Boron (boron )
Synopsis of boron
Boron is a trace mineral and micronutrient naturally found in soil, water, fruits, vegetables, and nuts, with emerging importance in bone health, hormone regulation, and cognitive function. Although not officially classified as “essential” for humans, accumulating research shows that boron plays supportive roles in metabolism, particularly involving calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, and sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone.
Key health benefits of boron include:
- Supporting bone density and joint health by enhancing calcium and magnesium utilization and reducing bone loss
- Modulating hormones, especially in older adults—may help maintain healthy levels of testosterone and estrogen
- Reducing inflammation and improving symptoms in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Enhancing cognitive function and brain clarity, possibly through effects on brain electrical activity and nutrient transport
- Aiding wound healing and immune function
- Potentially supporting nutrient absorption and reducing urinary loss of essential minerals
Boron is commonly consumed as boron citrate, boron glycinate, or borax-derived supplements, with doses typically ranging from 1–6 mg per day in supplements.
Historical Use:
While boron in its isolated form is a modern discovery, boron-rich plants and waters have long been used in traditional healing practices. Ancient cultures in Mesopotamia and Egypt utilized natural borate-containing compounds for preserving food, treating wounds, and purifying the skin. In Ayurveda, boron-rich herbal preparations and minerals were used to strengthen joints, bones, and reproductive vitality.
In the 20th century, boron began to gain attention in nutritional and orthopedic research, particularly after studies in the 1980s linked low boron intake to increased calcium excretion and bone demineralization. Additional studies have explored its role in arthritis management and hormonal balance, especially in postmenopausal women and aging men.
Today, boron is included in bone support formulas, cognitive supplements, and natural hormone balance products, often in combination with magnesium, calcium, vitamin D3, or zinc. It is also under investigation for broader applications in immune modulation, endocrine health, and age-related cognitive decline, reinforcing its emerging reputation as a multifunctional trace mineral in integrative health.
Boron is used for these health conditions
Arthritis (Scientific)
Calcium Deficiency (Scientific)
Inflammation (Scientific)
Osteoporosis (Scientific)
Testosterone (low) (Scientific)
Wounds and Sores (Traditional)
boron is used to support these body systems
Joints (Scientific)
Male Reproductive System (Scientific)
Prostate (Scientific)
Skeletal System (Bones) (Scientific)
Testosterone (Scientific)
