Silicon is not present in the body in large amounts, yet is found in virtually every type of tissue in the body. Silicon is also called silica and is a natural substance while silicone is a man-made industrial polymer used in breast enlargement operations.
Silicon is used to keep bones, cartilage, tendons and artery walls healthy and may be beneficial in the treatment of allergies, heartburn and gum disease, as well as assisting the immune system. It is also required by the nails, hair and skin to stay in good condition and is useful in counteracting the effects of aluminum. Silicon levels drop as we age, and it might therefore be beneficial as an anti-aging component in our diets.
Although it can yet not be known for sure, it is thought that a deficiency may result in problems with teeth and bones as well as hardening of the arteries.
The Silicon is best used with Boron, calcium, magnesium, manganese and potassium are indicated as the best nutritional partners for this mineral.
Silicon can be found in onions, wheat, oats, millet, barley, rice, beetroot, alfalfa as well as leafy green vegetables and whole grains.