The Better Bones Blog
by Dr. Susan Brown, PhD.
6 ways standard osteoporosis treatment is dead wrong: Part 3
In my previous two blogs, I’ve given you 4 important reasons why I don’t believe standard osteoporosis treatment is effective. In this final blog of the series, I want to emphasize that there is no magic bullet for optimal bone health – despite what you may have heard about calcium or bone drugs. Here’s why: […]
6 ways standard osteoporosis treatment is dead wrong: Part 2
I’ve written recently about two of my top six concerns about the standard approach to bone health. And now, here are two more that emphasize how women are often being misled about how to best protect their bones: 3. Contemporary osteoporosis management treats bone as if it were separate and isolated from the rest of the body […]
6 ways standard osteoporosis treatment is dead wrong: Part 1
It’s no secret that I’m not a fan of the way bone drugs like Prolia® and Fosamax® are used these days. But people sometimes misinterpret my thinking as being “anti-drug” — yet it’s not just the drugs I object to. It’s how medicine in general approaches bone health and fracture risk. I have at least […]
Wholesome, low calorie drinks that alkalize
Ready to learn my five favorite types of alkalizing drinks? Here they are: The lowest calorie, most wholesome beverage is spring water with a high mineral content, such as the European “mineral waters.” Juices made of alkalizing vegetables like kale, collards, celery, bok choy, parsley, lettuces, cabbage, and the like are also potent alkalizers containing […]
Yoga and Osteoporosis: Groundbreaking study shows yoga can build bones
A groundbreaking clinical trial shows postmenopausal women with osteoporosis gained bone density after only 6 months of regular yoga practice. This is the first clinical study to show the benefits of yoga and osteoporosis — and the benefits are significant! Yoga can not only halt menopausal bone loss, but a systematic yoga exercise program can […]
10 steps to better digestion
When it comes to getting the most from your digestion, it’s more than “you are what you eat” — it’s “you are what you absorb.” That’s because even if you eat the highest quality foods, you need to digest and absorb their nutrients to get the benefits. Digestive problems keep you from doing this, plus […]