Nutrient Database

Boron

mineral

Approved

General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

Fasting safe

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Overview

Trace mineral. Found in foods such as prunes, raisins, avocados and almonds.

Interactions

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Boron requires D3

Boron extends the half-life of 25(OH)D and 1,25(OH)₂D in the blood by inhibiting 24-hydroxylase, the enzyme that degrades vitamin D metabolites.

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Boron requires Mg

Boron reduces urinary excretion of magnesium and increases its serum levels, improving overall magnesium status.

Top 5 food sources

Prunesraisinsavocadosalmondsapples
Expert consensus: Moderate

Limited research. Low doses considered safe.

Boron — Stackwell