Typical dose
3-6 mg daily
Rating
0.0/5
Oral
Oral safety: harmless
About this supplement
Boron is a trace mineral that plays a crucial role in bone growth and hormone regulation. It is involved in the metabolism of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, which are essential for maintaining healthy bones. Boron also influences the production of steroid hormones, including estrogen and testosterone, which are vital for various bodily functions.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 3-6 mg daily
- Suggested range
- 3-10 mg daily
Potential benefits
Benefits linked to this supplement form:
Things to watch for
Possible side effects linked to this form:
Health goals
Needs and goals this form may help with:
- Blood Pressure Wellness Longevity
- Circulation & Vascular Comfort Longevity
- Bone Density & Strength Longevity
- Healthy Aging & Cellular Vitality Longevity
- Sun Protection & Photoaging Care Longevity
- Appetite & Craving Control Metabolic & hormones
- Body Composition & Stubborn Weight Metabolic & hormones
- Thyroid & Metabolic Rate Metabolic & hormones
- Reproductive Hormone Balance Metabolic & hormones
- Blood Sugar Stability Metabolic & hormones
- Post-Meal Glucose Spikes Metabolic & hormones
- Menstrual Comfort & PMS Metabolic & hormones
- Perimenopause & Menopause Support Metabolic & hormones
- Topical Firming & Body Tone Metabolic & hormones
- Bone Health Support
- Hormonal Balance
Other forms of Boron
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Technical details â–¼
Chemical ID (CAS)
7440-42-8
Formula
B
Physical properties
Boron is a metalloid that appears as a brown-black powder or crystalline solid. It is insoluble in water but soluble in strong acids and bases.
How it’s made
Boron is typically obtained from borate minerals through mining and refining processes. It can also be synthesized in a laboratory setting.