Silicon

Silicon

The main function that silicon performs in the body is to keep the musculoskeletal system flexible and normalize lipid metabolism.In addition, silicon: 1 Helps the body becomes less susceptible to infectious and viral diseases, 2 Accelerates the movement of nerve impulses, 3 Significantly reduces the risk of atherosclerosis, 4 Removes fat from lipid cells, 5 Promotes bone mineralization, strengthens bone tissue, 6 Detoxifies the body of heavy metals, 7 Helps the body fully absorb nutrients (Ca, P, S, Mg, K, Na, Fe), 8 Stimulates the natural production of collagen and elastin..

Signs of Silicon deficiency

This element is quite common in nature, and therefore its deficiency in the body is extremely rare.Symptoms of deficiency: 1 Increased bone fragility; 2 Brittle nails, thinning hair; 3 Dental problems; 4 Reduced appetite, appearance of GI disorders; 5 The appearance of pronounced meteodependence; 6 Deterioration in mental health..

Signs of Silicon excess

Regular inhalation of dust with high concentrations of silicon dioxide, as well as uncontrolled use of products rich in this element, can cause the following symptoms: 1 Pronounced shortness of breath even at the slightest movement; 2 Unreasonable irritability, followed by apathy; 3 Inflammations in the gastrointestinal tract; 4 Loss of elasticity of connective tissue; 5 Loss of hair and damage to its structure; 6 An agonizing dry cough; 7 A decrease in work capacity..

Main sources of Silicon in nutrition

Sources: strawberries, pineapple, chickpeas, peanuts, banana, beets, figs.

Daily requirement of Silicon

Infants
0-3 mo. mcg
5-7 mo. mcg
8-12 mo. mcg
Children
1-3 yr2 mg
3-7 yr2 mg
7-11 yr2 mg
Men
11-14 yr30 mg
14-18 yr30 mg
>19 yr50 mg
Women
11-14 yr30 mg
14-18 yr30 mg
>19 yr50 mg