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INFORMATION ON BORON
Boron is an essential trace mineral that influences mineral metabolism, hormone signaling, and inflammatory pathways. Although required in small amounts, it plays an outsized role in bone health, endocrine function, and cognitive performance.
Functions:
- Enhances calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus utilization
- Regulates vitamin D activation and half-life
- Modulates steroid hormones (testosterone, estrogen)
- Supports bone matrix integrity and reduces bone turnover
- Influences inflammatory mediators and oxidative stress
- May support cognitive processing speed and attention
POPULAR USE & PUBLISHED BENEFITS bbbb
Boron is commonly used to support:
- Bone strength and mineral metabolism
- Healthy joints and inflammatory balance
- Testosterone, estrogen, and vitamin D activity
- Cognitive function and brain performance
- Magnesium and calcium retention
- Menopausal comfort and hormonal balance
WHOLE FOODS
Plant-Based Sources:
- Dried fruits (prunes, raisins, apricots)
- Avocados, apples, pears, grapes
- Nuts (almonds, walnuts, peanuts)
- Legumes (chickpeas, lentils)
- Leafy greens, broccoli
- Whole grains
(Animal foods are generally low in boron; intake reflects soil content of plant foods.)
RECOMMENDED USE
- Vitamin D3: Boron enhances vitamin D activity and retention
- Magnesium: Improves mineral balance and bone outcomes
- Calcium: Works with boron in bone mineralization
- Vitamin K2: Complements skeletal and cardiovascular benefits
- Zinc: Supports complementary hormone regulation
Typical Dosages:
- Dietary intake (typical): 1–3 mg/day
- Functional support (bone, joints, hormones): 3–6 mg/day
- Therapeutic use (menopause, arthritis, testosterone support): 6–10 mg/day
- Tolerable upper intake level (UL): 20 mg/day (adults)
- Generally well tolerated at nutritional doses
- High intakes (>10–20 mg/day) may cause nausea, GI discomfort, headache
- Avoid excessive supplementation during pregnancy unless supervised
- Use caution in individuals with kidney disease due to reduced mineral clearance
- Not recommended for children at supplemental doses unless clinically indicated
BORON
- NIH Fact Sheet on Boron: ods.od.nih.gov
- Nielsen FH. J Trace Elem Med Biol (2014) – Boron in human health
- Nielsen FH, Meacham SL. Biol Trace Elem Res (2011) – Boron and bone/hormone interactions
- Naghii MR et al. J Trace Elem Med Biol (2011) – Boron supplementation and testosterone