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It's all about the Silica

Silica is one of the most abundant minerals on the planet, but most of it is in a form that is unabsorbable by humans, and there are limited numbers of foods that contain an adequate amount of the absorbable form to supply the quantity our body needs. Silica is the most important trace mineral for human health. It plays an important role in many body functions and has a direct relationship to mineral absorption. For optimal health, the average human body needs to hold approximately seven grams of silica, a quantity far exceeding the figures for other important minerals such as iron and calcium.

Years ago, the silica found in our foods was adequate, but with today's depleted soils only about one-third of the silica needed by our body is supplied in our food.

In our youth, our tissues absorb and maintain high levels of silica--enabling our bodies to remain flexible, resilient, and energetic--but as we age, and as our dietary sources of silica are not meeting our needs, our silica levels steadily decline until they become almost non-existent. In fact, 80% of all of our body's silica is used up by the time we become adults.

Our bodies need silica regardless of our age, and even when diet is not the primary factor in cases of deficiencies, we often become deficient in this essential trace element simply through the aging process. The effect of this steay decrease in silica levels is a progressive decline in health, increasing fatigue and accelaration of the aging process.

Diatomaceous Earth, which is very high in the absorbable form of silica, can replenish silica levels in our bodies, which can vastly improve your health.

Calcium and vitamin D alone are not sufficient for bone growth, density, strength, and flexibility. In fact, our bodies cannot absorb and use calcium without the presence of silica. Recent data suggests that instead of promoting healing, calcium supplements actually speed up the leeching away of bone calcium and accelerates the degenerative process of osteoporosis and similar diseases that affect the connective tissues in the human body.

Silica should be consumed daily because bones are composed mainly of phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium. However, these minerals need the presence of silica to be deposited into the bones, especially calcium. Silica hastens the healing of fractures and also diminishes scarring at the location of a fracture. A great deal of research evidence indicates that silica has the ability to "morph" itself into calcium through a transmutation process. Yes, silica actually has the ability to be turned into calcium when there is a calcium deficiency and our bodies needs it.

Silica supports coronary disease repair by fortifying the blood vessels. Studies confirm that with age, silica disappears from the aorta, the heart's key blood vessel--thus weakening its critical connective tissue, and resulting in a greater cardiac risk. Silica also aids in the repair and maintenance of vital lung tissues and defending them from pollution.

Silica is excellent for supporting bones and connective tissue. Our bodies need healthy connective tissue for internal organs and the largest organ, the skin. And you probably know that degrading connective tissue, with age, is why wrinkles appear and sking begins to sag. Perhaps it is not age, but rather not enough silica that makes this happen.

Collage, which is made up mostly of silica, is the glue that holds us together. Collagen accounts for up to 75% of the weight of the dermis and is responsible for the resilience and elasticity of our skin. Our connective tissues consist of collagen, elastin, mucopolysaccharides, and mucous carbohydrates which aid in moisture retention. Their capacity to hold on to moisture keeps the connective tissue resilient and has apparent importance in the prevention of premature aging. All these valuable molecules house large quantities of silica. Tendons and ligaments need silica for health and flexibility.

Silica is an important immune system booster. It plays an important role in the immune system and its biological response to harmful stimuli. Silica is necessary for our bodies to produce antibodies that fight off viruses, bacteria, allergens, and other invaders that our bodies view as foreign.

Silica is water soluble; hence, once it it in our bodies, it is easily absorbed via the intestinal wall and is also rapidly excreted. It does not accumulate in our bodies, so consistent daily supplementation is important.

Why Detox?

Although the body has natural detoxing systems such as the lungs, kidneys, liver, and skin, a build-up of one or more forms of toxins can occur through environmental exposure or diet.

Diatomaceous Earth offers an alternative method for detoxing your body. It doesn't require any fasting and is low cost, simple, and effective. Because of it's absorbent and slightly abrasive nature, it makes an ideal internal cleaner. As it passes through your system, it absorbs toxins and doesn't require any change in your lifestyle or diet. We are all exposed to harmful toxins every day like food additives, cleaning supplies, car exhaust, and heavy metals. Our bodies are pretty good at cleaning out a lot of these things on it own, but sometimes we need a little extra help. This is where detoxing with Diatomaceous Earth comes in. If you suffer from any of the symptoms on the following list, it may be time for you to consider detoxing.

• Food Cravings
• Restless Sleep
• Poor Focus
• Fatigue
• Skin rashes or outbreaks
• Gas and bloating
• Indigestion
• Mood swings
• Headaches
• Weight gain
• Body odor
• Bad breath
• Irregular Bowels

Detoxing with diatomaceous earth is really quite easy. Take about one teaspoon of food grade diatomaceous earth with water once a day. Take it on an empty stomach or at least one hour before eating or two hours after eating. It has little or no taste, and a very slight gritty nature. For this reason some people like to put it in their smoothies, juice, or yogurt.

Over the next few weeks, slowly raise your dosage from one teaspoon to two teaspoons, taking one in the morning and one at night. Gradually work up to a tablespoon a day.

Drink more water than usual so the toxins can be quickly flushed.

It is not uncommon to feel some side effects, such as headaches and very mild flu-like symptoms. These are caused by the toxins dying off and leaving your body and is not a cause for concern. If the symptoms become too bothersome, reduce the amount of diatomaceous earth and your symptoms will ease off.

As you continue on with your detox over the passing weeks, whatever symptoms you have - that encouraged your to do the detox in the first place - should decrease and go away altogether. Many people feel as though they have a new lease on life and feel more energetic and better than ever.