The human body consists of 206 bones which are comprised of bone cells made up of various calcium compounds. Like skin, bones are constantly regenerating, absorbing calcium content nightly. When the bones become calcium deficient, osteoporosis may occur. Osteoporosis is the thinning and weakening of the bones, and usually happens later in life. Unfortunately, 44 million US men and women over the age of 50 suffer from this debilitating illness. Post-menopausal women are partic