glycine phosphate and glycine citrate are used in solubilizing carbonate salts of calcium and optionally zinc in water . stoichiometric proportions of these ingredients when added to water cause an effervescent reaction that results in an aqueous solution containing completely solubilized and bioavailable calcium phosphate , calcium hydrogen citrate , glycine and optionally , zinc citrate . the aqueous solution of this invention , after addition of suitable flavor , sweetener , acidulent , other nutritional and / or herbal ingredients can be added to the aqueous solvent . the resultant solvent provides a clear aqueous beverage including completely absorbable bone minerals for maintaining bone density and strength and to prevent osteoporosis . the beverage of the present invention can be used as a substitute for plain bottled water , sodas , and the like , and as a substitute for people who are allergic to milk .