Boron

DRI (RDA or AI for Adults)

• None

Adult Maintenance - Therapeutic Range

• 1 - 5 mg

Major Sources (Current food data values for boron are incomplete.)

• Found in fresh fruits and vegetables, and nuts.

Non-Therapeutic Importance

• Influences macromineral metabolism; works with vitamin D and magnesium for adequate bone growth and development; may increase estrogen levels.

Deficiency Symptoms

• Unknown

Increased Risk for Deficiency

• Unknown

Possible Therapeutic Applications

CONSULT WITH A HEALTH PROFESSIONAL FIRST: HIGH DOSAGE NOTE: Consult first with your physician if you are on hormone-replacement therapy. Supplementation may prevent, correct deficiencies caused by, or be helpful with, the following conditions:

• Aging
• Menopause
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Last modified: 01/09/08