Warning: Missing Mineral Causing Arthritis

Summary

This video script highlights the often-overlooked trace mineral boron, which plays a crucial role in arthritis management. Boron aids in calcium and magnesium absorption, prevents calcification in soft tissues, and activates vitamin D. Deficiency can lead to joint inflammation, tooth decay, and hormonal imbalances. The parathyroid gland, which controls calcium levels, also requires boron for its function. Research indicates boron's potential in reducing prostate cancer risk and alleviating nerve-related pain in animals. The recommended daily intake is 3 milligrams, three times a day, with a low toxicity level compared to salt.

Takeaways

• 🔍 Boron is a trace mineral that is often overlooked but is crucial for arthritis management.
• 💊 Many people take vitamin D and magnesium for arthritis without realizing the importance of boron.
• 🧬 Boron facilitates the function of calcium and magnesium, potentially reducing urinary excretion of these minerals.
• 🦴 A deficiency in boron can lead to increased calcification in soft tissues and weaker bones.
• ☀️ Boron helps activate vitamin D, which is essential for bone health.
• 🦷 Boron also plays a role in preventing tooth decay and cavities.
• 🔍 Boron deficiency may cause inflammation in joints by affecting C-reactive protein levels.
• 🚫 A lack of boron can result in receding gums, kidney stones, and calcium buildup in arteries and joints.
• 🌡️ The parathyroid gland, which regulates calcium levels, requires boron to function properly.
• 📈 Parathyroid hormone can increase due to vitamin D resistance, which may be linked to boron deficiency.
• 💪 Low boron levels are associated with reduced testosterone and estrogen levels.
• 🐴 Research on animals, such as horses, indicates that boron deficiency can cause neurological issues like head shaking.
• 🥦 Boron may decrease the risk of prostate cancer, suggesting its importance in overall health.
• 💊 A recommended starting dosage of boron for those with potential deficiencies is 3 milligrams three times a day.
• 🚫 The toxicity level of boron is lower than that of salt, indicating its safety in recommended dosages.
• 🌾 Soil depletion due to heavy tilling has reduced the availability of trace minerals like boron in our food supply.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the discussion in the transcript?

The main focus of the discussion is the role of the trace mineral boron in arthritis and its various health benefits.

Why might people not see a difference even after taking vitamin D or magnesium for arthritis?

People might not see a difference because they could be missing the trace mineral boron, which is essential for allowing calcium and magnesium to work effectively.

What happens if you are deficient in boron?

Deficiency in boron can lead to excess calcium and magnesium in the urine, more calcification in soft tissues, weaker bones, and potential issues like tooth decay, inflammation in joints, receding gums, kidney stones, and calcium buildup in arteries and joints.

How does boron help with vitamin D activation?

Boron helps keep minerals inside the bone, which allows vitamin D to be activated and aids in the overall process of bone health and mineral regulation.

What is the role of the parathyroid gland, and how is boron related to it?

The parathyroid gland produces a hormone that helps control calcium levels. Boron is necessary for the proper functioning of this hormone, even if vitamin D levels are normal.

What is the connection between boron and vitamin D resistance?

Even with normal vitamin D levels, a deficiency in boron can lead to vitamin D resistance, causing the parathyroid hormone to increase in an attempt to extract more calcium from the bones.

How does boron affect testosterone and estrogen levels?

A deficiency in boron can result in lower amounts of both testosterone and estrogen.

What was the observation made in animals regarding boron deficiency?

In animals, particularly horses, boron deficiency can cause shaking heads due to issues with the trigeminal nerve, which is associated with pain and inflammation.

Is there any evidence that boron can decrease the risk of prostate cancer?

There is data suggesting that boron can help decrease the risk of prostate cancer, although more research is needed to confirm this.

What is the recommended starting dosage of boron for someone looking to address potential deficiencies?

The recommended starting dosage is 3 milligrams of boron three times a day, with an evaluation of the problem's resolution after 1 to 3 months.

Why might boron levels be low in the soil, and what does this imply for our health?

Heavy tilling of soils has depleted trace minerals, including boron. This implies that people may be more likely to be deficient in boron, which could have various health implications as discussed in the transcript.