Silicon, a vital trace element
As the second most common element on earth, silicon is an important trace element. The human body contains a total of 1.4 grams of silicon, which is found in almost every cell. It is a crucial nutrient and building material for cartilage, connective tissue, skin, hair and nails. It improves moisture retention and thus increases the resilience and elasticity of the tissue. Collagen and elastin also play an important role in the formation of connective tissue fibres. As a component of bone-forming cells, silicon is important for the mineralisation of bones. The essential trace element must be ingested through food. The exact amount that the body needs daily is not known, which is why there are no official intake recommendations. Foods rich in silicon include potatoes, millet, wheat, parsley, cauliflower, strawberries, spinach, grapes, peas, peppers and pears... Read more
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Not essential but vital?
Silicon is a trace element, that much is clear. But is it also essential? In other words, would we become ill or, in the worst case, die if we were to consume 0.0 g of silicon for years? This question is answered inconsistently in both scientific and government circles. The EFSA, which is responsible for nutritional recommendations in Europe, does not consider it to be essential. Many scientists and doctors consider it to be absolutely essential.
Silicon, a mineral and trace element, is crucial for the stability and elasticity of connective tissue, bones, hair and nails. In nature, it exists in bound form, for example as silicic acid or in minerals such as quartz. It is also supplied through food intake, for example through water, beer and wholemeal products.
Occurrence and absorption
- In nature: Silicon is the second most common element in the earth's crust after oxygen and is found in rocks, sand and minerals.
- In the body: It is mainly found in connective tissue, blood vessels, skin, hair and bones.
- In food: Silicon is mainly consumed in bound form, such as silicic acid. Mineral and drinking water, beer, millet, potatoes, wholemeal products and onions are good sources.
Role and value in the human organism
- Structure: Silicon supports the formation of collagen and elastin, contributing to the strength and elasticity of connective tissue.
- Bones and joints: It strengthens bones and cartilage, probably counteracts tissue ageing and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.
- Skin, hair and nails: Silicon contributes to stronger hair, greater skin elasticity and less brittle nails.
- Cell protection: It can boost the immune system and has anti-inflammatory properties.
If you want to find out more, we recommend the doctoral thesis by Dr Lucia Ratzke. If that's too much text for you, including all the introductions, explanations of scientific procedures etc. etc.: It gets interesting from p. 17 onwards.