In childhood, we are taught that mineral calcium is the building block for strong teeth and bones. While we commonly think we out-grow this need, only now are we learning that our dependence on calcium increases over the years, particularly for women in their middle-age years. Women are said to experience rapid loss of bone mass during the first few years after menopause. This reduction of bone mass that is also associated with aging, is called osteoporosis.

Sardines can be rich source of calcium. (2000, July 16). The Philippine Star, p. 27.