A mineral that may play a role in maintaining strong bones, affecting calcium and magnesium metabolism and proper membrane function.

	Boron As A Treatment "Boron is a trace mineral found in very low amounts in the earth's crust..." General Mineral Requirement The Condition "...More than 70% of other essential trace minerals such as manganese, boron, chromium and selenium also are lost..." Metabolic Diet Type The Condition "...Nutrients to De-emphasize: Potassium, Magnesium, Chromium, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Silicone, Boron, Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, C, D, Paba, biotin, and Folic acid..." Multiple Mineral Supplementation As A Treatment "...Trace minerals include boron, chromium, copper, germanium, iodine, iron, manganese, molybdenum selenium, silicon, sulfur, vanadium and zinc..." Multiple Vitamin Supplement As A Treatment "...for supplement selection ... The best multiple vitamins should contain a broad range of vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamins A, D, K, all of the B vitamins, and trace minerals, like boron, chromium, copper, iron, manganese, selenium, and zinc..." Osteoarthritis Recommendation Boron "...Newnham, PhD, DO, ND has demonstrated clear demographic evidence for the usefulness of boron in treating or preventing both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis..." Osteoporosis - Osteopenia Recommendation Copper "Trace minerals (zinc, copper, manganese, and boron) are required for strong bone formation..." Rheumatoid Arthritis Recommendation Boron "There is increasing evidence that boron is an essential trace element for both man and animal..."

Last updated: May 10, 2007