
The Woman Who Builds Better Bones
Dr. Susan Brown, PhD, has been helping women like you build stronger bones naturally for over three decades.

Who We Are
We are not merely health seekers, but an inquisitive tribe of rebellious bone health thought leaders who dare to look beyond the allopathic standard of care and big pharma playbooks.
We are not just a blog or a video, nor reporters of the latest studies, but a forward-thinking community that values ancient wisdom as much as cutting-edge science.
We are not just one, but many, ready to support, cheer, empower, and uplift all who are on the path of this bone health revolution.

What We Believe
We understand that we are not just our bones, but a complex fabric of intelligence interwoven throughout our physical body.
We know that the creation of optimum bone health requires the total integration of body, mind, and spirit.
We believe in the strength and wisdom of our women-powered community, nurturing a space where trust, empowerment, and authenticity thrive.

What We Do
We aim to nourish and enliven this vast field of intelligence with holistically aligned, but scientifically sound health solutions that treat the body as a whole.
We strive to bring you clear, empowering guidance— comprehensive, never complicated.
We are Better Bones, Better Body . . . The Way Nature Intended.

Better Bones Core Values
Courage: We value empowerment over fear.
Wholeness: We value holism over fragmentation.
Integrity: We value honesty in every word, action, and product we present.
Individuality: We value your health journey . . . whatever it may look like.
Community: We value the wisdom of our collective community.
Resilience: We value the notion that all challenges can be seen as an opportunity for growth.
Vitality: We value the intelligence and the regenerative capacity of the human body.
Wisdom: We value the integration of ancient wisdom with modern scientific advancements, creating a balanced and holistic approach to health and wellness.
We are Better Bones, Better Body . . . The Way Nature Intended.
Dr. Brown’s Blog

Flow Bone: Is This New Bone Drug Really Worth the Hype?
A lot of people have been asking about a new European experiment called Flow Bone—and


What Happens When You Stop Bone Drugs? (+ What to Do)
What Happens When You Stop Bone Drugs? Bone-building medications often seem like a quick fix,

Vitamin K2 Showdown: MK-7 vs MK-4 — What’s Best for Your Bones?
If you’ve wandered into the MK-4 vs MK-7 debate, you’ve probably seen passionate opinions and

(Podcast)The Bone Health and Thyroid Connection
As featured on the Thyroid Healthy Bites Podcast with Jenny Mahar and guest Dr. Susan E. Brown,

5 Bone-Healthy Alkaline Protein Sources You’ll Love
Strong bones need more than calcium—they need protein too. These bone-healthy alkaline proteins

My biggest beefs with BMD testing
7 Problems with Bone Mineral Density (DEXA) Testing “Take your bone density test with a grain

How to Get 10 Grams of Protein with a Low Acid Load
Strong bones love protein—just keep the acid load in check. Protein Power—the Alkaline Way

3 Ways to Slow Aging (That Actually Work)
3 Ways to Slow Aging (and Strengthen Your Body in the Process) Could three simple habits

Top Exercises for Osteoporosis: Strengthen Your Bones Naturally
If you’re wondering which moves matter most for bones, here’s the short answer: strength training

The Surprising Connection Between Sound and Bone-Building Cells
What scientists have recently found out is that exposing stem cells to a particular frequency

Radiation Protection for Bones: Antioxidant Protocol Before CT Scans
CT scans save lives, but they also come with a hidden cost: radiation damage. Researchers now
The Best Magnesium for Osteoporosis: Why Magnesium Glycinate Alone Isn’t Enough
Magnesium is a bone-building powerhouse. More than half of your body’s magnesium resides in

Magnesium for Bone Health & Brain Function: The Overlooked Nutrient
Why Magnesium Deserves More Attention When we talk about strong bones, most people immediately

Osteoporosis Is Not Just About Bone—It’s About Your Whole Being
When we hear the word osteoporosis, most of us immediately think of fragile bones. But the

A Simple Plant-Based Protein Meal That Supports Bone Health
Did you know there are four powerful seeds that contain all nine essential amino acids—making

Diagnostic tests for causes of osteoporosis
I can’t help but draw attention to the fact that generally when a man is shown to have osteoporosis

The Real Risk Behind Fractures: Why Fall Prevention Matters More Than You Think
Let’s talk about falls and fractures. A recent study of over 3,000 veterans caught my eye—and

What Is the Best Doctor for Osteoporosis?
When it comes to bone health, knowing what is the best doctor for osteoporosis can make all


The wonders of you
“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other

Summer means time for vitamin D
With summer underway, it’s time to take advantage of the free vitamin D the sunshine offers.

