The Bone Remodeling Cycle
A common misperception about the characteristics of bone is that it is hard, chalky material. In fact, bone is a living tissue that is continually being broken down and rebuilt- a process call remodeling. This process depends on the actions of the osteoclast and osteoblast within the bone matrix to keep the bone structure healthy and strong.
The actions of the osteoclast have a signaling effect on the osteoblast, which then build new bone. Many common pharmaceuticals target the action of the osteoclast in an attempt to slow down the rate of bone loss, but this slows the actions of the osteoblast and prohibits new bone construction. Healthy bones depend on this natural process and it is important to support bone remodeling in order to build and protect your bones.