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Boron
Boron, a trace mineral present in foods such as fruit, vegetables, nuts, and legumes; used as a supplement ingredient in forms such as boron citrate or sodium borate.
Commonly noted
- Commonly noted
- Boron is a trace element in food. It is not classified as essential for humans; an RDA, AI and EAR have not been established.
- Low intake
- A human deficiency syndrome has not been firmly established.
- Higher intake
- Excess exposure can be harmful. An upper intake limit is not a recommended intake.
Foods and products containing it
References
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Boron — Health Professional Fact Sheet
Reference for the substance’s identity. This does not establish a health benefit or a product’s composition.