Silicon

Discusses the function of orthosilicic acid, a form of an active silicon in the body. Importance of the biologically active silicon to the strength and integrity of the support tissues in the bo...
Database: Alt HealthWatch

Focuses on the role of silicon on bone formation. Stimulatory effect of silicon on bone formation in the human body; Association of dietary silicon with greater bone mineral density; Component o...

ONE OF NATURE'S BEST-KEPT SECRETS

Hardening of the arteries? Osteoporosis? Alzheimer's disease? Brittle fingernails and hair? Loss of skin elasticity? The ultra-trace element, silicon, may be the answer.

You've heard about vitamins, enzymes and minerals. But what do you know about ultra-trace elements, such as boron, tin, selenium, vanadium, and silicon? These elements are needed in only very minute quantities.

The article discusses the significance of silicon which enhances hair, nails, skin and bones for it stimulates the production of collagen. Collagen injections are used as fillers in cosmetic trea...