALIZED NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTATION
Dozens of nutrients are essential for optimal bone health, and most of these we seriously under-consume. Maximization of all key bone-building nutrients is essential, as is the correct balance between nutrients and the proper, alkalizing form of each nutrient. In your new client appointment Dr. Brown will give you a personalized supplement protocol to help you rebuild your bones naturally.
4. ENHANCE DIGESTION AND DETOXIFICATION
Our amazing body is formed from the foods we eat, digest and assimilate. Strong digestion is essential for delivering the nutrients and energy essential to maintain and build bone. Toxins such as heavy metals, pesticides, plasticizers, petrochemicals and the like each have their own way of interfering with cellular functioning and utilization of our nutrients. In the Better Bones, Better Body® Program, you will begin to build digestive strength and detoxify the body.
5. EXERCISE INTO BONE HEALTH
Science documents that our bones respond to the load put upon them and that exercise builds bone and muscle strength while enhancing balance and preventing falls. In the Better Bones, Better Body® Program we guide you in the development of a personalized exercise program. Also, you will learn specific exercises targeted to strengthen the spine, hip and entire skeleton.
6. STRESS, WORRY REDUCTION, AND THE NOURISHING OF EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE
Dr. Brown was warning women of the stress-osteoporosis link long before scientists noted that stress damages bone. For many years we have helped women understand that worry, anxiety and stress directly deplete bone. This damage occurs largely via the sympathetic nervous system and the adrenal hormones of distress, Better Bones, Better Body® Program will help you develop a step-by-step program for reducing anxiety and creating emotional resilience, mindfulness and peace of mind.