Bones

Silica is essential to collagen formation and bone calcification in tissue (Bone mineralization). Eisinger and Clairet (1993) demonstrated that a Silica Food Supplement can increase femoral bone density (the bone between the hip and knee). A recent study has shown that silica by giving a Silica supplement the concentration of calcium in the blood serum correlates positively with the concentration of Silica in the same. In this particular study research also established that a lower Silica content in the blood serum was connected to a lower calcium concentration in the same thus causing weaker bones.

Joints

Silica plays an essential part in the development and maintenance of joint cartilage as a means of guaranteeing joint and ligament integrity.

If we do not assimilate enough Silica from our diet then joint development is likely to be affected.

Joints may be stunted or malformed and the overall volume of the joint cartilage is reduced.


Cardiovascular Functions

Silica can help to maintain the resistance, strength and integrity of the tunica intima, the innermost layer of an artery.

A healthy cardiovascular system needs Silica to make elastin, a tissue forming part of the inner layer of arteries and capillaries. Unhealthy arteries are often caused by a lack of Silica.

Tendons and Ligaments

Connective tissue is composed of cells which produce the fibrous protein matrixes of collagen and elastin, as well as the hydrated (water retaining) network of amino-sugars called glycosaminoglycans or muco- polysaccharides.
Silica is believed to stabilize the glycosaminoglycan network.

Others

Silica may possibly have a positive effect on the following:

  • Aging Disorders
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Capillary Strength
  • Dental Health
  • Immune System Health
  • Internal Cosmetic
  • Mineral Deficiency (RDI=5-20mg/day)
  • Osteomalacia Prevention