“My Doctor Said I’d Break a Hip and Die.” But Bernadette had another idea…

Updated: May 26, 2025

Bernadette Interview

Bernadette had always been the strong one. 

The caretaker. The survivor. The woman everyone turned to when things got tough.

But all that strength seemed to vanish the day her doctor gave her the news: “You have the bones of a 90-year-old. If you don’t start treatment immediately, you’ll break a hip—and likely die.”

So at just 60 years old, her panicked doctors told her to “start the infusions—now!”

But Bernadette wasn’t your average patient.

She’d already beaten aggressive breast cancer. She’d survived thyroid surgery.

She’d spent ten years lovingly nursing her  husband through a difficult illness. So she knew what it meant to suffer. And she wasn’t about to hand over her health to a ‘treatment’ with a list of side effects longer than the small print on a cell phone contract.

So she did what any fiercely independent, battle-tested woman would do:

She took matters into her own hands. Bernadette sat down at her computer and did her homework. She studied bone cells. She learned the names: Osteoclasts. Osteoblasts. She wanted answers—not bandaids. And that’s when she found AlgaeCal.

“I saw that it was plant-based and had all the nutrients I needed to increase my bone density. Honestly, I saw AlgaeCal as a divine gift that was waiting to be opened—and I wasn’t about to refuse it.

But her doctors weren’t thrilled.

“They told me I was signing my death warrant,” Bernadette said. “But I said, it’s my body, my choice.”

So she committed. Two capsules in the morning. Two at night. And when we launched AlgaeCal Collagen last year, she added that to her routine too. And little by little, things started to shift.

Her DEXA scan began to climb. Her energy improved. And the fear that once ruled her every move? Gone.

“When I started, my T-score was minus 4.34. Now it’s minus 3.0. My doctor actually jumped out of his chair and hugged me!”

At 73, Bernadette now lifts 70 lbs in the gym. She’s dancing, reading, cooking healthy meals, and blasting music—just because it makes her feel alive. Her scoliosis has dropped from 50 degrees to 25. She no longer needs surgery for a prolapse. And for the first time in decades, she’s not planning her funeral—she’s planning her future.

“I’m aging backwards,” she says with a smile. “I feel better now than I did in my 50s.”

And the best part? She’s not afraid of fractures anymore. Bernadette walks tall, dances freely, and encourages others to take their health into their own hands.

“AlgaeCal gave me my structure back—physically and emotionally. It’s not just about stronger bones. It’s about feeling alive again.

Want to see more? Click the video below to watch Bernadette’s story

Bernadette’s story is inspiring. But it’s not unique. Because the truth is…

Bone loss is something that touches all of us sooner or later.

It’s not a sign you’re weak. It’s not a sign you’ve failed. It’s simply part of how the body changes with time.

But here’s the good news:

What age takes away… the right nutrients can help give back.

Let’s talk about how.

When you’re young, your bones are packed with minerals. These minerals are what make your bones strong.

But starting around age 40, you begin to lose these minerals at a rate of about 1% per year. At first, it’s barely noticeable. But year after year, the losses add up. And slowly… silently… your bones grow weaker.

In fact, by the time most women emerge from menopause, they’ve lost around 20% of the minerals in their bones.

Imagine a house missing 20% of its support beams! Scary, right?

Doctors call this low bone mineral density. You might not feel it happening.
But the danger is real. And left unchecked, it can steal your strength, your independence—and your future.

But here’s the good news…

What Age Takes Away, AlgaeCal Helps Give Back

Because while bone loss is normal with age, it’s not irreversible.

In fact, a breakthrough study published in The Journal of the American College of Nutrition followed 172 AlgaeCal users over 7 years. Each person was given a DEXA bone scan at the beginning and end of the study.

And the results were extraordinary:

Instead of losing bone like everyone else their age… They gained it.

On average, participants increased their bone mineral density by 7.3%.

That might not sound like much. But consider this:

The average person loses 1% of their bone density every year after age 40.
That’s a 7% loss over 7 years.

But with AlgaeCal?

Instead of losing 7%. You gain 7%.

That’s a 14% swing. It’s like turning the clock back 14 years on your bone health.

And the best part? You don’t have to wait 7 years to see it happen. Studies show most people start seeing improvements within just 6 months.

And the truly amazing thing?

Bone Builder Pack

We guarantee your bone density will increase.

That’s right. If your next DEXA scan doesn’t show improvement within 6 months, you’ll get every penny back—no questions asked.

Because you shouldn’t have to cross your fingers and ‘hope’ that your calcium supplement is working. Your bone health is too important for that! You deserve results. So click the button below to see the same clinically supported solution that gave Bernadette her life back. And remember, there’s no risk. You either get stronger bones in 6 months––or your money back.

