Firm connective tissue is the key to healthy, younger looking skin, as well as stronger hair and nails.
And perhaps no natural substance is more important to strengthening connective tissue than the mineral
silica and its key component silicon. That's because silica has the unique ability to bind moisture in our cells.
In fact, silica can bind 300 times its weight in water, giving moisture to cells to help maintain elasticity and prevent wrinkles.
It's everywhere
We don't need to look any further than nature to understand silica's importance. Next to oxygen, it's the most prevalent element on earth, making up more than 75% of the planet's mantle and crust.
It gives structure to all living things. In the human body it is found in the lungs, intestines and blood; and it gives strength to hair, skin, nails, tendons and ligaments.
Different Sources
Silica supplements are sold in many different forms, including colloidal gels, mineral tablets and formulas with Horsetail (an herbal source of silica).
Good for Bones
The benefit of silica is more than skin deep. It also helps the bones as it works with calcium for healthy bone
formation and remineralization.
In fact, silica acts like a "tug" for calcium, helping it implant into the bone.
One
serving a day of silica provides support for healthier hair, skin and nails.
And below the surface it will be helping your bones.
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HealthSights issue 1:2005