BioSil
Silicon is an essential trace element required for the normal growth, development, and integrity of hair, skin, nails, mucous membranes, arteries, bones, cartilage and connective tissue. Silicon is also involved in collagen formation, the fibrous protein matrix that provides support for tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bones (151-161). The best-documented function of silicon is its action in facilitating bone mineralization (151,154,156,162). While silicon is exceptionally well tolerated at high doses, scientists currently estimate the human requirement for silicon to be from 5 to 20 mg per day.
Silicon supplementation is useful for:
* Bones: Silicon helps maintain bone density and strength by facilitating the deposit of calcium and other minerals into bone tissue (151,154,156,162,163)
* Joints: Silicon is vital for cartilage development and the integrity of joints and ligaments (155,156)
* Cardiovascular health: Silicon is essential for the strength and integrity of the arteries (158,159)
* Dietary silica modifies the characteristics of endothelial relaxants and attenuates smooth muscle cell responsiveness to NO (nitric oxide) in rat aorta (160)
* Nails: Silicon helps nails grow faster and harder (164). Hair: Silicon helps hair grow thicker and stronger (164,165)
References
151. J Bone Miner Res. 2004 Feb;19(2):297-307.
152. Occup Ther Int. 2002;9(2):121-30.
153. J Nutr Health Aging. 2002;6(2):154-62.
154. Am J Clin Nutr. 2002 May;75(5):887-93.
155. FASEB J. 1991 Sep;5(12):2661-7.
156. Sci Total Environ. 1988 Jul 1;73(1-2):95-106.
157. Nutr Rev. 1982 Jul;40(7):193-8.
158. Biol Trace Elem Res. 1991 Dec;31(3):235-47.
159. Atherosclerosis. 1979 Aug;33(4):397-408.
160. Endothelium 2006 Jan-Feb;13(1):17-23.
161. Lancet. 1977 Feb 26;1(8009):454-7.
162. Calcif Tissue Int. 2000 Jan;66(1):53-5.153.
163. Calcif Tissue Int. 2006 Apr;78(4):227-32.
164. Silica. 95 Dec; 57(12):30-1
165. Arch Dermatol Res. 2007 Dec;299(10):499-505.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 5 drops (0.25 ml)
Servings Per Container about 120
Amount Per Serving
Silicon (as Choline-Stabilized Orthosilicic Acid) (ch-OSA®) 5 mg
Choline (as ch-OSA) 100 mg
Other ingredients: glycerol, purified water.
This product does not contain soy, dairy, egg, corn, wheat, gluten, fish/shellfish, nuts/tree nuts.
Choline-Stabilized Orthosilicic Acid (ch-OSA®) and BioSil™ are trademarks of and manufactured by Bio Minerals n.v., Belgium.
Dosage and Use
For SKIN, HAIR, and NAILS:
Take 5 drops, two times per day.
Mix in 1/4 cup of fluid (preferably juice) and drink immediately.
For HEALTHY BONES:
Take 6 drops, once a day.
Mix in 1/4 cup of fluid (preferably juice) and drink immediately.
Caution
Consult your healthcare professional prior to use if you have or suspect a medical condition, are taking prescription drugs, or are pregnant of lactating.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not exceed recommended dose.
Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
If you have a bad reaction to product discontinue use immediately.
When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
Silicon supplementation is useful for:
* Bones: Silicon helps maintain bone density and strength by facilitating the deposit of calcium and other minerals into bone tissue (151,154,156,162,163)
* Joints: Silicon is vital for cartilage development and the integrity of joints and ligaments (155,156)
* Cardiovascular health: Silicon is essential for the strength and integrity of the arteries (158,159)
* Dietary silica modifies the characteristics of endothelial relaxants and attenuates smooth muscle cell responsiveness to NO (nitric oxide) in rat aorta (160)
* Nails: Silicon helps nails grow faster and harder (164). Hair: Silicon helps hair grow thicker and stronger (164,165)
References
151. J Bone Miner Res. 2004 Feb;19(2):297-307.
152. Occup Ther Int. 2002;9(2):121-30.
153. J Nutr Health Aging. 2002;6(2):154-62.
154. Am J Clin Nutr. 2002 May;75(5):887-93.
155. FASEB J. 1991 Sep;5(12):2661-7.
156. Sci Total Environ. 1988 Jul 1;73(1-2):95-106.
157. Nutr Rev. 1982 Jul;40(7):193-8.
158. Biol Trace Elem Res. 1991 Dec;31(3):235-47.
159. Atherosclerosis. 1979 Aug;33(4):397-408.
160. Endothelium 2006 Jan-Feb;13(1):17-23.
161. Lancet. 1977 Feb 26;1(8009):454-7.
162. Calcif Tissue Int. 2000 Jan;66(1):53-5.153.
163. Calcif Tissue Int. 2006 Apr;78(4):227-32.
164. Silica. 95 Dec; 57(12):30-1
165. Arch Dermatol Res. 2007 Dec;299(10):499-505.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 5 drops (0.25 ml)
Servings Per Container about 120
Amount Per Serving
Silicon (as Choline-Stabilized Orthosilicic Acid) (ch-OSA®) 5 mg
Choline (as ch-OSA) 100 mg
Other ingredients: glycerol, purified water.
This product does not contain soy, dairy, egg, corn, wheat, gluten, fish/shellfish, nuts/tree nuts.
Choline-Stabilized Orthosilicic Acid (ch-OSA®) and BioSil™ are trademarks of and manufactured by Bio Minerals n.v., Belgium.
Dosage and Use
For SKIN, HAIR, and NAILS:
Take 5 drops, two times per day.
Mix in 1/4 cup of fluid (preferably juice) and drink immediately.
For HEALTHY BONES:
Take 6 drops, once a day.
Mix in 1/4 cup of fluid (preferably juice) and drink immediately.
Caution
Consult your healthcare professional prior to use if you have or suspect a medical condition, are taking prescription drugs, or are pregnant of lactating.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not exceed recommended dose.
Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
If you have a bad reaction to product discontinue use immediately.
When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
