My T score was -2.8 before going on Forteo. In the two years that I tried to improve naturally, I went from -2.8 to -3.2 at which point I knew I had to go on meds. The first year I was on Forteo, my density reverted to -2.8. Interestingly, the second year I was on the drug, my density declined to -2.9. Had I gone on Forteo initially, my scores likely would have dropped into the osteopenia range but now I'm playing catch up. After Forteo, I decided upon HRT as the best option for maintenance. I decided on those two meds as the most "natural" approach to bone-building and maintenance as they are hormones that the body recognizes. I have not been on any other meds though I have to remain open. It has been a few years and the HRT has provided stability with even a slight gain at my last reading though you have to take that with a grain of salt as arthritis shows up as gain in bone density so it might possibly be that. There is no way of knowing for sure. I am overdue for a dexa and am a little concerned due to the stress of the last few years. I'm sure my cortisol was super high through it all and that's not good the bones! In the meantime, I do everything possible that is in my control as there is so much that is out of our control!
Yes, I am familiar with McCormick. Read his book years ago. Also Lani Simpson.
May I ask what your T scores are and what your journey has been?