Science Reveals Why Phytolithic Silicon is Vital for Humans & Animals
Plant sourced, Phytolithic Silicon, along with its complimentary array of trace or Micro Minerals, is rarely discussed as a vital nutrient. One hundred years ago Silicon used to be plentiful in all deep spring water, soils, fruits, and vegetables.
Silicon is vital for:
Today, our soils are depleted and we have no access to untreated, deep spring water. There are only a few places on the earth, called Blue Zones, where humans and animals still have access to deep spring water, rich in Silicon. People in these remote locations easily live to be 100 years old and do not suffer from the common illnesses of the rest of the world such as heart disease, arterial sclerosis, osteoporosis, premature aging of skin, and digestive disorders. When we, at EnviroMin, studied the best source of natural, plant sourced Silicon over 15 years ago, we found fresh water Phytoplankton to the be the richest by far. The benefits were clear and we set out to make it available to as many animals and humans as possible at very reasonable costs. You likely will not hear of large pharmaceutical companies talking about Silicon since they can't make huge profits with it. Beware of any company who claim to have patents on Silicon. They have just heated it, breaking it down, turning it into a liquid so they can charge more for it. Don't be fooled. Simple and natural is always better. (and cheaper too)
The research studies listed below are from highly respected clinics and Universities showing the importance of Silicon, especially Phytolithic or plant sourced Silicon. Click on the Research Links below to read the articles.
Silicon is vital for:
- Absorption of calcium and other minerals for healthy bone formation and strength.
- Arterial strength and elasticity
- Healthy hair, skin, and nails
- Absorption of other nutrients and digestive health
- Wound healing, healthy tissue, recovery from surgical procedures
- Endurance and longevity
Today, our soils are depleted and we have no access to untreated, deep spring water. There are only a few places on the earth, called Blue Zones, where humans and animals still have access to deep spring water, rich in Silicon. People in these remote locations easily live to be 100 years old and do not suffer from the common illnesses of the rest of the world such as heart disease, arterial sclerosis, osteoporosis, premature aging of skin, and digestive disorders. When we, at EnviroMin, studied the best source of natural, plant sourced Silicon over 15 years ago, we found fresh water Phytoplankton to the be the richest by far. The benefits were clear and we set out to make it available to as many animals and humans as possible at very reasonable costs. You likely will not hear of large pharmaceutical companies talking about Silicon since they can't make huge profits with it. Beware of any company who claim to have patents on Silicon. They have just heated it, breaking it down, turning it into a liquid so they can charge more for it. Don't be fooled. Simple and natural is always better. (and cheaper too)
The research studies listed below are from highly respected clinics and Universities showing the importance of Silicon, especially Phytolithic or plant sourced Silicon. Click on the Research Links below to read the articles.
Scientific Studies of Silicon and Associated Minerals
Silicon Effects on Immune Function and Wound Healing
United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, Grand Forks, North Dakota. Forrest H. Nielsen and Rhonda Poellot
Synopsis: Silicon has a biochemical function that can effect circulating and bone concentrations of matrix proteins and enzymes associated with bone formation. The effects of silicon enhance bone elasticity. Findings show that silicon influences the presence of cytokines in tissues and fluids other than bone, which would be the basis for silicon being beneficial to immune function and wound healing.
United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, Grand Forks, North Dakota. Forrest H. Nielsen and Rhonda Poellot
Synopsis: Silicon has a biochemical function that can effect circulating and bone concentrations of matrix proteins and enzymes associated with bone formation. The effects of silicon enhance bone elasticity. Findings show that silicon influences the presence of cytokines in tissues and fluids other than bone, which would be the basis for silicon being beneficial to immune function and wound healing.
Silicon and Equine Bone Health
Michigan State University, Dept. of Animal Science, B.D. Nielsen, Ph.D., K.E. Krick, M.S
Synopsis: Horses supplemented with silicon experienced fewer injuries and were able to train and race nearly twice the distance than those without silicon supplementation. Silicon is involved in the mineralization process of bone, playing a major role in the formation of the collagen matrix of bone and cartilage.
Michigan State University, Dept. of Animal Science, B.D. Nielsen, Ph.D., K.E. Krick, M.S
Synopsis: Horses supplemented with silicon experienced fewer injuries and were able to train and race nearly twice the distance than those without silicon supplementation. Silicon is involved in the mineralization process of bone, playing a major role in the formation of the collagen matrix of bone and cartilage.
Dietary Silicon Intake is Positively Associated With Bone Mineral Density
Ravin Jugdaosingh, et al, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research
Synopsis: The findings suggest that higher dietary silicon intake in men and younger women may have positive effects on skeletal health, especially cortical bone health that had not been previously recognized.
Ravin Jugdaosingh, et al, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research
Synopsis: The findings suggest that higher dietary silicon intake in men and younger women may have positive effects on skeletal health, especially cortical bone health that had not been previously recognized.
Dietary Silicon Intake and Absorption
St Thomas Hospital, London, the Jean Mayer US Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging,
Tufts University, Boston, the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, King’s College London, and the Harvard Medical School Division on Aging, HRCA Research and Training Institute, Boston. Ravin Jugdaohsingh, Simon HC Anderson, Katherine L Tucker, Hazel Elliott, Douglas P Kiel, Richard PH Thompson, and Jonathan J Powell From the Gastrointestinal Laboratory, The Rayne Institute,
Synopsis: Evidence that silicon plays a major role in bone formation.
St Thomas Hospital, London, the Jean Mayer US Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging,
Tufts University, Boston, the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, King’s College London, and the Harvard Medical School Division on Aging, HRCA Research and Training Institute, Boston. Ravin Jugdaohsingh, Simon HC Anderson, Katherine L Tucker, Hazel Elliott, Douglas P Kiel, Richard PH Thompson, and Jonathan J Powell From the Gastrointestinal Laboratory, The Rayne Institute,
Synopsis: Evidence that silicon plays a major role in bone formation.
The Anomaly of Silicon in Plant Biology
University of California at Davis, Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, Emanuel Epstein, Department of Land, Air and Water Resources
Synopsis: Silicon deprived plants are often weaker structurally, abnormal in growth, development, viability, and reproduction. These are more susceptible to stress, disease, and insects. Soils reveal that, despite common views, Silicon is indeed depleted. "Evidence is overwhelming that silicon should be included among the elements having a major bearing on plant life."
University of California at Davis, Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, Emanuel Epstein, Department of Land, Air and Water Resources
Synopsis: Silicon deprived plants are often weaker structurally, abnormal in growth, development, viability, and reproduction. These are more susceptible to stress, disease, and insects. Soils reveal that, despite common views, Silicon is indeed depleted. "Evidence is overwhelming that silicon should be included among the elements having a major bearing on plant life."