Prolia for Bone Fractures — I’m Still Not Impressed
When the bone drug Prolia (denosumab) first came out in 2010, I took a hard look at it because

Trabecular Bone Score and the Quest to Predict Who Will Fracture
Each year 178 million new osteoporotic fractures occur worldwide. These fractures are painful,

Emotions and Bone Strength: Are the “Winds of Worry” Weakening Your Bones?
Ever wonder what we might be able to learn about bone health from our ancient ancestors? I

6 Tips for Weeding Your Mental Garden
I love gardening, working the soil, planting tiny seeds, and watching them grow. A few weeks

Menopause and sleep disturbances impact biological aging
Most of us know from experience that tossing and turning at night means feeling rotten the

Key Health Benefits of Walking on Earth
“The foot feels the foot when it feels the ground.” – The Buddha Now that the summer is in

Lowering C-reactive protein levels can protect your heart and bones
Did you know that heart disease and osteoporosis are closely linked — to such an extent that

Flow Bone: Is This New Bone Drug Really Worth the Hype?
A lot of people have been asking about a new European experiment called Flow Bone—and

What Happens When You Stop Bone Drugs? (+ What to Do)
What Happens When You Stop Bone Drugs? Bone-building medications often seem like a quick fix,

Prolia for Bone Fractures — I’m Still Not Impressed
When the bone drug Prolia (denosumab) first came out in 2010, I took a hard look at it because

Forteo®, Tymlos® and Evenity®: How Much Do They Really Reduce Fracture Risk?
The latest crop of recent bone drugs contains new anabolic drugs that enhance bone density. These

Forteo for osteoporosis — is this bone drug too good to be true?
Forteo™ (teriparatide) is a new and different drug on the scene as a treatment for osteoporosis.

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

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

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

Bone density measurements were never meant to be treatment guidelines
For years we have known that bone density does not itself predict fracture, yet how many men

What do I really think of osteoporosis drugs, anyway?
Those of you who read this blog and my articles regularly might think I’m against osteoporosis

The next big bone drug: big bang or little whimper? 5 questions to ask when evaluating bone building drugs
The next big new bone building drug has hit your doctor’s office. Impressive claims that the

A look at the latest bone drug, Evenity
In April 2019, the FDA approved romosozumab (Evenity), a new osteoporosis drug targeted at

New bone drug Tymlos — is it safe?
Another new bone drug — Tymlos (abaloparatide) — recently hit the market, approved by the FDA

A look at the bone drug raloxifene (Evista™)
Recently, Sarah came to my office reporting that her doctor wanted her to take the bone drug

Dear doctor, please treat me like a man
Our skeletons were meant to last a lifetime, so when they show signs of not living up to this

Bisphosphonates make bones weaker, not stronger
I’ve argued for years that bisphosphonates — the knee-jerk bone drugs recommended for those

Estrogen therapy isn’t an option for osteoporosis anymore
When the American College of Physicians (ACP) recently updated its guidelines for treating

Conflicting advice on bone drugs — what does the evidence say?
It’s no secret that I’m no fan of bone drugs in general. I’ve found the arguments for their

Strontium: bone drug or nutrient?
Quite frequently women write me to ask: What is strontium and why do you include it in your

New analysis looks at bone drug risks vs. benefits
Wouldn’t it be valuable if there was one study to answer the important questions about bone

Bisphosphonate bone drugs caught in compromising position
While you may not think to turn to The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism for

New warning reminds us bone drugs aren’t “magic pills”
It’s no secret that I encourage each of you to look for life-supporting ways to enhance bone

How big is the bang from osteoporosis drugs?
Answering the question “how big is the bang from osteoporosis drugs?” can be quite challenging.

