Organic silicon supplements: How to choose them?

To choose a silicon supplement with fast and effective effects, prioritize stabilized orthosilicic acid or liquid organic silicon forms, as they offer the highest bioavailability and absorption. Look for products that guarantee high purity, such as Silicium G7 or"Living Silica" formulations, ideal for regenerating collagen, improving joints and strengthening skin/hair within 2-4 weeks.

Why should I choose Silicium?

Silicon, by promoting the synthesis of collagen naturally, is involved in the regeneration and strengthening of bones and joints, in a greater supply of elasticity in muscles and tendons, in the consistency and strength of hair, skin and nails and also in the elasticity of blood vessels. In addition to the above, silicon has also proven to be efficient in the elimination of neurotoxins such as aluminum: responsible for neurological pathologies such as Alzheimer's orParkinson's disease.

Keys when choosing:

• Most Efficient Form (Bioavailability): Orthosilicic acid stabilized (usually with choline) is the most assimilable form by the body. Avoid supplements based solely on silicon dioxide or untreated plants (such as unprocessed horsetail), as their absorption is lower.
• Liquid Organic Silicon: Liquid formulas are usually quicker to take effect compared to solid ones, as they are already in a form ready to be absorbed by the body.
• Recommended Dosage: Look for supplements that provide between 10 and 40 mg of silicon daily, a safe and sufficient amount for the body.
• Effects on Skin, Hair and Joints: Look for labels that mention the stimulation of collagen, elastin and keratin, as silicon helps the regeneration of connective tissue, improving joint flexibility and skin firmness.
• Timing of Intake: For better absorption, it is recommended to take the supplement on an empty stomach or away from foods rich in fiber.

Always consult a healthcare professional, especially if you are looking to treat specific ailments such as arthritis or are taking blood thinning medications.

How is organic silicon obtained?

Traditionally, humans have absorbed silicon through food and water. Today, with water purification systems, has decreased the purity and concentration of silicon in water.

It was also possible to obtain silicon from certain vegetables, especially grain hulls, but the systems for obtaining and refining grain and other foods has also diminished the quality and presence of silicon in these sources. Our intestinal absorption also plays an important role: our current lifestyle, often marked by prolonged stress and sometimes unhealthy habits, has made our intestinal microbiota less able to properly solubilize and assimilate silicon.

Fortunately, there are silicon supplements on the market that, complemented with a correct diet and habits, would help us to maintain anoptimal silicon concentration in our organism .

How to know if an organic silicon supplement is reliable?

Although there are currently many options on the market, not all of them are equally assimilable by our body. On the labeling of the products we can easily determine if the supplement is the right one for us. We should look at the following:

• What type of plant extracts it has: extracts such as bamboo or untreated nettle, are those obtained by crushing the stems or leaves of plants. Commercial plant extracts usually do not contain assimilable silicon; when plants absorb silicon from the soil, it quickly oxidizes. That is, they crystallize it and convert it into phytoliths. These correspond to very fine grains of siliceous stone that are not assimilable. Therefore, these supplements, whether in liquid, capsule or powder form are not effective because they contain oxidized silicon.

• The form in which the product is marketed: if it is liquid, we must ensure that it is soluble. When we are advised to shake the product before taking it, it means that the silicon remains at the bottom of the container and therefore means that it is in the form of agglomerated silicon particles, another form of silicon that cannot be assimilated by the body.

• Type of silicon: we can come across the so-called colloidal silicon or silicon dioxide in some products. It was made famous in the 1970s by a German company. However, it is an irreversibly polymerized product. This means that the particles of the element have clumped together to form much larger and more complex molecules and, therefore, much more difficult to assimilate.

Orthosilicic acid, called OSA, is well assimilated by the body. However, it is a molecule that from a concentration of 90 ppm onwards accumulates an insoluble mass that cannot be assimilated. The body then eliminates it. Many products on the market contain this insoluble matter composed of oxidized silicon. For a supplement to be effective, it must be concentrated and this can only be achieved by stabilizing the OSA so that it contains at least 180-200 ppm and does not agglomerate.

Another of the purest particles we work with at Silicium is MMST (monomethylsilanotriol). This molecule can pass through the outermost layer of cells, ensuring an effective release of silicon in the body.

• Silicon concentration: in this trace element, less is more. An ideal concentration of silicon is not based on the number of milligrams in the product, but on the fact that these mg are monomeric. This means that silicon is made up of small molecules and therefore can penetrate the cells quickly. If a product contains 30 mg of silicon per daily intake, but only provides 1 mg of monomer per day, it will be less effective than one that provides 10 mg per day and all these mg are monomers.

Taking these details into account, it will be much easier for us to find the most suitable organic silicon supplement for us.

Why Silicium Laboratories?

At Silicium we were among the first to distribute food supplements and natural cosmetics based on Dr. Loïc le Ribault's organic silicon formula. In 1994, Dr. Le Ribault launched in France a silicon molecule that had been scientifically studied for many years. Its demand quickly spread throughout the world; especially in 2005, where our brand, after acquiring the inventor's exclusive licenses, continued to expand internationally. 20 years later, is operating worldwide exporting to 50 countries and we have more than 100,000 customers who endorse the efficacy of the products and the excellence of the service.

The success of the product was the molecular configuration studied with scientific rigor to obtain a maximum absorption and efficacy at a deep cellular level, achieving an effective therapeutic action.

We have continued to develop studies on an ongoing basis to evaluate the efficacy and the great diversity of possibilities offered by our product. We comply with the standards of safety, bioavailability and efficacy required by our professional activity and provide our customers with products of the highest quality.

Now that you know how to properly choose a silicon product, what are you waiting for to try its benefits? Remember that if you have any questions, our professional team will be at your disposal to help you choose the best option based on your needs. Discover the differences between Silicium G7 Original and Silicium G7 Siliplant.