At the beginning of the last century it was shown that boron is an essential mineral for plants, but only recently has its significance been established for the human. Boron is most likely important for maintaining healthy bones and joints, it affects the metabolism of steroid hormones and most likely plays a role in the conversion of vitamin D into an active form.
Boron also increases the level of male sex hormones. Boron has an important role in the treatment of osteoporosis. If it is administered in quantities of 3 milligrams a day, the effect of estrogen on the postmenopausal women increases.
Boron also has an effect on bone health.