A common-sense finding: vitamin D levels predict response to bone drugs
Over the last few weeks, two of my golfing buddies incidentally mentioned to me that their

FDA looking into bisphosphonate safety? Well it’s about time!
As I was heading to Maine for the weekend last Friday, two advisory panels of the Food and

Early New Year’s prediction: drug companies move into muscles
You’ve probably heard me say it before. Muscle and bone work as one single unit —when we build

Strange fractures with bisphosphonates
In a few weeks, I’ll be heading off to Toronto for the annual meeting of the American Society

ABC News report: Fosamax can cause needless fractures
I hate to say “I told you so,” but for years here at the Center for Better Bones,

Fosamax and breast cancer
Last December, many news outlets were reporting the latest finding to come from the 2002 Women’s

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Help with osteoporosis, osteopenia, fracture healing, and all your bone health concerns. Call 1-888-206-7119 to book your consult today.
I have helped thousands of motivated individuals take charge of their bone health and I can

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I have helped hundreds of motivated individuals with allergies and/or auto-immune problems

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The health and well being of our joints is often greatly influenced by diet, lifestyle, and

How I Can Help You
A personal consultation with me will help you achieve your health goals, specifically to build

My Approach Is Based on a Few Fundamentals:
I start by assessing your individual case so that I can develop a plan that fits your particular

Directions:
The Center for Better Bones is located in the Franklin Park section of East Syracuse between

Common questions
What if I live far away? Distance is no limitation. Dr. Brown conducts telephone consultations

Make your appointment
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Client testimonials
For more than two decades, I have helped thousands of individuals improve their well-being

Below you will find the list of topics that we will cover during your new client appointment:
Overview Evaluation Your health goals Your unique history Your current health issues and medication

New client intake forms
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Top Exercises for Osteoporosis: Strengthen Your Bones Naturally
If you’re wondering which moves matter most for bones, here’s the short answer: strength training

Key Health Benefits of Walking on Earth
“The foot feels the foot when it feels the ground.” – The Buddha Now that the summer is in

The Talk about Weighted Vests Continues: Why We Can’t Stop Raving about Weighted Vests
By Cameron Vazquez, MPH For many years now, we here at the Center for Better Bones — as well

Weighing In on Wearing Weights: How Weighted Vests and Weighted Belts Can Help You
Making the most of your exercise session The many benefits of using a weighted vest or belt

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

A Hopping Big Gain for Exercise Research: One-Legged Hopping Shown to Build Bone in Postmenopausal Women
It has been known since the 1800s that putting an unusual load on bone sends a signal for bone

How to increase spinal bone density with exercise
We need a strong back as we age — to maintain good posture, stay more functional, be able

Yoga and Osteoporosis: Groundbreaking study shows yoga can build bones
A groundbreaking clinical trial shows postmenopausal women with osteoporosis gained bone density

Strength training for osteoporosis: 2 hours a week improves bone density
We’ve heard over and over that one of the best ways to build bone is exercise. I can’t tell

Exercise and bone health — use them or lose them
How Does Exercise Improve Bone Health? I recently read a great quote by the Founding Director

How to reduce the risks of physical inactivity
With about 26% of the adult population sitting for more than eight hours a day the risks of

The Weighted Belt: A New Exercise Tool to Build Bone
The loading of bones through exercise and the use of external weights is well recognized to

Are high-tech gyms the future of strength training for building bone?
Can you imagine a gym session that begins with you lying down on the massage table? Well, this

Can swimming and water exercise really build bone?
People frequently ask me if swimming or other water exercise can help build or maintain bone

Osteoporosis and Exercise: The Better Bones, Better Body® Exercise Principles
It’s no secret that exercise helps strengthen thin, weak bones, even in people with osteoporosis.

So how did our client Cindi build so much bone?
Since we first published our blog on building bone density with serious weight lifting, we’ve

Ayurveda for osteoporosis — harnessing the body’s ancient wisdom
Exercise for building bone is a major focus for us in 2019, and one piece of information I

Muscle loss with aging — are you at risk for sarcopenia?
Have you noticed jars are harder to open, walking upstairs is more tiring and you can’t throw

Why You Should Strengthen Your Wrists
If you strengthen your wrists you may be helping yourself more than you think. Wrist fractures

Osteogenic loading — a key to reversing osteoporosis
Bone responds to certain levels of physical strain in a really interesting way — it gets stronger.

