Signs and symptoms of Silica deficiency
Silica deficiency can show in following symptoms: weakened and thin hair, dull and pale skin, teeth and gums problems, frequency of bone fractures, susceptibility to infection, tendency to get cold. Especially, older people are recommended to increase their silica intake as its content in human body decreases with age. Although silica is abundant in plants and soil, nowadays soil is generally impoverished in nutritional elements. Therefore, additional silica supplementation is generally recommended for all human population.
Silica function in a human body can be compared to a sponge absorbing ability. Unlike any other substance, silica has a capability of absorbing amount of water equal to 300 its own weight. Its water-binding ability promotes proper water balance which ensures deliver nutrition to the skin cells. It is vital in forming skin connective fibres collagen and elastin which are responsible for the skin resilience and elasticity. Silica binding ability also translated to its detoxifying function- by absorbing toxins and pathogens, it helps to flush it right out of the system by natural means and increase immune system defence. Therefore, it is irreplaceable as a treatment for gastrointestinal problems, bloating and gas.
Silica abundance in the connective tissue makes it especially effective for promoting healthy skin, nails and hair loss prevention. Both hair and nails are outgrows from the skin connective tissue, and they are nourished by the silicic acid present in the skin. Silica provides nutrients for the hair roots and promotes production of keratin proteins which is the main element in the hair structure. Nails grow thicker when they receive enough nutrients from the connective tissue, and also sufficient keratin production promotes their health and vitality. In skin, silica promotes its regenerative abilities and brings about skin elasticity, youthfulness and resilience and clear complexion. When consumed over a few months, silica herbal remedies and silica living healthy water can replace the need for any skin care products as it nourishes the skin from within. Silica was also proven to be an especially effective cellulite treatment. As it attacks the underlying cellulite causes from within, it is more efficient than external cellulite remedies and mechanical cellulite removal procedures.