Boron: Boron is thought to be a factor in helping to keep calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and vitamin D in our body and bones.. Therefore, a shortage of boron might negatively influence the balance of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus resulting in bone loss, and increasing the risk of arthritis and elevated blood pressure. Boron also seems to assist in brain functioning and recognition. Boron seems to prevent calcium and magnesium from being lost in the urine and may help with decreasing menstrual pain by increasing the oestradiol level, which is a very active type of estrogen. People have also reported the reduction of arthritis symptoms with an intake of Boron. Boron is a "helper" mineral that helps the body maximize its use of these minerals.

Boron is extremely safe when taken at the recommended dosages of 3 to 9 milligrams daily. If extremely high dosages are used (greater than 500 milligrams per day), nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are the main dietary sources of boron. The estimated average daily intake for Americans is between 1.7 and 7 milligrams daily. A diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables is known to offer significant protection against osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.