The Better Bones Blog
by Dr. Susan Brown, PhD.
Bone testing — assessing bone breakdown and bone loss
Bone is composed of a living protein framework upon which mineral crystals are placed. As bone breaks down, bits of this living protein framework appear in the urine or the blood. Tests of bone breakdown, called bone resorption tests, measure the amount of one specific bone protein in the urine or in the blood, and thus gauge […]
Research Updates: The Latest and Greatest on Collagen
Here at the Center for Better Bones, we try to keep up with the latest research and developments on all of our favorite nutrients. Today, we are going to report on two exciting studies on collagen! Collagen Supplementation Improves Body Composition and Muscle Strength A randomized controlled trial investigated the impacts of collagen supplementation in […]
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 […]
Osteoporosis & Osteopenia Natural Solutions by Dr. Susan Brown Ph.D