High-intensity resistance training offers amazing results
Become a Patron! One thing we know about bone is that it responds to increased weight load

Getting more by doing less with high-intensity, slow-motion weight training
Become a Patron! A few months ago, I spoke with Rick Berman, a certified personal trainer and

Hey Miranda, am I doing this hip-strengthening exercise correctly?
Become a Patron! Recently, I had the opportunity to spend some time with Miranda Esmonde-White,

Interval training — just 60 seconds to stronger bones!
Become a Patron! I’m a big believer that any step you take to improve your health, no matter

How much exercise is “enough” for bone health?
When I talk to some of my clients about exercise, I know a lot of them aren’t enthusiastic,

New research: Low-weight, high-repetition strength training builds bone
Become a Patron! Here’s good news for those of us who avoid rigorous high load strength training

Top questions about a weight vest for Better Bones
Using a weighted vest long term is just as effective as drug therapy in building bone mass,

Bone health risks of too much TV watching
I often hear people talking about “binge-watching” TV series like Orange Is the New Black

Is exercise enough for bone health?
Who else has spring fever and is ready to spend more time outdoors walking, gardening and just


The wonders of you
“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other

4 free tools for a healthy holiday
In my home, Thanksgiving involves the gathering of family and friends for a mega cooking event

Dr. Susan Brown’s 2022 Crystal Ball Predictions
Each year for the past decade, I’ve sifted through new research and thinking to foresee

Dr. Brown’s Crystal Ball Predictions 2021
What a year it’s been! Congratulations, we have survived it and hopefully are a bit stronger

Better Bones Staff Pick For Healthy Holiday Giving
When working for a nutrition company, one of our favorite water cooler conversations is about

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

10 Tips to Enhance Respiratory Wellness
Like many flu viruses, COVID-19 impacts the respiratory system and is defined as “severe acute

Dr. Brown’s Natural Approach to Osteoporosis and Bone Health
Just as every animal in the forest has perfect bone health, so the human skeleton was designed

Deep breathing for bone health
Ancient health practitioners in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine considered breath

10 Ayurvedic self care tips for winter
The ancient science of Ayurveda holds that health is maintained through balance, both within

Lessons from our latest retreat — why rest and rejeuvenation matter
Our Better Bones team recently flew back from our second Love Your Bones, Love Your Life Retreat in

Our Inspiring “Love Your Bones, Love Your Body Retreat”
Thoughts from the retreat – oh what fun, and what inspiration! We here at Better Bones

What’s good for the bones is good brain health
Not long ago, I spoke with Dr. Steven Masley, whose book The Better Brain Solution I found

2018: The Year of Deliberate Creation
On these long winter nights, my attention is often drawn inward. Cozying up to a blazing wood

An anti-inflammatory diet for healthy bones (video included)
Inflammation is one of Mother Nature’s powerful double-edged swords: We need it to clear way

The straight poop on fecal transplants
It’s so easy to think that our high-tech, modern culture means we understand the laws of nature

6 fall tips for better digestion
As the days get shorter and colder, I load my wood stove to keep myself warm. And I

5 tips to protect bone from toxic metal damage
No matter how we may try to eat “clean,” our food, water and environment bring us a serious

Research suggests parsley is one of the cancer-fighting foods
You’ve heard me say “better bones = better body” — but the reverse is also true! If

Forest bathing: Healing in nature
With Japan ranking #1 in life expectancy — while the U.S. ranks 34th — I am fascinated by Japanese

Top bone health blog topics you requested for 2016
A big thanks to each one of you in the Better Bones Blog community who took the time to complete

We want to hear from you! What do you want to hear about in 2016?
What will 2016 bring? When it comes to my Better Bones Blog, I would like YOU to help me find

Top 5 Better Bones blog posts of 2015
What a year! From the hazards of sitting, to the benefits of watching cat videos to

Why you should be excited about Functional Medicine
There’s an exciting change taking place in medicine that’s been a long time coming! Instead

Aging well: My 2-minute plan
With the start of every season, I’m reminded that with the passage of that season comes the

2015 New Year predictions for bone health
Once again it is time to polish up my crystal ball — and I see a year filled with bone health

New goals for the New Year
I find it interesting how some of our most meaningful activities begin with a simple thought,

How the study of bone health around the world led to a surprising new path to bone health
When I first started studying bone health years ago, I began to question the accuracy

Better bone health begins when you lighten your load
In our day-to-day routines, many of us habitually act in ways that have profound, long-term
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