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Boron, 3 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules
76/100
SUPPIE SCORE
45/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
88/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Boron, 3 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules Do?
Life Extension Boron provides 3 mg boron as an amino acid chelate per capsule. Evidence for benefits on bone density, vitamin D metabolism, and free testosterone is limited and mixed, with most studies using similar or higher doses.
How does 3 mg of boron from amino acid chelate compare to typical dietary intake or other supplement forms?
What are the potential benefits of boron supplementation for bone health or hormone support?
Are there any side effects or upper limits to be aware of when taking this boron supplement daily?
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What Are the Benefits of Boron, 3 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules?
Based on proven scientific research
Bone HealthModerate
Hormone SupportMild
Joint HealthMild
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of Life Extension Boron, 3 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Boron (as boron amino acid chelate) — 3 mg is a low supplemental dose well below the 20 mg/day upper limit for adults.
•No major side effects expected at this level; higher intakes (>20 mg/day) may cause nausea, diarrhea, or hormonal changes.
•Suitable for most adults; consult physician if pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney issues.
•Contains standard capsule excipients with no common allergens declared.
•Magnesium stearate and stearic acid are present in typical amounts with established safety profiles.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose
Low RiskHypromellose
Low RiskLeucine
Low RiskStearic acid
Low RiskMagnesium stearate
Low RiskSilicon dioxide
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Life Extension Boron, 3 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules?
Boron (as boron amino acid chelate)
3 mg
microcrystalline cellulose
hypromellose
leucine
stearic acid
magnesium stearate
silicon dioxide
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Boron, 3 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules compare to the research.
•Boron (as boron amino acid chelate) — 3 mg; typical studied doses range 3-10 mg elemental boron per day.
•Boron (as boron amino acid chelate) — 3 mg; amino acid chelate form is generally considered to have good bioavailability compared to inorganic forms.
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