Bor

Bor

Boron is a micronutrient essential for humans.It supports normal functioning of endocrine glands; promotes the absorption of zinc, vitamin D and excretion of copper; favorable effect on growth (in childhood); participates in metabolic processes; strengthens the bone system, muscles; improves the functioning of the nervous system, increases brain activity.

Signs of Bor deficiency

A deficiency is extremely rare because its concentration in the blood is almost always unchanged.This is due to the fact that the amount of incoming boron is clearly regulated by the body, and the excess is excreted with urine.Symptoms of deficiency: 1 Decreased immunity; 2 Loose nails, split hair; 3 Joint pain, increased bone fragility (mostly teeth); 4 Slow wound healing; 5 Increased sleepiness, even after good rest; 6 Lack of vitality; 7 Reduced mental alertness; 8 Scattered attention..

Signs of Bor excess

Symptoms of overdose: 1 Decreased appetite, which may be accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea; 2 Severe loss of hair; 3 Signs of dehydration; 4 Headaches of various kinds; 5 The appearance of areas of peeling on the skin, itching red rashes; 6 Heightened anxiety, agitation..

Main sources of Bor in nutrition

Sources: raisins (up to 2,200 mcg/100 g), fruit and vegetable crops, red wine and cider, soybeans (750 mcg/100 g), meat/dairy/fish products.

Daily requirement of Bor

Infants
0-3 mo. mcg
5-7 mo. mcg
8-12 mo. mcg
Children
1-3 yr500 mcg
3-7 yr500 mcg
7-11 yr500 mcg
Men
11-14 yr2.5 mg
14-18 yr2.5 mg
>19 yr3 mg
Women
11-14 yr2.5 mg
14-18 yr2.5 mg
>19 yr3 mg