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  1. Charlotte Pollock

    May 26, 2025 , 10:42 am

    I just started taking yours , I was just told I was in critical condition intent hips, 3.9 , and wants me to take the shot every 6 months , I have been nervous to take it , side effects and does it really help ,

  2. Yoori AlgaeCal

    May 26, 2025 , 2:55 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing, Charlotte. I know it can be a shock for someone to be diagnosed with bone loss

    It’s great to hear that you’ve started your bone health journey with AlgaeCal. Many people in similar situations have used our program as a safe and effective way to support their bones — even when facing very low bone density. We’ve helped thousands of women and men enjoy life without the fear of fractures, and we’re confident we’ll do the same for you! 🙂

    If you have any questions along your bone-health journey, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our Bone Health Consultants are always here for you at 1-800-820-0184 (US & Canada Toll-Free)
    – Yoori

  3. Charlotte Pollock

    May 26, 2025 , 10:42 am

    So we’ll see hopefully yours helps me

  4. Yoori AlgaeCal

    May 26, 2025 , 2:56 pm

    Thank you for choosing AlgaeCal, Charlotte! You may have noticed I replied to your last comment. Feel free to let us know if you have any questions. 🙂
    – Yoori

  5. Barbara Gleason

    June 1, 2025 , 8:05 am

    AlgaeCal has helped me improve my osteoporosis numbers: and I no longer have osteoporosis! My numbers improved and I’m still working to improve my bones even more!

  6. Barbara Gleason

    June 1, 2025 , 8:05 am

    AlgaeCal has helped me improve my osteoporosis numbers: and I no longer have osteoporosis! My numbers improved and I’m still working to improve my bones even more!

  7. Wisteria

    May 26, 2025 , 7:56 pm

    The improvements people get is amazing.
    I want to feel better and the algaeCal may be the
    right thing. I have reduced my storntium intake to 300mg every other nightfor a year or so
    and since then do not feel great
    SO I may switch…Can one take a higher dose like 650 daily and for how long?
    I am 75

  8. Yoori AlgaeCal

    May 27, 2025 , 4:38 pm

    Thank you for reaching out, Wisteria. It’s wonderful to hear that you’re open to making changes to support your bone health — and we’re here for you every step of the way. 🙂

    Wisteria, each daily serving (2 capsules) of Strontium Boost contains 680 mg of Strontium Citrate, which is the clinically supported amount shown to be both safe and effective. We recommend taking the full daily dosage of Strontium Boost alongside AlgaeCal until you’ve reached normal bone density in all areas measured. Once you’ve reached that milestone, you can continue with AlgaeCal Plus alone for ongoing maintenance.

    As a side note, while many of our customers tell us they feel better after starting the AlgaeCal program, it’s important to remember that we can’t physically feel changes in our bones. The most reliable way to track your progress is with a follow-up DEXA scan.

    I hope this helps! Please feel free to give us a call at 1-800-820-0184 (US & Canada Toll-free) or email [email protected] for any additional questions! — we’d be happy to support you! 🙂
    – Yoori

  9. Sarah Peck

    May 27, 2025 , 8:33 am

    Listening to Bernadette gives me hope. Being a retired nurse, I too-have many of the illnesses she had, from allergic reactions to meds, Medical bone medication for two years, thyroid medicine for 40+ years, along with infusion suggesting doctors that are very upset with me for not doing it. I would love to chat with Bernadette someday, and share our stories. I am currently 69 years old and pray AlgaeCal can bring me back to life. Please feel free to give her my email address.

  10. Yoori AlgaeCal

    May 27, 2025 , 6:46 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing your story, Sarah. We’re truly touched to hear that Bernadette’s journey gives you hope—and it sounds like you’ve been through so much with incredible resilience.

    While we don’t typically facilitate direct connections between our community members, please know you’re part of a community filled with people who understand and support one another. If you are on Facebook, I encourage you to join the AlgaeCal Community Facebook Group HERE. You’ll be surrounded by like-minded people, strong women and men from all over the world—who are all on the bone-building journey together! Here, you can ask questions, educate yourself, and support each other. 🙂

    We’d be honored to support you on your own bone health journey, Sarah, and we’re here if you ever have questions or just need someone to talk to. Please feel free to give us a call at 1-800-820-0184 (US & Canada Toll-free) or email [email protected] for personalized support!

    Wishing you strength and continued healing, and we hope AlgaeCal brings you the support you’re looking for.

    – Yoori

This article features advice based on cutting-edge research from our industry experts to give you the best possible information to support your bone-building journey.

Lara Pizzorno
MDiv, MA, LMT - Best-selling author of Healthy Bones Healthy You! and Your Bones; Editor of Longevity Medicine Review, and Senior Medical Editor for Integrative Medicine Advisors.,
Dr. Liz Lipski
PhD, CNS, FACN, IFMP, BCHN, LDN - Professor and Director of Academic Development, Nutrition programs in Clinical Nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health.,
Dr. Emma Gasinski
PT, DPT, RYT - Physical therapist and certified yoga teacher with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals,
Dr. Lawrence (Larry) A. May
MD, FACP, Harvard Medical School Graduate, Physician, Author, Public Speaker - Doctor of Internal Medicine at Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center and author of several articles and books, including the widely utilized and best selling medical textbook Primary Care Medicine,