Evidence supporting the use of: Boron
For the health condition: Calcium Deficiency
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Boron is a trace mineral that has been studied for its role in bone health, particularly as it relates to calcium and magnesium metabolism. While boron deficiency is rare, research indicates that boron can influence the metabolism of minerals involved in bone growth, including calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D. Several small studies have shown that boron supplementation may reduce urinary calcium excretion and increase serum levels of 17-beta estradiol and vitamin D, which are hormones and nutrients important for bone health. This effect may be particularly relevant in postmenopausal women, where hormonal shifts can increase the risk of osteoporosis and calcium loss.
However, the direct use of boron as a treatment for calcium deficiency is not well established in the clinical literature. Most evidence comes from animal studies, small clinical trials, or observational research, and there is not yet a consensus in the medical community regarding boron supplementation as a front-line therapy for calcium deficiency. Instead, boron's role is generally described as supportive, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of calcium and vitamin D in the body rather than replacing them or correcting deficiency directly. Thus, while there is some scientific rationale and early evidence supporting boron's role in bone and mineral metabolism, the strength of evidence remains modest, and boron is not a primary or standard treatment for calcium deficiency.
Other health conditions supported by boron
ArthritisCalcium Deficiency
Inflammation
Osteoporosis
Testosterone (low)
Wounds and Sores
