What About the Silicon Dioxide in Supplements?

I have attached the info from an online search below: "the following article explores the theory that silicon dioxide - a chemical excipient in most nutritional supplement pills and many pharmaceutical drug tablets – may be the cause of a range of symptoms, including forms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. This article documents the author’s findings and his observations of how his own Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia symptoms directly correlated with his intake of supplements and pharmaceuticals containing silicon dioxide."

I will be grateful if you can explain and reply to me. Your supplements seem good except for those addictives.

Answer: from Warren

Hi Chin,

The ‘theory’ you refer to re: silicon dioxide is not a good one scientifically. Silicon dioxide is everywhere. It is inert when ingested and passes through the body intact. If it did break down in the body it would be released as silica and oxygen, both of which are beneficial to the body.

Is Silicone found in Supplements and Vitamins Safe for Consumption?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that silicon dioxide is found all over the world. Not only is it the foundation of sand on beaches, in bodies of water and in deserts, but it is also found in drinking water, in plants and in animals.

Therefore, it is naturally part of the foods we eat. No scientific research has found whether it is a necessary nutrient for our bodies, nor has research found any signs that it causes harm to the body. So, while you may find silicone dioxide in many of our natural supplements, there is no scientific cause for concern about it's presence.