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Bor
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Last reviewed: 06.07.2025
Boron is a little-studied microelement, so much so that even its daily dose is unknown. But boron is very useful for the body. Bone tissue cannot do without boron, and not only in humans, but also in animals.
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Properties of Boron
Cell membranes cannot do without this microelement, and boron actively participates in the formation of bones. Boron also actively participates in the formation of many enzymes in the body and reactions of the body. For those suffering from thyrotoxicosis, boron is a real gift, since this disease significantly weakens its grip if there is enough boron in the body.
Boron helps the body cope with insulin resistance, that is, its non-acceptance. Thanks to boron, the level of sugar in the blood decreases.
If the body lacks boron, the body grows very poorly; if the body has enough boron, a person's life expectancy increases.
Boron deficiency
- If there is not enough boron in the body, the growth of bones and muscles is delayed, and organs cannot perform their functions to the required extent.
- With a boron deficiency, bones can become deformed and the skeletal system does not perform its role.
- The risk of developing diabetes increases
- Appetite decreases
- A person may experience vomiting, diarrhea, nausea.
- The skin tells about a lack of boron very clearly: it begins to peel, pigment spots and rashes appear on it, this condition is called boron psoriasis.
- Anemia, low hemoglobin
- Inattention, absentmindedness
- Bad sleep
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What foods are high in boron?
- This is apricot - 1050 mcg
- This is buckwheat - 730 mcg
- This is peas - 670 mcg
- This is lentils - 610 mcg
- This is barley groats - 290 mcg
- This is beetroot - 280 mcg
- This is oatmeal - 274 mcg
- This is corn - 270 mcg
- This is lemon - 175 mcg
Boron is essential for a person to feel good, so don't neglect this micronutrient in natural foods and in vitamin and mineral supplements.
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