Boron (as boron glycinate)

Boron is a trace element that is naturally present in many foods—fruits and fruit juices are excellent food sources. Boron is an essential plant nutrient, required for their growth and development. In animals, including humans, the exact physiological roles of boron are still being unraveled, but it is thought that it might provide beneficial support for healthy reproduction and embryonic development, calcium and magnesium metabolism, bone formation, brain function, joint health, liver function, energy metabolism, immune health, redox balance and the function of steroid hormones (including vitamin D) [1]. Boron supplementation seems to support the optimal absorption and retention of magnesium, possibly helping to support balanced magnesium levels [2–4]. We supply boron as boron glycinate: this is boron complexed with glycine to support its bioavailability. Glycine is a conditional amino acid. It is used in the brain as a neurotransmitter and throughout the body to make collagen [5].* 

TOP BENEFITS OF BORON GLYCINATE

Supports the optimal absorption and retention of magnesium*

Supports brain function*

Supports bone health*

Supports healthy steroid hormone metabolism*

Supports joint health*

QUALIA’S BORON GLYCINATE SOURCING

Boron Glycinate is a non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan ingredient.

BORON GLYCINATE FORMULATING PRINCIPLES AND RATIONALE

There’s no established recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for boron. Median adult dietary intake has been estimated to be between 0.87 to 1.35 mg/day [6]. The amount of boron in the diet can vary quite a bit, in large part because some locations in the world have soils with much less boron and other areas have more. Because of this, some people may get 1 mg or less a day from foods and water, and others may get 3 to 10 mg daily [7]. In human studies, boron has been supplemented in amounts that range from 2.5-10 mg per day. The most common amount supplemented has been 3 mg [8]. The amount of boron included in a Qualia formula will depend on the purpose of the product. In Qualia Mind, a 3 mg amount of boron is included to mirror an amount used in studies on cognitive function. In Qualia Magnesium a 1 mg amount is included to support healthy mineral balance [8].* 

BORON KEY MECHANISMS

Supports the optimal absorption and retention of magnesium* [2–4]

Supports the healthy retention of calcium* [3]

Supports brain function and cognitive performance [9,10] 

Supports healthy bones and joints* [7,11,12]

Supports healthy steroid hormone metabolism* [3,13]

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

REFERENCES

[1]NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Boron Fact Sheet for Health Professionals (n.d.).
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