The Better Bones Blog
by Dr. Susan Brown, PhD.
Will the New Ultrasound Device Replace DEXA Bone Density Testing?
Did you ever stick your foot in a device that measured your bone density at the heel? If so, this was an ultrasound device that attempted to detect bone density and bone strength by sending soundwaves through the bone. I have been watching the evolution of ultrasound testing over the decades and have seen several […]
Silicon: Important Bone Nutrient and Worthy of Greater Study
Key Points In This Blog Silicon Is Abundant in the Natural Environment It Is An Important Yet Overlooked Key Trace Mineral Silicon is More Bioavailable as Choline-Stabilized Orthosilicic Acid Key to Healthy Bone, Skin, Hair, Nails, Joints, Arteries Promotes Aluminum Detoxification Abundant in the Natural Environment: When you hear the word “silicon,” your first thought is probably not […]
Women’s History Month 2021—Tales of Our Grandmothers
I do not know if you’ve ever had this experience, but at times I wish I could stop the world in its rapid spin and push the pause button on our accelerated change. Recently I did just that, and in a moment of quietude I decided to celebrate Women’s History Month this year remembering my own […]
Am I Losing Bone Right Now? The NTx Test
Every day women are worried because they’ve been told that a DEXA test shows their bone density is that of an 80-year-old, or that they “must” take bone drugs. But what worries me is that most of these women have NOT been told whether or not their bone loss is ongoing or if it occurred […]
Dr. Brown’s Crystal Ball Predictions 2021
What a year it’s been! Congratulations, we have survived it and hopefully are a bit stronger and wiser for the experience. Clearly what happened in 2020 is nothing anyone could have even remotely imagined, much less predicted, a year ago. Nonetheless, I bravely set forth my new predictions for 2021 fueled by a faith in […]
Better Bones Staff Pick For Healthy Holiday Giving
When working for a nutrition company, one of our favorite water cooler conversations is about what new health gadget or product we are currently using. This year in particular it seems apropos to consider gifting “healthy.” So as a team we compiled a list of all of our favs from the year to share with you. You […]
Osteoporosis & Osteopenia Natural Solutions by Dr. Susan Brown Ph.D
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I’m Dr. Susan Brown. I am a clinical nutritionist, medical anthropologist, writer, and motivational speaker. Learn my time-tested 6 step natural approach to bone health in my online courses.
